Rose Mary McNicholas

Rose was born June 9, 1941 in Parkersburg, WV to the late Sherman B. and Clara L. Sims. Rose retired from the Wood County Board of Education. She had a love for music and was gifted with a beautiful alto voice. She sang in quartets for many years. Her most beloved singing partner was her husband Bob. Together they sang in churches throughout the Parkersburg area. Bob and Rose enjoyed camping, traveling, and spending time with family and friends. Larry and Diane Wilkison were special friends and caregivers in their later years and adopted their beloved schnauzer Molly.

Rose is survived by her children, Debra (Curt) Blimline, Michael (Sharon) Battin, and Timothy Battin. She was blessed with 11 grandchildren and 18 great grandchildren. In addition to her parents, Rose was preceded in death by her beloved husband Robert McNicholas earlier this year. Also preceding her in death were her three brothers, Herbert, Sherman (Junior), and Charles Sims as well as two of her children, Marcella Breedlove (36 years old) and Aaron D. Battin (infant).

They family would like to thank Amedisys Hospice staff and WVU Medicine, Camden Clark Campus nurses for their outstanding care of their mother during her final days.

Rose loved Jesus and was passionate about her faith. The family is comforted in knowing that she is safely in the arms of Jesus and reunited with those who have gone before her.

Services will be held on Thursday, August 13, 2026 at Sunset Memorial Funeral Home at 1934 Dupont Road, Parkersburg, WV 26101. The family will receive family and friends from 11 am to 1 pm and the funeral service will follow at 1 pm. Burial will be at Sunset Memory Gardens.

An online guest book for condolences can be left at www.sunsetparkersburg.com

Sunset Memorial Funeral Home is honored to service the McNicholas family during their time of need.