Dudley
Dudley A. Rose
Dudley passed away Wednesday, February 26, 2020 at his home in Plainwell.
He was born April 21, 1949 to Arvard ‘Bud’ and Rosalie (Rockwell) Rose. Dudley proudly served his country in the U.S. Army during Vietnam. He had worked for Lapham Heating and Cooling before going to work for his brother at Archie Rose Machine Shop for 15 years.
Dudley was a skilled woodworker and loved to fish, follow NASCAR, especially Jeff Gordon and collect hats, coats and state quarters, having collected 15 complete sets. Dudley was kind hearted and went out of his way to help anyone in need and had a saying or Dudley-ism for everything. He was an Eagle Scout and a life member of the Otsego VFW Post #3030.
On December 30, 1987 he married Janet Hampton who survives.
Also surviving are his children, Tom (Jan) Rose, Patrick Fredericks, Rebecca (Ron) Perkins, Darcy (Jayson) Ennis, Dawn Rose and Devon Rose; 19 grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; siblings, Jack (Nancy Schnidler) Rose, Lynette (David) Cree and Donna (Kirk) Wisnaski along with several nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents and daughter, Jacqueline Fredericks.
According to his wishes cremation has taken place.
A memorial celebration will be held at 3:00 P.M., Saturday, March 7, 2020, at the Otsego VFW Post #3030.
Burial of ashes will take place at Fort Custer National Cemetery at a later time.
Contributions in memory of Dudley may be made to the Otsego VFW Post #3030 or to
Hospice Care of Southwest Michigan.
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Lynda LaFountain
February 27, 2020 at 6:27 pm
So sorry for your loss. My prayers and thoughts are with you and your family.
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Linda Snider
February 27, 2020 at 6:35 pm
Dudley was a great guy! My fondest memory of him is of our drivers training together at 16. He survived our trip to downtown Grand Rapids where we learned to parallel park!
My condolences to his family.
Linda Rice Snider
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Penny Baker
February 27, 2020 at 7:04 pm
So very sorry to you all. Loved it when Dud came out and watched me painting the benches for VFW Post #3030. We yakked about many things, from OHS, to surviving multiple helicopter crashes, to his beautiful wife. He will be missed. My heartfelt condolences to you all.
Penny Pulver Baker
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Warren Stevens
February 27, 2020 at 7:50 pm
Dudley was proud to have served in Vietnam — We shared a few stories of Vietnam. when I had a long talk with him at VFW 3030 one day. RIP my friend & fellow classmate. A true friend.
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Theresa Irving
February 27, 2020 at 7:56 pm
So sorry to hear about Dudley. He was a kind nice man. Knew Dudley when i was a youngin and remet him again down at the VFW fish fry.
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Melissa Clark Packard
February 27, 2020 at 8:42 pm
Dudley was a kind hearted man, So sorry to hear about your loss.
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Laurie McDonald
February 27, 2020 at 11:40 pm
I’m so sorry. He was one helluva man. Use to make me laugh. R.I.P.
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Terri Parrish
February 28, 2020 at 12:01 am
My Deepest Sympathy for your loss. Dudley will be dearly missed by everyone that knew him. He was such a kind and careing guy. I always enjoyed talking to him, he always made ya laugh. RIP Dudley. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers.
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Tony Thaxton
February 28, 2020 at 12:46 am
Dudley and I grew up “down the road” from each other. We sat together on the bus and spent many hours playing at each other’s house where we also attended Cub Scout den meetings. In 2nd grade I wrote a short paragraph about “my best pal Dudley” that my Mom saved and I still possess. Dudley was a special friend and, as others have written, a very special person. I’m greatly saddened to hear of his passing. Please accept my heartfelt condolences.
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Lori Burrows
February 28, 2020 at 12:51 am
So very sorry for your loss. Prayers sent for the family.
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Bob and Loree Bagley
February 28, 2020 at 6:25 am
Darcy, Jayson, Dawn, Tom, Jan and all your family, God’s Peace and strength to you all.
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Dawn King
February 28, 2020 at 7:19 am
Im so Very sorry to hear of Dudley’s passing. He will certainly be dearly missed among us. His fighting warrior spirit and determination to live life to the fullest will live forever in our memories. My prayers for God’s special peace for his entire family during this difficult time.
