Jackie L. Rose, 81, of Pittsburg, passed away on Sunday, March 20, 2016 at 5:16 pm at his home.
Jackie was born February 24, 1935 in New Columbia, Illinois, the son of Jesse and Mary (Murphy) Rose. He married Patricia Hazzard on April 22, 1957 in Kankakee and together they have shared over 58 years of marriage.
He was retired, prior to that he was a school bus driver in Northern Illinois.
In addition to his wife, Patricia, he is survived by his;
Daughter – Valerie Wolford and husband Gilbert of Kankakee
Daughter – Jackie Cooper and husband Christopher of Thompsonville
Son – Michael Rose and companion Sheri Haggard of Chebanse
Son – James Rose of Robertsonville
Son – Donald Rose of Pittsburg
Son – Jeffrey Rose of Dixon
Twelve Grandchildren
Fifteen Great Grandchildren
Sister – Verna Mae Steinam of Lebanon, Oregon
Several nieces and nephews
Preceded by his Parents, three brothers – Eugene, James and William Rose.
It was his wish to be donated for anatomical study to Southern Illinois University Medical School in Carbondale. Mitchell-Hughes Funeral Home in Marion is assisting the family with arrangements.