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1956
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2024
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Mara Rose Obituary
January 5, 1956 - November 9, 2024
Stanton, Kentucky - Mara passed away on November 9, 2024 in Lexington, Kentucky surrounded lovingly by her family. She was born on January 5, 1956 in Cincinnati, Ohio, to Margaret Franklin (Horcek) Byers and Ralph Allen Byers.
Mara is survived by her loving husband of 46 wonderful years, Stephen David Rose, son Justin David Rose, son James Adam Rose (Ginnie) and daughter Brittany Rose Cox (Tom). She leaves behind her sister Sharon Jean (the late Marvin Taylor), brother Jeffrey Alan (Anita Byers), and brother Keith Michael along with many loved cousins, nieces and nephews. She will forever be missed by her grandchildren who held a mutual affection toward her, Presley Rose Cox, Andrew Weldon Rose & Emma Anderson Cox.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Margaret & Ralph, brother Scott David, and sister Melissa Jo.
She will be fondly remembered for her devotion to her family and those she loved the most.
Family and friends are invited to attend the celebration of her life on Saturday, November 16, 2024 at 2:00 p.m. at the Clark Legacy Center located at 601 E. Brannon Road in Nicholasville, Kentucky.
In lieu of flowers, donations would be appreciated to The Special Olympics of Kentucky.
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Memories and Condolences
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Marlena Richardson
January 19, 2025
She was such a Beautiful person inside and out . so sorry for your loss she will be missed.I just found out about this today so so sorry.
Conard Young
November 17, 2024
Steve and Family,
I´m sorry to hear about the loss of Mara. I didn´t find out about it until today in Sunday School. You and the Family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Conard Young
Joyce Dicken
November 17, 2024
Dear Steve & family, we mourn with you upon the loss of your sweet beautiful Mara. She made every person she met feel special & cared for. Our families have shared a lifetime of camping, boating & snowskiing & we treasure our memories of her & all of you. We respect & honor her dedication to Special Olympics -especially her Winter Ball fundraiser... always magical! God Bless you all with peace at this very sad time.
With love,
the Dicken family
Brandon Barker
November 15, 2024
Dear Steve, Adam, Justin, and Brittany -
I was shocked and saddened to hear of Mara's passing. I remember her being very cheerful, and I'm sure that makes her absence all the more difficult.
Judy Cooke
November 15, 2024
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Deborah Sainte
November 13, 2024
All of my family are very sad to hear of Mara’s passing. She was a lovely person inside and out and loved each of you deeply. Prayers for all of you. Sincere condolences.
Melinda Blake
November 13, 2024
Dear Steve and Family,
I am so sorry to
Hear about Mara and the entire family is in my thoughts and prayers. We had so much fun when you both came to Mount Pleasant with Dave and Joyce. Fond memories! Respectfully, Melinda Blake
James & Cynthia McDaniel
November 12, 2024
We are so sorry for your family's loss. Mara was a beautiful lady. She was so sweet and kind, and always had a beautiful smile. You all are the best friends and neighbors that we could ever have. Lots of prayers and hugs for you all.
Todd Reynolds
November 12, 2024
Really sorry to hear of your and family loss.Will keep your family in my thoughts and prayers.
Barbara Rose
November 11, 2024
Mara will be missed by many, but no more than her loving family. May she rest in peace, and God Bless to all who knew her.
John H. Mills
November 11, 2024
May the Lord be with you and your entire family in this time of grief. I hope you are able to take solace in fact that anyone having the great privilege of meeting Mara left that meeting with a greater realization of just how special she and her family truly are. All my love and condolences to you all.
Ros Gay
November 11, 2024
I´m sorry to hear this. I will always have special memories of this sweet soul. Praying for my sweet guy Justin and the family. Praying God will comfort you in this time of need and afterRos Gay(Ms. Shack)
sue blanton
November 11, 2024
we are so sorry to hear of Mara's passing. We will keep you all in our prayers. She always had a big smile whenever you saw her, Sue and Robert Blanton
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Memorial Events
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Nov
16
Memorial Gathering
2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Clark Legacy Center - Nicholasville601 E. Brannon Road, Nicholasville, KY 40356
Nov
16
Celebration of Life
4:00 p.m.
Clark Legacy Center - Nicholasville601 E. Brannon Road, Nicholasville, KY 40356
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