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Colleen & Jim Vorwald
February 28, 2020 at 9:18 am
So sad for your loss to your family. May you feel God’s peace during your time of sorrow. Thank you for your service Mr. Rose.
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Deborah hopper
February 28, 2020 at 10:23 am
Uncle Dud was a great man kind, sweet and loving he will so be missed. Rest in piece uncle Dud..❤️
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Steve & Sandy Cobb
February 28, 2020 at 10:48 am
Janet & Family, we are so sorry to hear about Dudley. He was a great guy & we have many wonderful memories of him. He will be missed by everyone who knew him.
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Tim and Marcia Quigley
February 28, 2020 at 11:01 am
I have known and been friends with Dudley since Dix Street Elementary and through scouting. In scouts, Dudley always had my back since I seemed to be the weakest link on many of our excursions!! Our friendship renewed through the years at Pine Lake (Ford’s Point) where my parents had a cottage next to the Mowry’s. In later years, I enjoyed many hours of sitting with Dud and was always amazed at his “Dudleyism’s” and would relay them to Marcia when I went home. Rest in Peace , dear friend!!
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Cindy Whitaker
February 28, 2020 at 12:24 pm
Keeping all of you in our thoughts & prayers.
Love,
Tootie, Ken, & Cindy Whitaker
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Alice Comai
February 28, 2020 at 12:54 pm
Dudley and Jan were always part of our family. We watched our kids grow up together. It seems that we have always been there for each other. I love you Dudley. You will be missed. Jan I will be here for you always. Love to you all.
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Susan Kerrigan
February 28, 2020 at 1:01 pm
Sorry for the loss of your beloved! of comfort and peace! Thank you for your service Dudley! RIP
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~Bill and Janice Thompson
February 28, 2020 at 1:11 pm
… Though we know Heaven has welcomed a very special person, our hearts still feel the sorrow. Our deepest, most heartfelt condolences, and loving prayers to the entire family. We will never forget our ‘Post 3030 Fishing Trips’ and how much fun we had with Dudley! When we were all ‘tuckered out’ for the day, He wanted to keep fishing and fishing!
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Susan Keyzer
February 28, 2020 at 1:54 pm
Awe sorry to hear about Dudley. He was one of my first boyfriends when I moved to Otsego in 1961. Dudley was always nice, friendly and a loving person. May you rest in peace kiddo.
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Philip D Wineland
February 28, 2020 at 4:00 pm
I am in Texas and was so sorry to read the Obituary for Dudley. He was a student of mine in Cabinetmaking and Millwork so many years ago I can’t remember when! He was an excellent student and I have nothing but praise for him.
Phil Wineland
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Jeff and Cheryl Taylor
February 28, 2020 at 5:04 pm
Tom and Jan,
We are so sad and sorry for the loss of your dad.
We pray for comfort for you and your whole family during this time.
We love the Roses,
Jeff and Cheryl Taylor
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Jeff and Cheryl Taylor
February 28, 2020 at 5:06 pm
Tom and Jan,
We are so sad and sorry for the loss of your dad.
We pray for comfort for you and your whole family during this time.
We love the Roses
Reply
Rick Fairfield
February 28, 2020 at 5:26 pm
So sad I’ll never forget him or the nickname he gave me years ago “shadrack” don’t know where it came from but it stuck with me for sure my thoughts and prayers go to all family he is missed. Love ya dud
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LeAnn Davis
February 28, 2020 at 9:24 pm
I knew Dudley for many years- Our families were great friends.-He was a wonderful and thoughtful man.
Although I moved away many years ago I will always remember him and all of the Rose family. I am so very sorry for your loss. Prayers for the family.
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Art Roberts
February 29, 2020 at 10:22 am
I’m so very sorry for your loss
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Doug and Judy Foster Scheppelman
February 29, 2020 at 12:16 pm
Jack, Donna and Lynette,
Our prayers are with you and your family.
Reply
Carolyn Largent
February 29, 2020 at 9:23 pm
Janet and family so sorry to hear about Dudley.. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this very difficult time.
Reply
Tim and Laurie Andrus
March 1, 2020 at 8:50 am
Darcy and family,
What a patriot Dudley was. He taught all around him how to be strong and live life to the fullest. He fought cancer harder than anyone we know and is now pain free. He will be missed by so many. Dudley was very proud of you and how you live your lives.
