Few could have anticipated the great life Don Rose would lead starting on October 9th of 1933.
Donald Franklin Rose was born to Frank and Ellena Rose in Duncan, OK. Frank moved the family to Post, Texas to follow the oil industry. Here is
where Don attended Post High School, became a Golden Glove boxer and met his future bride Maudie Faye Ray. They were married on April 4th 1953
and four children were to follow. Family and work were very important to Don. He worked in the oil field his entire life, starting at 14, except
for the seven years he served as a Deputy Sheriff in Meeteetso, WY. A final move landed Don and Maudie in Henryetta,OK. Here he lived until his
passing on July 6th, 2004. His legacy will be carried by his wife of 51 years. Maudie & Children Danny Rose and wife Lana, Melody Ramirez and
husband Samuel, Bill Rose and wife Karla, Donna Reavis and Husband Rick. His sisters Wanda McChesney and husband H.G., Mary Ann Wiencht & husband
Charles and brothers Ronald Rose & wife Connie, Rolland Rose and wife Josie. 9 Grandchildren and 2 great grandchildren.
