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Michael Ray Rose

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Michael Rose Obituary

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ROSE, Michael Ray Age 55 of Bellbrook passed away unexpectedly on Friday, Mar. 26, 2010. Mike was a manager at Books & Co. and a member of Prince of Peace Church of the Brethren where he sang in the choir for many years. He was a 1973 graduate of Fairmont East High School and received his Bachelors and Masters Degree from Wright State University in 1977 & 1979. He is preceded in death by his father, Ray, and his long-time companion, Mary Riess. Survived by his mother Shirley Rose, sister Susan (Mike) Mueller, nephews Joshua, Matthew, Nicholas & Benjamin Mueller along with an aunt, cousins and many other relatives and friends. Family will receive friends Tuesday, March 30, 2010 from 5 to 8 PM at the Schlientz & Moore Funeral Home, 820 Miamisburg-Centerville Rd. Funeral services Wednesday at 10 AM at Prince of Peace Church, 800 E. David Rd. Kettering. Burial at Glen Haven Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Prince of Peace Church in Mikes memory.

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Published by Dayton Daily News from Mar. 28 to Mar. 29, 2010.

Memories and Condolences
for Michael Rose

15 Entries

Karen Noel (Swango)

March 31, 2010

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.

Susan Willett Reynolds

March 31, 2010

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 encouraged in his memory.
Blessings to all.

Charlie Boswell

March 31, 2010

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.

Johanna Hynes

March 31, 2010

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

Craig Meeker

March 30, 2010

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.

Dan Wagner

March 30, 2010

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

Dave Margolis

March 30, 2010

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.

Debby Reinstatler

March 30, 2010

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

Kathi Sweeterman

March 29, 2010

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

Tim Holiga

March 29, 2010

May Peace be with you.I'm sure Mike will be in the arms of God. It's the promise of Jesus.

HOWARD RUBEN

March 29, 2010

So sorry and sad to hear of the passing of an old friend like Mike. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family. Our paths crossed for some time in school but I'm sure our next crossing will be considerablity longer.

Duane Kester

March 29, 2010

Mrs Rose, My sympathies on the passing of your son. Mike was a good friend in High School and was a grea singer in the Choir and Falconaires. I am truly sorry to hear of his passing.

Sheri Craig

March 29, 2010

My deepest sympathies. Mike and I attended school together from elementary school through high school. While our paths hadn't crossed since our 20th? high school reunion, I remember him as kind and smart person. At our 35th year reunion several of his high school friends were asking about him. Sorry for you loss. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family.

Michelle Pentecost

March 28, 2010

Mrs. Rose, Susan, Mike & Boys: We are so sorry to hear the news about Mike. You are all in our thoughts and prayers. With love, The Pentecosts - Michael, Michelle, Nate, Ben & Chris

March 28, 2010

We were so sad to hear of Mike's passing. I met Mike through my wife, Deb who worked with him for many years at Books&Co. I will always remember his sense of humor,quick wit,and his great taste/knowledge of contemporary music which we often discussed. He was a good man and now he's in a better place...perhaps with his special friend, Mary. Our thoughts and prayers go out to his family. He will be missed. God Bless You, Mike.
Dan&Deb

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