Raymond Ward Rose
August 28, 1938 to June 17, 2021
Obituary
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Raymond Ward Rose, age 82, passed away peacefully at the Dr. Leonard A. Miller Centre in St. John’s, Newfoundland on June 17, 2021, after an intense battle with cancer.
Leaving to mourn his loving wife of 58 years Cora Rose, his sisters Florence Hann and Meta Janes, devoted son Kevin Rose (Elizabeth), cherished grandson Alexander Rose. He leaves many other friends & relatives including nephews, Lewis Hann, David Marsden, Gary Marsden, and Bryan Janes; nieces, Deanna Hann, Peggy Hann & Tracey Parsons. Raymond is predeceased by his parents, George and Harriet Rose, sister Mamie Marsden, and brother Roy Rose.
Raymond was born on Fox Island in Newfoundland. He later met the love of his life, Cora, in Burgeo.
Raymond graduated from Memorial University before receiving a Masters Degree in Mathematics from Columbia University in New York City. He had a successful career in education first as a teacher, then as a principal, and finally as a regional superintendent. Raymond served as a regent for Memorial University for several years. To his many friends and family, he was respected as a patient and gentle mentor.
Raymond had a passion for the outdoors. During his time teaching in Labrador, he enjoyed snowmobiling and hunting caribou. When visiting his hometown of Burgeo, he would never turn down the opportunity to get out in a boat or jig a codfish. He looked forward to moose season at Peter Strides with his sister Mamie & Norm Marsden & family.
Throughout his life, Raymond was an active community leader. He cared deeply about Newfoundland’s future direction and participated in politics at the local and provincial level. He was on the executive of the local CARP and also served as a lay Committee Member of the Disciplinary Panel of the Law Society of Newfoundland and Labrador.
Raymond and Cora loved to travel and visited many exciting places together. They shared especially fond memories of their time in Florida, Hawaii, Mexico and the Dominican Republic.
Raymond was a honourable man, kind and diplomatic to a fault. He was blessed with a warm, positive energy that drew people towards him. Even up until his time at the retirement centre, Raymond was sought out by others to assist with problem-solving because of his sensitive, balanced and considerate demeanour.
Most importantly, Raymond was a most dearly loved husband and father. He adored his grandson, Alexander, and cherished their time together. We will forever be grateful for having Raymond in our lives.
The family would like to extend a special thank you to the doctors, nurses and other health professionals who contributed to Raymond’s care during his final days. We would like especially thank: Dr. Seal, Dr. Fardy, Dr. Coleman, and Dr. Ralph (CBS Clinic). The family would also like to thank his sister Meta for the extra support & care. He would like a special mention of his niece Peggy for her kindness, support & all the seafood chowder.
Family and friends may visit Carnell’s Funeral Home in St. John’s at the following times: Saturday, June 19th from 2-4 pm and Sunday, June 20th from 2-4 pm.
The funeral service will be officiated by Rev. Gail Coley MacDonald on Monday, June 21st at 2 pm from The Carnell Memorial Chapel. The funeral will be live-streamed for those who cannot attend.
My condolences to Ron’s family! I was a teacher in Labrador City during some of Ron’s years there. He was a very professional, fair and kind as an administrator. May your memories of him keep him with you always!
My sincerest condolences to the Rose family on the passing of Mr. Rose. I have many memories of him from JRSC in Wabush but one that stands out is from after I left Wabush to move to the island. Mr. Rose and his family were on the same coastal ferry as I was, on a return trip from my Mother’s home town of Ramea. It was quite a rough trip and I was traveling alone at the age of 14 or 15 and Mr. Rose told me to come sit with his family for the trip to Port Aux Basques, one of the roughest trips I’ve ever experienced. I was so glad to be with people I knew at a terrifying time like that. He put me at ease and made me feel very safe. It was something I never forgot. Rest In Peace
Very sorry to hear the news of Mr. Rose’s passing. I remember him as a lovely, compassionate and caring individual when he was principal at J.R. Smallwood Collegiate. I remember the year Mrs. Rose travelled with us on our Young Voyageur trip to Saskatchewan. My sincere condolences to her and to the whole family.
