Richard "Dick" D. Rose
February 24, 2016
Richard Rose, 88, passed away in Des Moines, Iowa, on February 24, 2016. He was born to Frank and Katherine Rose in Des Moines on December 16, 1927.
Dick served in the United States Marine Corps during World War II and the Korean War, and was a recipient of the Purple Heart. He retired from Des Moines Public Schools after serving as teacher and Principal at various schools throughout the district.
Dick was a member of Highland Park Presbyterian Church and served as a Boy Scout Leader for many years. He enjoyed reading, fishing, camping, and traveling to Texas. Dick also enjoyed being home and spending time in his yard.
Dick is survived by his loving wife of 65 ½ years, Patricia; sons, Michael (Penny) Rose and Jeff (Nina) Rose; grandchildren, Alan Rose, Sarah Rose, Evie Rose, and Abby Rose; great-grandson, Zachary; as well as a host of other family and beloved friends. He was preceded in death by his parents and sister, Marjorie Lemon.
Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Monday, February 29, 2016, at Highland Park Presbyterian Church, 321 Euclid Avenue in Des Moines, with visitation beginning at 10:00 a.m. Interment will take place at Highland Memory Gardens Cemetery in Des Moines.
Memorial contributions may be directed to Highland Park Presbyterian Church in loving memory of Dick.
Condolences may be expressed at:
www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com
Karen & Bruce Christensen
02/29/2016
We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Our prayers are with all of you -
Joan Jamison
02/29/2016
Mr. Rose was the principal at Granger Elementary from 1977-80. I was the music teacher. I have fond memories of our times at Granger. My prayers go out to the family.
Kim Dixson
02/28/2016
My prayers go out to you and your family. It was truly a pleasure to meet you and Dick when my brother and I were in Iowa a few years back.
Please know you are in my thoughts.
Steve and Suzanne Tucker
02/28/2016
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. We hope you take comfort that he is now free of the physical suffering he endured in recent years, and is in heaven where you will see him again.
Jon Vasey
02/27/2016
I am very sorry for your loss. I have many fond memories of Richard, dating back to high school and beyond. I could usually expect to find him in his chair, greeting me with a smile and a playful taunt. He was a great guy and will be missed by many.