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Cheryl &Chuck Buchino
March 1, 2020 at 2:28 pm
So sorry for your loss. Always remember his kindness to all. Your memories are precious. He was a good man who was well loved. He is no longer in pain and will live forever in your hearts.
Reply
Terri Ammon
March 1, 2020 at 3:33 pm
Please accept my deepest sympathies. I hold high respect for those that served in the Vietnam war. They will never be forgotten. Thank you for your Service Mr Rose.
Reply
David P Boulter
March 2, 2020 at 9:54 am
Archie,
I’m sorry to hear about the loss of your brother. The memories I have are of a long ago time when my Uncle Sam helped to decide that we needed an Explorer troop for our area.
My heart goes out to your families.
David Boulter
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Carrie Curtiss
March 2, 2020 at 10:03 pm
Rest in Paradise Dud!! You will never be forgotten. And missed so dearly. Say hello to my Daddy for me. ❤️
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Don & Anita Rambadt
March 3, 2020 at 9:22 pm
To Dud’s family and friends , wishing you comfort and care as you go thru this time of loss. May the prayers and acts of support give you strength in the days ahead. “Army Strong”—-Dud
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Bob Brothers-Hudsonville, Mi
March 4, 2020 at 6:48 am
So sorry to here of Dudleys passing. Dudely and I went to Pine Lake togeather in the late 60’s and after graduation we went our seperate ways , L to Indiana and Dudely stayed in the Plainwell area. Again so sorry to here of his passing.
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Jeff and Janey Richards
March 6, 2020 at 9:41 am
We are so sorry for your loss. May the peace of our Lord help you through this stressful time. Love Jeff and Janey Richards.
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Judy Rhoades Barnwell
August 7, 2020 at 8:59 am
I am so sorry to hear of Dudley’s passing. I will always remember him as one of the sweetest guys I have ever known.
My sympathies to his family—-
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He was born April 21, 1949 to Arvard ‘Bud’ and Rosalie (Rockwell) Rose. Dudley proudly served his country in the U.S. Army during Vietnam. He had worked for Lapham Heating and Cooling before going to work for his brother at Archie Rose Machine Shop for 15 years.
Dudley was a skilled woodworker and loved to fish, follow NASCAR, especially Jeff Gordon and collect hats, coats and state quarters, having collected 15 complete sets. Dudley was kind hearted and went out of his way to help anyone in need and had a saying or Dudley-ism for everything. He was an Eagle Scout and a life member of the Otsego VFW Post #3030.
On December 30, 1987 he married Janet Hampton who survives.
Also surviving are his children, Tom (Jan) Rose, Patrick Fredericks, Rebecca (Ron) Perkins, Darcy (Jayson) Ennis, Dawn Rose and Devon Rose; 19 grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; siblings, Jack (Nancy Schnidler) Rose, Lynette (David) Cree and Donna (Kirk) Wisnaski along with several nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents and daughter, Jacqueline Fredericks.
According to his wishes cremation has taken place.
A memorial celebration will be held at 3:00 P.M., Saturday, March 7, 2020, at the Otsego VFW Post #3030.
Burial of ashes will take place at Fort Custer National Cemetery at a later time.
Contributions in memory of Dudley may be made to the Otsego VFW Post #3030 or to
Hospice Care of Southwest Michigan.
Messages of condolence may be posted at
www.WinkelFuneralHome.com
.
Offer Condolence for the family of Dudley A. Rose
Condolence Messages
Lynda LaFountain
February 27, 2020 at 6:27 pm
So sorry for your loss. My prayers and thoughts are with you and your family.
Reply
Linda Snider
February 27, 2020 at 6:35 pm
Dudley was a great guy! My fondest memory of him is of our drivers training together at 16. He survived our trip to downtown Grand Rapids where we learned to parallel park!
My condolences to his family.
Linda Rice Snider
Reply
Penny Baker
February 27, 2020 at 7:04 pm
So very sorry to you all. Loved it when Dud came out and watched me painting the benches for VFW Post #3030. We yakked about many things, from OHS, to surviving multiple helicopter crashes, to his beautiful wife. He will be missed. My heartfelt condolences to you all.
