Darren Anthony Rose

Darren Anthony Rose, 48, of Bryant passed away on November 18, 2013 as a result of a massive stroke. Darren was born on April 23, 1965 in Little Rock to Eddie Joseph Rose, Jr. & Reba L. Rose. In Darren's youth he played baseball as a left hand pitcher for nine years at Little Oaks Park, with his Dad as his manager. Darren began his working career at the age of 16 with Kroger. The career with Kroger would continue for 30 years. When Darren wasn't working, his greatest joy was spending time with his family and friends. One of Darren's greatest loves was deer hunting with his Dad and his two brothers at the East End Deer Club. Darren was a great man and one of the most tender-hearted and caring man that anyone could have had the pleasure to know. Darren was also known for his incredible wit and his infectious laugh. Anyone who met Darren was his friend. Darren is survived by his mother, Reba L. Rose; his brothers, Larry Rose & Cathy and daughter Tara, David Rose and son Adam Rose & wife Samantha, as well as numerous aunts, uncles, and cousins. Darren is also survived by numerous friends who considered him a part of their family. Darren is preceded in death by his best friend and hero, his father, Eddie Joseph Rose, Jr., his grandparents, Eddie Joseph Rose Sr. & Christina Rose and Otis & Geneva Hardgrave. Cremation services provided by Griffin Leggett-Forest Hills Funeral Home. A celebration of Darren's life will be on Friday, November 22, 2013 at 2 p.m. with visitation one hour prior to the service at Griffin Leggett-Forest Hills Funeral Home, 10200 Highway 5 North, Alexander, Arkansas. Private burial will follow at a later date. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made in Darren's name to the charity of your choice. www.griffinleggettforesthills.com.