Daniel William Rose

Daniel "Dan" William Rose, age 74 of New Ulm died peacefully on Sunday, April 27, 2025, at the Prairie Senior Cottages in New Ulm.
Funeral service will take place at 11 am on Monday, May 5, 2025, at the Minnesota Valley Funeral Home-South Chapel in New Ulm. Father Mark Steffl will officiate the service, and ennichement will follow in the New Ulm Catholic Cemetery Columbarium in New Ulm where the New Ulm Area Comrades of Valor Honor Guard will provide full military honors.
Visitation will be held from 9:30-11:00 a.m. on Monday, May 5, 2025, at the Minnesota Valley Funeral Home-South Chapel prior to the service.
To leave an online condolence for his family, or to sign the guestbook, go to: mvfh.org
Dan is survived by his daughter, Danielle (Chance) Brown of Paola, Kansas; his son, Daniel W. Rose II of Osawatomie, Kansas; his grandchildren, Chaseton, Kinzlie, and Kyson Brown; his ex-wife, Vona Keele of Greeley, Kansas; his sister Carol Croucher of LeSueur; his brothers, Tom (Roxy) Rose of New Ulm, Bob (Debbie) Rose of Minneapolis, Jeff (Sher) Rose of New Ulm; and many nieces, nephews, relatives, and friends.
He was preceded in death by his parents.
Daniel "Dan" William Rose was born on October 10, 1950, in St. Paul, Minnesota, to William and Therese (Hahn) Rose. He grew up in New Ulm, where he graduated from New Ulm High School with the Class of 1969. Shortly after graduation, Dan answered the call to serve his country, enlisting in the United States Marine Corps. He proudly served until his honorable discharge in 1970. A bit of a nomad at heart, Dan spent several years traveling, continuing his education, and working in a variety of roles across the country. In 1986, Dan was united in marriage to Vona Thoele in Kansas. Together they raised two children, a son and a daughter, creating many cherished memories as a family. Though they later divorced, Dan remained a proud father and friend. Dan devoted many years to H.D. Lee in production and was most recently employed with Ottawa Trucking, working in manufacturing. Beyond his work life, Dan had a deep and abiding love for animals. His passion led him to establish his own wildlife rescue facility, where he cared for countless creatures in need. He also loved music - every style, every era - and could often be found attending concerts, watching baseball games, enjoying a good movie, or simply relaxing with a cold beer. Those who knew Dan will remember his big personality, his sense of humor, and his fiercely independent spirit. He lived life on his own terms and left a lasting impression on all who had the pleasure of knowing him. Dan's life was filled with adventure, love for family, and a heart full of compassion for animals and people alike. He will be deeply missed by all who knew him.