Wilford M. Rose Jr., 88, of Homosassa, Florida, passed away on Thursday December 13, 2018. A native of Berkley, Michigan, he was born on January 11, 1930, to Wilford M. Sr. and Dorothy (Lang) Rose. Bill, as he was known to everone, moved to Homosassa 20 years ago from New Jersey. An automotive mechanic by profession, Bill served his country honorably and proudly in the United States Navy, retiring as a First Class Petty Officer, after a long and distinguished career highlighted by the commissioning of the aircraft carrier USS Enterprise. He was of the Lutheran faith and is survived by his children Wilford M. Rose III (wife Joyce), Clayton, NJ; Barry W. Rose (wife Diana), Millville, NJ; grandchildren Michelle, Holly and Julie Rose and great grandchildren Ryan, Austin, Alyssa, Elaina, Nate, Abe and Maribella. Wilder Funeral Home, Homosassa, Florida. www.wilderfuneral.com