Joseph Rose

Joseph “Joe” Lee Rose passed away on Friday, May 16, 2025 at the age of 47, surrounded by his loving familiy. Born on October 13, 1977, in Amherst, OH Joseph's life was one of dedication, kindness, and joy.

Joe attended Lorain High School with the class of 1996, later earning his GED. He previously worked at Riddell in Elyria sanding helmets and at Marcos in Lorain with his boss Nick who became family over the years. and currently was working for ROMCO as a certified fire extinguisher technician. A man of varied interests, Joe found joy in the simplicity of life. Joe enjoyed spending time in nature whether he was bird watching or stargazing. He was a proud member of the Honda Club and enjoyed remote control trucks. Friends and family were the cornerstone of Joe's life. He cherished every moment spent with them. His selfless attitude and generosity knew no bounds, as he was always the first to offer help and the last to ask for anything in return. He was witty, a gentleman, and an old soul with a gift for gab who had a way of welcoming everyone he met with sincerity.

Survived by his mother, Kristal Renee Rose-Carrier; step-dad, Richard A. (Kathy) Lynch; sisters, Amanda Butler and Amanda M. Rose; maternal grandfather, Toney Jones; nieces and nephews, Richard, Zachary, Joey, Cameron, Cora, Peyton, Caob Jr. and Kaylee; great nieces and nephews, Atlas, Orion, and Chloe.

He was preceded in death by his father, John N. Rose; maternal grandmother, Dorothy J. (nee Blabey) Jones; brother in law, Jon Butler; and cousin, Teddy Blabey.

A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, June 21, 2025 at Lakeview Baptist Church, 591 Ferndale Ave. Vermilion, OH 44089, from 4:00 PM until 6:00 PM. Arrangements by Reidy-Scanlan-Giovannazzo Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Lorain. Online condolences may be sent using www.rsgfuneralhome.com.