Michael Patrick Rose

Michael Patrick Rose, (60) born December 4, 1945 in Fresno, California passed away peacefully at home surrounded by family and friends, August 20, 2006, after a valiant and courageous fight with cancer. Mike is survived by his loving wife Lynette. Mike was a family man. He loved everything family. Camping trips, reunions, Christmas gift exchanges, Luaus, game nights, Lake Powell, family service projects, family dances-- all things family! Mike was awed by nature and humbled by Heavenly Father' grand creations. He loved music and enjoyed any singing opportunity. He loved people and enjoyed any opportunity to serve them. Mike's tender, gentle heart endeared everyone to him. Mike said the best thing that ever happened to him was his baptism into the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in 1979. He continued devoted throughout the rest of his life, serving in many capacities. Mike said, the greatest thing that ever happened to him was his eternal marriage to his sweetheart Lynette on August 20, 1988. (note his death date, their 18th Anniversary). Visitation 6:00 to 8:00 p.m., Thursday August 24, 2006 at Bunker's Garden Chapel 33 N. Centennial Way, Mesa, Arizona. Also 1 hr prior to service. Services 10:00 a.m., Friday, August 25, 2006 at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Cullumber Ward Building, 220 Cullumber Avenue, Gilbert, AZ. . In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to Hospice of the Southwest, 4025 S. McClintock Dr Suite 210, Tempe, AZ