William Everett Rose passed away at his home in Salem, Va., Saturday November 4, 2017. He was 39 years old. He was a Christian and we are thankful that we will see him again in heaven.
William was born in St. Petersburg, Florida on October 14, 1978. He is survived by his 3 daughters, Elizabeth, Rebecca and Emilie Rose. His parents Bill & Debra Rose, brother Paul and Paul’s girlfriend Kristin, as well as a very special friend. His Paternal Grandparents, William C. and Bonnie Rose, Maternal Grandmother Ruth Terranova, Aunts, Uncles & Cousins in Florida, Clintwood and other states.
William loved his daughters Elizabeth, Rebecca & Emilie and they were his life. He loved all of his family & friends deeply. His special gift was his ability to love people and he had so many friends thanks to his heart being so big.
William had a love for hunting and being in the woods. As a child, from the time he could walk he wanted to be outside in the woods. William and his brother Paul were a team and they shared so many adventures together growing up.
William was a very talented and creative man. He could build furniture and make jewelry, draw & paint. William shared his love of the outdoors as well as his love for people with his girls and he taught each one of them to hunt. He loved the Florida beaches and finding shells and swimming in the Gulf of Mexico. He had currently worked for Missile Baits of Salem, Va.
The first Celebration of Life services for him are in Lebanon, Va at Lebanon Baptist Church on Friday November 10. Visitation is from 6:30 to 7:30 and services begin after, Pastor Tom Edwards officiating.
The second Celebration of Life is
in Salem, Va at Christian Life International Church on Tuesday November 14, Pastor Ryan officiating. Service begins at 6:30.
In lieu of flowers, we are accepting donations towards an education fund for his daughters Elizabeth, Becca & Emilie via PayPal:[email protected]
Tharp Funeral Home & Crematory – Roanoke Chapel is assisting the family.