John Robert Rose

By | April 20, 2018

John Robert Rose, age 59, formerly of Jackson, OH, passed away suddenly April 14, 2018 at his home in Dayton, OH. John was battling throat cancer. John was born Aug. 16, 1958 in Oak Hill, OH to James A. Rose and the late Mary (Rowland) Rose.

He is survived by his wife, Rhonda Rose of Columbus, OH; his daughter, Krystal (Jeff Jr.) Yerian of Jackson; and his step-daughter, Leighanna Wagner of Columbus, OH. He is also survived by grandchildren, Olivia Yerian, Brooklyn Yerian, Emilee Yerian, Rhiannon Yerian, and Jeffery Yerian III, all of Jackson, OH. Also surviving are his sister, Sharon (Mike) Lewis of Jackson, step-siblings, Sara (Jerry) Zinn, Dianne Emmert, Debbie (Mike) Hembree, Frank (Bonnie) Ward, Adam (Nanette) Ward, and Diana Walker, and a host of aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Oscar and Mary Ward; paternal grandparents. Isaac and Vina Rose; and maternal grandparents, John and Avis Rowland.

As per his wishes, he will be cremated, and private family services will be held at a later date.