Michael Ray Rose

Please accept my sympathies. I knew Mike since second grade. He was a wonderful singer and I would run into him at Books & Company. He will be greatly missed by all of us from Fairmont East. My prayers are with you at this sad time.

My prayers to all of the Rose family and Mike's loved ones.
Mike always rolled with the punches even when the punches were hard. He maintained an outward humility and compassion when others classmates may have not. He greeted all with a sincere soul and asked nothing in return.
I am saddened to know of his passing, but know that his time with all of us in different times in our lives was encouraging and a gift.
May he continue to guide others to laugh and sing and be...

I am so sorry for your loss as Mike was that rare combination of kindness, compassion, and intelligence. Those of us who worked with him through Books & Co., in whatever capacity, knew him to be a dear friend and a very wise man. He will be missed greatly.

I am devastated to hear of Mike's passing. I sold books to Mike for many years, and always looked forward to our bi-annual meetings. He had such a passion for books, and was always one of the most agreeable and kindest of all the buyers I have known. In the last couple years, I have only seen him a handful of times- but I always left his company with a smile on my face. My prayers are with your family.
With deepest sympathy-
Johanna

After over 30 years I can still recall his smile, laugh and excellent voice. Mike was a vibrant personality and a gentleman. My prayers are with you Mrs. Rose.

Rest in Peace, Mike. I always enjoyed your spirit and words.

Had not had any news of Mike since I moved to California in 1970, but he was always part of my many memories of growing up in Kettering. One of the first kids I met when I came to Prass in the 2nd grade. A terrific kid--great sense of humor and incredibly smart. I am sure he is missed by all whose paths he crossed.

We were saddened to hear of the loss of Mike. May God hold you gently in your arms and give you strength as you go on. We hope that knowing he has reached his eternal reward will bring some measure of comfort. All our thoughts and prayers are with you.
The Reinstatler Family

To the Rose Family,
I worked with Mike for more than 13 years at Books & Co. I have never met a more gentle, kind and compassionate gentleman. Mary Reiss was my mentor, Mike was a great friend. No one knew books like he did and was always willing to share that knowledge. I'm sorry I can't be at the viewing but please know that my thoughts and prayers will be with all of you tomorrow and in the future.
Kathi Sweeterman