

He was born October 5, 1930 in Orlando, FL to the late Allen Cecil and Flora Dean Rose.
He was preceded in death by his loving wife of 71+ years, Carolyn Rose.
Mr. Rose was a former Mayor of Chattanooga for 8 years. (For more information regarding his Chattanooga area service, please see www.chattanoogan.com.)
He was a member of Ridgedale Baptist Church and was heavily involved in many ministries there.
Survivors include his children, June (Darryl) Penfold of Summerfield, FL, Rick (Sandra) Rose of Chattanooga, TN, David (Joan) Rose of Chattanooga, TN, and Tony Rose of Chattanooga, TN; sister, Kathleen Futrelle of Gainesville, GA; sister-in-law, Glenda McKelvey of Social Circle, GA; grandchildren, Stephanie Kaiser, Patrick Smallen, Melissa (Mark) Adams, Katelyn Rose; great-grandchildren, Ryan Stack & Emily Adams; and several nieces and nephews.
The family will receive friends Wednesday, June 1, 2022 from 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. at the funeral home. Funeral services will begin 12:00 p.m. in the East Brainerd Chapel with Dr. Bill Owens officiating.
Interment will follow at Chattanooga National Cemetery with military honors.
Memorial contributions may be made in Mr. Rose’s memory to your charity of choice.
Arrangements are by the East Brainerd Chapel of Chattanooga Funeral Home, Crematory & Florist, 8214 East Brainerd Rd., Chattanooga, TN 37421.
Please share your thoughts and memories at www.ChattanoogaEastBrainerdChapel.com.
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