Mrs. Ann Rose, just weeks before her 100th birthday, went to be with her Lord on April 23, 2026. Proceeding her in departing this life was her beloved husband of 68 years, Jesse C. Rose (born and raised Between the Rivers). Ann is survived by her beloved daughter, Cheryl (Gary) Dettloff, four grandchildren and nine great grandchildren. She was also proceeded in departure by her beloved daughter, Tammy (Rex) Roy. Ann lived a healthy and robust life for many years, sharing the decades with her love, Jesse, a long life of business, community and faith, with homes and business interests in Grosse Pointe, MI and Murray, KY. After Jesse passed ten years ago, she lived independently for many years, with the help of her two daughters and their families as needed, and always relying with them in the faithfulness of the Lord Jesus.
Born in a small village located in the Carpathian Alps of Europe, she and her sisters were sent overseas to America in the face of advancing Nazi and Communist armies. After the ravages of WWII, when Jesse returned from serving in the Army Air Corps, he found work in a manufacturing company in Detroit. He also found Ann (who was working there) and made her his bride. They married in 1948 and began to raise a family. They joined a local Baptist church and served as active members and officers for over 6 decades. Their daughters followed Ann in faith and family. Ann also joined Jesse in his love of the land of his heritage. They purchased a home in Murray and spent more and more time in the South, enjoying the loving relations of neighbors and friends around them. They especially enjoyed worshipping at First Baptist of Murray, and the fellowship of their Sunday School class.
In "golden years" of semi-retirement, Ann enjoyed her life with Jesse in their southern home, one of West Kentucky's most beautiful. It was, indeed, a Wonderful Life.
A graveside service will be conducted at 2pm on Monday, April 27, 2026 at the Elm Grove Cemetery. Friends may visit with the family at the Blalock-Coleman Funeral Home after 12:30 p.m. prior to Ann's procession to Elm Grove.
Blalock-Coleman Funeral Home & Cremation Services is privileged to be entrusted with the care of Mrs. Rose. Please share your messages of condolence with the family by signing her virtual guestbook at www.blalockcolemanfuneralhome.com.
