Ruth Ann Rose, 82, passed away in her sleep Saturday, February 6, 2021. She was born May 15, 1938 in Romulus, MI, to the late William and Mary (Brands) Gaines.

Ruth graduated from Wayne Memorial High School in 1956. She married her high school sweetheart, Jack Rose, on May 31, 1957.

She is survived by her brother, James Gaines, daughter, Jacklyn (Robert) Wood, granddaughter, Jessica (Travis) Harmon, great-grandchildren Haidyn and Hunter, grandson, Dustin Wood, great-grandchildren Elizabeth, Abigail, and Meredith, son, James Rose, granddaughter, Julie (Shane) Sears, great-grandchildren Lydia and Cora, granddaughter, Amanda (Josh) Dirschell, great-grandchildren Emma and Teighan, and grandson, Tyler (Molly) Rose.

Ruth was preceded in death by her parents, William and Mary, five brothers William Jr., Joseph, Raymond, Charles, and Paul Gaines, and her husband, Jack Rose.

Ruth was a kind and caring woman that dedicated her life to her family and friends. She was a long time resident of Stockbridge, MI. She liked to cook, enjoyed spending time with her family, and loved to joke around. Ruth will be deeply missed by her family, friends and all who knew and loved her.

A memorial service will be held this spring with the date to be announced.

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