Passed away peacefully at Algoma Residential Community Hospice with family by his side on Friday, February 14, 2025 at the age of 87.
Beloved husband of Harriet (nee Corbett) for 65 years. Loving father of David Rose (Stephanie) of Fenton, Missouri and he has been reunited with his son Ken “Butch” Rose (Laurie) and his daughter Helen Rose. Proud grandpa of Anna and Rebecca of Fenton, Missouri. Predeceased by his parents John Rose and Irene Thorne (Art). Dear brother of Roma Barber (late George), Joan Kennis (late Bob), Margaret Rayner (Ted), Randy Thorne (Beverly) and predeceased by Dorothy Harrison (late Burt), John (late Mary), Neil (Aura Lee), Norman (Betty), William “Billy” (Jean), June Gutcher (late Cliff), and Wanda Chikoski (Walter). Son-in-law of the late Lawrence and late Marion Corbett. Brother-in-law of Donald (late Jane), Mary Ellen Burke (late Phil) and Debbie Corbett. Howard will be missed and fondly remembered by many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.
At Howard’s request, cremation has taken place and he will be laid to rest with his children at Greenwood Cemetery. Memorial contributions (payable by cheque or online) to ARCH would be greatly appreciated. Funeral arrangements entrusted to Arthur Funeral Home – Barton & Kiteley Chapel (492 Wellington Street East 705-759-2522). Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be made at www.arthurfuneralhome.com