Sincere condolences to family and friends , he will be greatly missed . Mr. Rose was my principal years ago and have many fond memories
My sincerest condolences to Ray’s family and friends. I have many fond memories from high school.
Cora, Kevin and family: We were deeply saddened to hear of Ray’s passing and want you to know that you are in our thoughts and prayers at this most difficult time. Ray was indeed a man held with great respect and admiration as he carried out various roles in the Labrador West education system. During my teaching career at J..R.S.C., I remember Ray as a very supportive and caring educator who always kept the interests of students and teachers at heart. He was and as we continue to remember him, still can be a great role model for us all. May you find comfort in the support of family and friends as you share beautiful memories of your loved one.
Deepest condolences
Alma and Richard Kelly
We are so sorry to hear of Ray’s passing. May your many wonderful memories help you through this difficult time. Heartfelt condolences to you, Kevin & families.
Cora & Family,
So sorry to hear of your loss.! My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Shirley (Croucher) Parlee
I met Ray while sitting on a panel with him, and he was an absolutely gracious, intelligent, engaging, and patient man. We hit it off immediately sharing stories of the out of doors and his adventures there and in his work. I thought of him often after I heard that he had become ill. Very sorry for your loss.
Cora and Kevin & Family .we were saddened to hear of Ray ‘,s passing , we have so many fond memories of our Wabush days ,and all the good times together ,, our heartfelt sympathy to each of you. The Coreys.
Cora and family, so very sorry to hear of the passing of Ray. Thoughts and prayers to you and your family during this difficult time. Heather Suter and Family
Cora, Pat and I were saddened to hear of Ray’s passing. He was a wonderful man. We worked at JRS School with him and a lot of respect for him.. We send our condolences to you and your family..
Brendan and Pat Connolly
Cora Kevin and family. Ed I and our whole family are heart broken to read this. I just saw it this morning. He was such an awesome human. Hugs to all of you. Ann Ed Ring and family
So sorry for your loss. Deepest condolences to all family members.
Cora Kevin& Rose Family
So saddened to hear of my dear cousin
Raymond’s passing
May. Good memories comfort you in your. Time of sorry .so proud of Meta
Love you ????deepest condolences
Love. Cousin
Audrey ????❤️
Cora Kevin& Rose Family
So saddened to hear of my dear cousin
Raymond’s passing
May. Good memories comfort you in your. Time of sorry .so proud of Meta
Love you ????
Creep condolences
Love. Cousin
Audrey ????❤️
My sincere condolences to Cora and family. While I didn’t work with Ray directly we were both School Principals at the same time in Labrador West and I recall with fondness our association during District School Meetings.
Cora
Kay and I were so sad to hear about Ray’s passing Ray was a special man who will be sorely missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and Kevin and family at this time.
Kevin Smith
Coral,Kevin and Family so sad to hear of Ray’s passing,Ray was a very close friend of ours over the pass 40 + years there is nothing Ray wouldn’t do for you,he was there every time we went to St’John’s. We had lots of good times together at the cabin,he loved to hunt birds & caribou specially with our good buddy Loyde Abbott who called a couple of days ago for a chat about Our good buddy Ray lots,of good memories,lots of good memories with Ray and Cora. Thinking of you all at this sad time,take care Cora and hope to see you this summer. Wish we could be with you today sending all our love. RIP Ray. Ida and Roy
Cora and family,
We are very sorry to hear of Ray’s passing. Dorothy remembers Ray, sitting at the head of her class in Row 1 in Grade 7, as a cheerful and friendly young person, always with a smile – something he carried with him all his life. I remember Ray as an enthusiastic math student in some of my math classes as Memorial University. The last time that we met was at my sister’s (Daphne & Bert) house where Ray talked with us in that typical friendly manner about old times as if it were yesterday.
Our sincere condolences to you, Cora, and your family and friends.
Sid & Dorothy Troke
Dear Cora,
we are very sad to hear of Ray’s passing. You will ever be in our prayers and our thoughts as you cope with the loss of your husband and ever abiding friend.
