In Memoriam: Sherwood Rose,

From Potter Funeral Home.

Sherwood Rose, 78, of Mansfield Center, beloved husband of 54 years to Patricia Guinan Rose passed peacefully at his home surrounded by his family, Saturday, January 30, 2016.

Sherwood was born in Willimantic, CT on June 18, 1937, son of the late Earle and Barbara Martin Rose, and grew up and lived in Coventry with his brothers and sisters.

Later he moved to Mansfield and then spent many years on Cape Cod where his circle of friends continued to grow. He recently moved back to Mansfield Center to be close to family and friends.

Sherwood was a graduate of Windham HS and a proud veteran of the United States Navy. He was a journeyman lineman with the IBEW union and then spent many years as a Service Manager with Arbon Equipment in Windsor.

‘Rosie,’ as he was known to many, enjoyed and participated in sports his entire life. As late as last summer he was an active participant in the Cape Cod Seniors Softball League where he played and umpired. His love for the New York Yankees and UConn Huskies Athletics were ever present. As a loving husband, father and friend he was always there for anyone who needed him.

He was predeceased by brothers, Earle, Robert, Bruce and Philip.

Besides Sherwood’s large circle of friends and loving wife, he leaves his son, Michael Rose and his wife Linda of Auburn NH, and his daughter, Jill Rose Card and her husband Scott Card of Mansfield Center. Papa’s world was made brighter by his four beautiful grandchildren. He leaves Zachary, Olivia, Delaney, and Jack with many memories and lessons of a life well lived. Sherwood also leaves his loving sisters Pamela Rose Lamarche and Patricia Rose Benoit both of Coventry, and many nieces and nephews.

The family would like to thank all of his wonderful and dear friends who were there to offer support, a meal, or a prayer during this tough time. A special thank you to his nurses and doctors at WCMH and his new friends at Hospice with a special thank you to Linda Poulos who ensured he was comfortable and cared for while at home.

Family and friends are invited to gather Thursday, February 4, from 5 to 7 p.m. at Potter Funeral Home, 456 Jackson St. (Rte. 195) Willimantic. A Memorial Service will be held Friday, February 5, at 1 p.m. at First Congregational Church of Coventry, 1171 Main St., Coventry.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to, Cape Cod Senior Softball League, care of John Hession, 29 Collins Lane, Chatham, MA 02633, in Sherwood’s name.

To sign the online memorial book please visit, www.potterfuneralhome.com