James Robert Rose

James (Jimmy) Robert Rose, born the eighth child on the eighth day of the eighth month of 1953. He passed away on December 24, 2021. His parents were Eddie J. Rose, Sr. and Christine Lockner Rose. He attended St. Edwards, Catholic High School for Boys and UALR. He graduated from UALR in 1975 with a degree in math and history. Although his dream to become a football coach was unfulfilled early in life, he succeeded as the night supervisor in Blood Services at the American Red Cross for 23 years. He chose the night shift so that he and his wife could raise their two sons without having to find babysitters or daycare. He loved reading history books, specializing in World War II knowledge. Jimmy enjoyed watching his sons' sporting events throughout life. He is survived by his wife of 49 years, Susan; sons, Vincent (Bonnie) and their two children, Jarrett and Ella Cate, and Joe (Brittany) and their three fur babies, Kimber, Bella and Tyson. He is also survived by siblings, Toni Rose Fitz (Don), Kathy Rose Bowman (Bob), and Richard Rose (Gladys) and their families. His siblings that preceded him: Eddie J. Rose, Jr. (Reba), Mary Ann Rose, Libba Rose, Christine Rose Cardenas (Jimmy), and Michael Rose (Donna). Visitation will be held Sunday, January 2nd from 2-4 p.m. at Roller-Chenal Funeral Home, 13801 Chenal Parkway, Little Rock, Ark. 72211. In lieu of flowers, the family request that donations be made to: Humane Society of Pulaski County, 14600 Colonel Glenn Road, Little Rock, Ark. 72210, or Saint Edwards Catholic Church, 805 Sherman Street, Little Rock, Ark. 72202. Online guestbook: www.rollerfuneralhomes.com/chenal