Penny Pulver Baker
Reply
Warren Stevens
February 27, 2020 at 7:50 pm
Dudley was proud to have served in Vietnam — We shared a few stories of Vietnam. when I had a long talk with him at VFW 3030 one day. RIP my friend & fellow classmate. A true friend.
Reply
Theresa Irving
February 27, 2020 at 7:56 pm
So sorry to hear about Dudley. He was a kind nice man. Knew Dudley when i was a youngin and remet him again down at the VFW fish fry.
Reply
Melissa Clark Packard
February 27, 2020 at 8:42 pm
Dudley was a kind hearted man, So sorry to hear about your loss.
Reply
Laurie McDonald
February 27, 2020 at 11:40 pm
I’m so sorry. He was one helluva man. Use to make me laugh. R.I.P.
Reply
Terri Parrish
February 28, 2020 at 12:01 am
My Deepest Sympathy for your loss. Dudley will be dearly missed by everyone that knew him. He was such a kind and careing guy. I always enjoyed talking to him, he always made ya laugh. RIP Dudley. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers.
Reply
Tony Thaxton
February 28, 2020 at 12:46 am
Dudley and I grew up “down the road” from each other. We sat together on the bus and spent many hours playing at each other’s house where we also attended Cub Scout den meetings. In 2nd grade I wrote a short paragraph about “my best pal Dudley” that my Mom saved and I still possess. Dudley was a special friend and, as others have written, a very special person. I’m greatly saddened to hear of his passing. Please accept my heartfelt condolences.
Reply
Lori Burrows
February 28, 2020 at 12:51 am
So very sorry for your loss. Prayers sent for the family.
Reply
Bob and Loree Bagley
February 28, 2020 at 6:25 am
Darcy, Jayson, Dawn, Tom, Jan and all your family, God’s Peace and strength to you all.
Reply
Dawn King
February 28, 2020 at 7:19 am
Im so Very sorry to hear of Dudley’s passing. He will certainly be dearly missed among us. His fighting warrior spirit and determination to live life to the fullest will live forever in our memories. My prayers for God’s special peace for his entire family during this difficult time.
Reply
Colleen & Jim Vorwald
February 28, 2020 at 9:18 am
So sad for your loss to your family. May you feel God’s peace during your time of sorrow. Thank you for your service Mr. Rose.
Reply
Deborah hopper
February 28, 2020 at 10:23 am
Uncle Dud was a great man kind, sweet and loving he will so be missed. Rest in piece uncle Dud..❤️
Reply
Steve & Sandy Cobb
February 28, 2020 at 10:48 am
Janet & Family, we are so sorry to hear about Dudley. He was a great guy & we have many wonderful memories of him. He will be missed by everyone who knew him.
Reply
Tim and Marcia Quigley
February 28, 2020 at 11:01 am
I have known and been friends with Dudley since Dix Street Elementary and through scouting. In scouts, Dudley always had my back since I seemed to be the weakest link on many of our excursions!! Our friendship renewed through the years at Pine Lake (Ford’s Point) where my parents had a cottage next to the Mowry’s. In later years, I enjoyed many hours of sitting with Dud and was always amazed at his “Dudleyism’s” and would relay them to Marcia when I went home. Rest in Peace , dear friend!!
Reply
Cindy Whitaker
February 28, 2020 at 12:24 pm
Keeping all of you in our thoughts & prayers.
Love,
Tootie, Ken, & Cindy Whitaker
Reply
Alice Comai
February 28, 2020 at 12:54 pm
Dudley and Jan were always part of our family. We watched our kids grow up together. It seems that we have always been there for each other. I love you Dudley. You will be missed. Jan I will be here for you always. Love to you all.
Reply
Susan Kerrigan
February 28, 2020 at 1:01 pm
Sorry for the loss of your beloved! of comfort and peace! Thank you for your service Dudley! RIP
Reply
~Bill and Janice Thompson
February 28, 2020 at 1:11 pm
… Though we know Heaven has welcomed a very special person, our hearts still feel the sorrow. Our deepest, most heartfelt condolences, and loving prayers to the entire family. We will never forget our ‘Post 3030 Fishing Trips’ and how much fun we had with Dudley! When we were all ‘tuckered out’ for the day, He wanted to keep fishing and fishing!
