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WHITEHALL – Harold John Rose, 59, of Whitehall, went into the arms of the Lord on Thursday, November 30, 2017, at the Glens Falls Hospital.

Born on July 8, 1958, in Glens Falls, he was the son of the late Milo and Mary Rose.

John attended Glens Falls High School before enlisting in the United States Army.  He was very proud to have served his country.  For his service, he was awarded the Army Service Ribbon, Overseas Service Ribbon, Army Good Conduct Metal, the M16 Sharpshooter Ribbon and the NCO Professional Development Ribbon.

Following his discharge, he had attended Monterey Peninsula College, studying Criminal Justice.  For many years he worked for British Petroleum Oil in California.  Several years ago, he moved Whitehall, where he worked as a Facilities Manager for Cumberland Farms.

John enjoyed fishing, being outdoors and spending time with his family.  He liked being all dressed up and dapper, especially in his fancy sweaters.  John also enjoyed traveling, history and reading.  He always wanted to share what he had learned from his books.  John will be remembered for being a religious man, a proud veteran and a Grandpa who loved to give his grandchildren hugs.

In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his brothers, Milo Rose, Jr., Sylvester “Joe” Rose, Robert Rose and Michael “Mike” Rose and his sister, Mary Kingsbury.

He is survived by his brother, Henery (Pamela) Rose of Queensbury; two people he considered and loved like his own children, Thomas Burch of Fort Ann and Christine (Howard) Hurd of Hudson Falls; his six grandchildren, whom they lovingly referred to him as Grandpa Hug Hug; and several nieces and nephews.

Burial with full military honors will be 9 am on Wednesday, December 6, 2017, at the Gerald B.H. Solomon Saratoga National Cemetery in the town of Stillwater.

Memorial donations may be sent to the Albany Medical College, Anatomical Gift Program, 47 New Scotland Ave, Albany, NY 12208.

WHITEHALL – Michael  “Mike” Anthony Rose, 61, formerly of Whitehall,  passed away at Sweet Brook Rehabilitation and Nursing Center in Williamstown, MA on October 22nd 2017, after a battle with metastatic cancer.

Mike was born on Aug. 3, 1956 to the late Milo and Mary Rose in Glens Falls.

He attended Glens Falls High School, before enlisting in the US Army.

Mike had various jobs.   He spent 16 years as a CNA and also was able to travel across the country as staff for Ringling Bros. Circus.

Mike loved to go fishing with his brothers.   He also was a big fan of WWE Wrestling.  While at Sweet Brook Rehab Center, Mike was thrilled to have met his favorite world champion wrestler, Bob Backlund.

Mike’s pride and joy were his two children, Nathan and Sarah.

He was predeceased by his parents, Mary (Flores) and Milo Rose, his brothers, Milo Jr., Sylvester “Joe” Rose, Robert Rose, and his sister, Mary Kingsbury.

Survivors include his son, Nathan (Jessica) Rose of Cavendish, VT; his daughter, Sarah (Brad Lance) Rose of Wheat Ridge, CO; his brothers, Henery (Pamela) Rose of Queensbury and Harold “John” Rose of Whitehall; and many grandchildren, nieces and nephews.

Friends may call on Wednesday, October 25, 2017 from 8 to 10 AM at Carleton Funeral Home, Inc, 68 Main Street in Hudson Falls.

Graveside Services with full military honors will be conducted at 11 AM at Gerald B.H. Solomon-Saratoga National Cemetery in Stillwater.

The family wishes to thank Sweet Brook Rehabilitation Center and Berkshire Hospice for the love and care given to Mike during his illness.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Hospice Care in The Berkshire, Inc., 877 South St., Suite 1W, Pittsfield, MA  01201 or American Cancer Society at 959 U.S. 9, Queensbury, NY 12804.

HUDSON FALLS – Robert William (Bob) Rose, 86, of Williams Street, passed away on Wednesday, September 21, 2016, at Indian River Rehabilitation and Nursing Center in Granville.

Born on Oct. 21, 1929, he was the son of the late Grafton E. and Bertha (Cutler) Rose, and a lifelong resident of Hudson Falls.

On Aug. 14th, 1954, he was married to Thelma Elaine Hastings in the Hudson Falls Methodist Church by the Rev. H. Clayton Ackley. Mrs. Rose died Feb. 22, 1996.

In addition to his wife and his parents, he was predeceased by his step-mother, Margery (Stalker) Rose, and an infant brother, Richard Rose.

Mr. Rose was graduated from the Hudson Falls High School in 1947 and from the University of New York at Albany with BA and MA degrees in English. He completed further post-graduate work in reading instruction at Syracuse University where he was awarded a teaching fellowship in 1968-69. At that time he was the first local faculty member to be granted a one-year-sabbatical leave by the HF Board of Education.

He taught English for three years, from 1954 to 1957 at South Glens Falls Central School and then for 35 years at the Hudson Falls Central School where he was director of the senior high school drama club for 16 years before becoming head of the English Department until his retirement in 1992.

While continuing his studies in Albany from 1948 to 1954 he was assistant city editor of the Post-Star during which time he began writing reviews of area theatrical productions which he continued to do until 2010.

For several years he and his wife were members of the Merry Mohicans Square Dance Club, serving one year each as publicity chairmen, vice presidents and presidents. Mr. Rose was a former member and for several years secretary of Fort Edward Lodge 267, Free and Accepted Masons.

In 2002 he became a communicant of the Church of St. Mary’s/St. Paul’s.

He was a member of the New York State United Teachers and the Hudson Falls Teachers Assoc. and for several years served as vice president of the Hudson Falls Free Library Board of Trustees, continuing as a board member until 2013.

He was a supporting member of the Corinth Theatre Guild and for several years a patron of the Fort Salem Theatre. His favorite professional theatrical company by far was Joe Barron Showtime Productions where he enjoyed his all-time favorite performers, Joe Barron, Richard Baker, and the incredible Laura Roth.

Survivors are his loving foster son A. Rene Roberge and his wife Pamela and their two daughters Amy Danielle and Emily Rose Roberge. Rene and Pamela were also his caregivers and have been there for him every step of the way of his declining health with outpouring love and effortless devotion.

Survivors also include a nephew, Michard Hastings of Queensbury, three nieces, Melanie Hastings of Queensbury, Margaret Hastings Jones and her husband, Thomas, of Granville, and Mary Hastings Frassenei and her husband, Michael, of Limerick, Pa..

His Funeral Mass will be celebrated 11 a.m. on Monday, at St. Mary’s/St. Paul’s Church on the Park in Hudson Falls

The Rite of Committal will follow at Union Cemetery in the town of Fort Edward.

In lieu of flowers, a donation can be made to the special Robert Rose Memorial Scholarship Fund set up by his foster son, Rene Roberge, at the Hudson Falls Senior High School, 80 E Labarge St, Hudson Falls, NY 12839.