Eleanor and I will cherish the conversations that we had with you and Ray over the past few months. Ray’s courage, steadfastness and his concern for you reminded me of the many ways that I knew and remember Ray from our first year university in 1956, to the warm and friendly Christmas that I spent with Ray and his family in Burgeo wilie I was teaching in Ramea, to the years of friendship and leadership that Eleanor and I had with you and Ray in Wabush. Ray left a mark of caring, understanding and friendship on the lives of everyone who knew him. W e a re all very thankful for that and he will be sadly missed.
Kevin we know that you had a very special Dad and that you have many great memories that will sustain you in the days to come. We extend our deepest sympathy to you and your family.
Arthur and Eleanor Brown
To Cora, and Kevin,
My condolences on the passing of Ray. He was firmly planted in Lab West when we arrived in 1984, and is a big part of my Wabush/JRSC experience and memories. Always a gentleman..
Cora and Rose Family,
We are so sorry to hear of your loss. I worked with Ray in Labrador West for many wonderful years learning lots from him. He was always prompt to support with a great smile and comforting laugh! He was always so friendly and caring … a great colleague.
Our sincere and deepest sympathies,
Gordon and Holly Saunders
Cora and family,
So sad to hear of Rays passing. He was a dear friend for many years. His gentle way, calm nature and compassion for 0thers was beyond compare. He knew just how to throw oil on a stormy sea. A true Knight in shining armor as it were. Many lessons learned from him and a great teacher of life. He will be missed and remembered every day.
Bev and Randy Burry
Sincere condolences to Cora, Kevin and family. I was saddened to hear about Ray’s passing. I worked with Ray in Labrador West for many years. We would meet occasionally at the supermarket or mall and he was always pleased to see someone from Wabush..Cherish your memories. Rest in Peace, Ray.
I was saddened to hear of the passing of Mr. Rose. He was the principal of JRSC in Wabush when I was a student. He was a great person and a great role model to myself and other students. My deepest condolences to family and friends!
Cora Kevin and family
We were very sad to read of Rays passing this morning . He was indeed a special man . I remember well all the great times we all had in Labrador . During my council days I was on committees with Ray . Ray was always well respected and kind and very positive and friendly and happy to see you whenever you would meet after we left Wabush . I always enjoyed our little chats Cora when we would meet. The last few weeks every time I saw the advertisement for Tiffany village I would rewind to see you both and was happy you were looking so well . Cora our sincere condolences to you and your family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time
Marion and Frank Murphy.
Our deepest sympathy to all the family in the loss of a precious loving cousin
Maisie and Lou wallace
Sincere condolences to all of you on the passing of your loved one.
Thinking of you all at this difficult time. Sending sympathies and condolencs to the families. Knew Ray as agentle person and loved the outdoors, met him a few times on caribou or bird hunts. Great memories of him, so RIP my friend.
nelson and betty fry
Cora, Kevin and family,
Thinking of you all at this time, Ray was such a nice person. Met him when I first came to Wabush in 1974. . Many prayers and thoughts are with you at this time.
I am sure you have memories of many happy times together.
With deepest sympathy. Shirley Murphy
RIP Mr. Rose. You were a wonderful teacher to me and I am sure countless others.
To Cora and Family,
Ron and Zita Curran met you and Ray at Tiffany Village for a short time. we have recently moved back to our own home. We were saddened to hear of Rays passing. We have fond memories of you two beautiful people., and wish you Cory many Blessings as you mourn the loss of your loving and devoted husband Ray, who was loved by many. Cory, we we hope we can be in touch within a short time. Our deepest sympathy to you and your family.
Ron and Zita Curran , formerly at 602 Tiffany Village and now residing at 15 Wedgeport Road, St. John’s, NL
Cora, our hearts go out to you as you begin to cope with the loss of your husband, soul-mate and best friend. We knew that Ray was waging a strong battle with the scourge of cancer, ready for whatever he had to face. He was ready but we still have problems accepting the fact that he has gone from us.
Thank goodness we have years of great memories to look back upon. Our paths first crossed when Ray came from Burgeo to Port aux Basques in 1955 to complete his Grade XI. From that time, through Memorial University, onward to teaching in Wabush and school administration in Labrador West until 1994, we were part of each others lives. We even overlapped our time at Columbia U in NY during the mid 1960’s. Yes, there is much to be thankful for and Ray would want us to hold those good times in our hearts.