Reply
Susan Keyzer
February 28, 2020 at 1:54 pm
Awe sorry to hear about Dudley. He was one of my first boyfriends when I moved to Otsego in 1961. Dudley was always nice, friendly and a loving person. May you rest in peace kiddo.
Reply
Philip D Wineland
February 28, 2020 at 4:00 pm
I am in Texas and was so sorry to read the Obituary for Dudley. He was a student of mine in Cabinetmaking and Millwork so many years ago I can’t remember when! He was an excellent student and I have nothing but praise for him.
Phil Wineland
Reply
Jeff and Cheryl Taylor
February 28, 2020 at 5:04 pm
Tom and Jan,
We are so sad and sorry for the loss of your dad.
We pray for comfort for you and your whole family during this time.
We love the Roses,
Jeff and Cheryl Taylor
Reply
Jeff and Cheryl Taylor
February 28, 2020 at 5:06 pm
Tom and Jan,
We are so sad and sorry for the loss of your dad.
We pray for comfort for you and your whole family during this time.
We love the Roses
Reply
Rick Fairfield
February 28, 2020 at 5:26 pm
So sad I’ll never forget him or the nickname he gave me years ago “shadrack” don’t know where it came from but it stuck with me for sure my thoughts and prayers go to all family he is missed. Love ya dud
Reply
LeAnn Davis
February 28, 2020 at 9:24 pm
I knew Dudley for many years- Our families were great friends.-He was a wonderful and thoughtful man.
Although I moved away many years ago I will always remember him and all of the Rose family. I am so very sorry for your loss. Prayers for the family.
Reply
Art Roberts
February 29, 2020 at 10:22 am
I’m so very sorry for your loss
Reply
Doug and Judy Foster Scheppelman
February 29, 2020 at 12:16 pm
Jack, Donna and Lynette,
Our prayers are with you and your family.
Reply
Carolyn Largent
February 29, 2020 at 9:23 pm
Janet and family so sorry to hear about Dudley.. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this very difficult time.
Reply
Tim and Laurie Andrus
March 1, 2020 at 8:50 am
Darcy and family,
What a patriot Dudley was. He taught all around him how to be strong and live life to the fullest. He fought cancer harder than anyone we know and is now pain free. He will be missed by so many. Dudley was very proud of you and how you live your lives.
Reply
Cheryl &Chuck Buchino
March 1, 2020 at 2:28 pm
So sorry for your loss. Always remember his kindness to all. Your memories are precious. He was a good man who was well loved. He is no longer in pain and will live forever in your hearts.
Reply
Terri Ammon
March 1, 2020 at 3:33 pm
Please accept my deepest sympathies. I hold high respect for those that served in the Vietnam war. They will never be forgotten. Thank you for your Service Mr Rose.
Reply
David P Boulter
March 2, 2020 at 9:54 am
Archie,
I’m sorry to hear about the loss of your brother. The memories I have are of a long ago time when my Uncle Sam helped to decide that we needed an Explorer troop for our area.
My heart goes out to your families.
David Boulter
Reply
Carrie Curtiss
March 2, 2020 at 10:03 pm
Rest in Paradise Dud!! You will never be forgotten. And missed so dearly. Say hello to my Daddy for me. ❤️
Reply
Don & Anita Rambadt
March 3, 2020 at 9:22 pm
To Dud’s family and friends , wishing you comfort and care as you go thru this time of loss. May the prayers and acts of support give you strength in the days ahead. “Army Strong”—-Dud
Reply
Bob Brothers-Hudsonville, Mi
March 4, 2020 at 6:48 am
So sorry to here of Dudleys passing. Dudely and I went to Pine Lake togeather in the late 60’s and after graduation we went our seperate ways , L to Indiana and Dudely stayed in the Plainwell area. Again so sorry to here of his passing.
Reply
Jeff and Janey Richards
March 6, 2020 at 9:41 am
We are so sorry for your loss. May the peace of our Lord help you through this stressful time. Love Jeff and Janey Richards.
Reply
Judy Rhoades Barnwell
August 7, 2020 at 8:59 am
I am so sorry to hear of Dudley’s passing. I will always remember him as one of the sweetest guys I have ever known.
My sympathies to his family—-
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