Donald Rose Obituary
Donald S. Rose, age 67, beloved husband for 16 years of Christina (nee Federico), devoted father of Nicholas (wife Carolyn) and Gabriella Rose, loving grandfather of Charlotte, dear son of Donald and Olivia Rose (both deceased), loving brother of Christopher Rose (deceased), son-in-law of Jim and Mary Federico, brother-in-law of Jim and Michelle Federico, loving uncle of Madeline, Clara and Ryan.
Born in Taunton, Massachusetts, Don was a 1976 graduate of Coyle Cassidy High School in Taunton and John Carroll University in 1980. After graduating, he joined the Classic Auto Group. A lover of all sports, especially Baseball and Football, Don was a fan of Cleveland teams while still supporting Boston sports. He was devoted to his family, and will be missed by all whose lives he touched.
Interment All Souls Cemetery. FAMILY AND FRIENDS ARE INVITED TO GATHER FOR MASS OF CHRISTIAN BURIAL 10 AM TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 30, 2025 AT ST. GABRIEL CHURCH, 9925 Johnnycake Ridge Road, Concord, OH 44077. FRIENDS MAY CALL AT THE McMAHON COYNE VITANTONIO FUNERAL HOME, 6330 Center Street, Mentor, OH 44060 on MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 29 FROM 4 TO 7 PM.
In lieu of flowers, contributions in Don's memory suggested to Hospice of The Western Reserve, 17876 St. Clair Avenue, Cleveland, OH 44110 or at https://of.deluxe.com/gateway/publish/06afa498-e8f8-9007-0394-249a577b17f8
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