We extend our sincere sympathies to you, Kevin and family.
Bob & Margaret Martin
We were saddened to hear of your brother’s passing Meta..May God strengthened you and all your loved ones and keep his sweet memory alive in your hearts. Rev Ruth Boone and Roy Boone
Although it was many years ago (1964 , the year we opened S,mallwood Collegiate) I still have fond memories of Ray as a respected colleague and Cora whose hospitality embellished the lives of three young bachelors. To hear of Ray’s passing serves to remind me of those pleasant times . My wife Mary and I extend condolences to Cora and family.. Enjoy memories of a great teacher, husband and father..
Basil and Mary Haire
To Cora, Kevin and family: It is with great sadness that we learned of Ray’s passing. We remember him so well from our time together in Wabush and our chance meetings after we returned to the Island. I worked with Ray for years while living in Wabush and remember him as a kind man. Please accept our deepest condolences.
The epitome of a gentleman!!! We remember with fondness how we bumped into Ray and Cora in Florida many years ago!! We were typical, proud Newfoundlanders that day. May beautiful memories comfort Cora, your son Kevin and all your family. “You were a good man, Sir!!”
Ive known Ray for many years and it was always a pleasure tio have a chat. My last conversation was just prior to the pandemic when Ray wondered if I would come visit his retirement place and play some music. I didn’t get that opportunity but it would have been nice to see Ray again. My sincere sympathy to all the Rose family.
To Ray’s Family
I met Ray at MUN. Then as a student when we were doing a survey on Burnt Island off Burgeo, we hired Ray as a helper and we boarded with the Rose family in Burgeo. We last connected at the MUN 50th Anniversary and he told me then that I gave him his first job. Of course it was the first real ‘paying’ job.
He was a kind, gentle soul with a conscience, much respected.
To Cora, Kevin and family;
Deepest condolences to you all and to Ray’s extended family. We have shared a few stories over the past two days and have very fond memories of Ray, from work and play. Thinking of you all at this very difficult time.
Roger and Daisy
Norma and I were very saddened to hear of Ray’s passing. Thanks to the many friends and colleagues who have touched base with us over the last couple of days to share memories of our common Wabush experience. To Kevin and Cora we hope the memories of a life well lived help sustain you in the days to come.
To Cora and family,
We were saddened to hear of Ray’s passing and extend to you our heartfelt condolences. I know you will all miss him so much.
Ray was a mentor to many young teachers like myself and played an important part in developing the education system in Labrador West.
Keeping you close at heart as you mourn.
Mildred and Leonel Vairinhos
To Cora and the family;
Our sincere condolences to you all on the loss of Ray.
Julie and David
I am so sorry to hear of Ray’s illness and passing. I knew him well while living and teaching in Labrador. In fact, he hired me for my first teaching job, in Labrador City! He was indeed a very quiet man, but had strong beliefs! My condolences to his family!
We were so sorry to learn of Ray’s death. He was a good friend when we all lived in Labrador. I will remember him with love, as will Keith. He was truly a gentle man. Our condolences to Cora and Kevin.
Sorry for your loss. Our deepest and most sincere condolences to all the family.
Dear Cora,
How incredibly sad you must be. And what a loss for you and your family..
I have known Ray for a number of years and from the outset he impressed me a a true gentleman of sterling character., a gentleman to his fingertips. Weather he was representing CARP or dabbling in the political process, Ray was in for the long haul. He could always be counted upon to be completely candid but he possessed the gift of being able to be honest while never attacking or belittling anyone. He was the soul of discretion and could be trusted to hold a confidence, no matter what. He liked to recall his days as an educator and told great tales about his time in Labrador.. One thing I truly grew to appreciated was his habit of seeking you out weather he saw you across Walmart or at a meeting or conference. His handshake was so warm and his presence so genuine. .I will miss running into him and enjoying his love of just a gab and some catching up.
You have always had my great admiration. And today I’m sending along my profound sympathy. Again I say, what a loss!
God Bless,
Al Antle
Cora and Kevin, we are so sorry to hear of Ray’s passing. Your family is fondly remembered from your days in Wabush.