Obituary for Kenneth W. Rose
Kenneth W. Rose, 81, of North Manheim Twp., passed away Tuesday, April 2, 2024 in Lehigh Valley Hospital- Cedar Crest. He was the husband of Jeanne A. (Becker) Rose.
Born in Schuylkill Haven, he was the son of the late Charles and Anne (Schappell) Rose. He graduated from Blue Mountain High School. Kenneth worked as a lineman for PPL for 40 years before retiring. He enjoyed shooting targets, and black powder guns. He could be found working on cars, and collecting them. He also performed in a band for many years playing guitar. He was a member of Blue Ridge Rifles.
Surviving in addition to his wife is a step-son: Brian D. Miller, husband of Andrea, Trexlertown; a daughter: Dr. Kimberly R. (Rose) Scholfield, Hummelstown; six grandchildren; and a sister: Ella Mae. He was predeceased by two daughters: Deborah "Debbie" (Rose) Schwenk, and Kelly Jo (Rose) Messina.
Services will be private at the convenience of the family. Leibensperger Funeral Homes, Inc., Hamburg is in charge of arrangements. For online condolences, please visit www.leibenspergerfuneralhomes.com
Born in Schuylkill Haven, he was the son of the late Charles and Anne (Schappell) Rose. He graduated from Blue Mountain High School. Kenneth worked as a lineman for PPL for 40 years before retiring. He enjoyed shooting targets, and black powder guns. He could be found working on cars, and collecting them. He also performed in a band for many years playing guitar. He was a member of Blue Ridge Rifles.
Surviving in addition to his wife is a step-son: Brian D. Miller, husband of Andrea, Trexlertown; a daughter: Dr. Kimberly R. (Rose) Scholfield, Hummelstown; six grandchildren; and a sister: Ella Mae. He was predeceased by two daughters: Deborah "Debbie" (Rose) Schwenk, and Kelly Jo (Rose) Messina.
Services will be private at the convenience of the family. Leibensperger Funeral Homes, Inc., Hamburg is in charge of arrangements. For online condolences, please visit www.leibenspergerfuneralhomes.com