Rose was born May 1, 1938, in Batesville, AR, to Thomas and Dovie (Fuller) Ash.
Rose married Ken on July 27, 1964, in Pekin, IL. He preceded her in death on August 20, 2025.
Rose leaves behind her three daughters: Tina Hasty of Peoria, Kim Strader of Walnut, and Tammy Hatten of Pekin. Rose had 7 grandchildren
and 15 great grandchildren.
Rose is preceded in death by her husband, Ken; daughter, Debby; one granddaughter, Jessica; one great-granddaughter, Adrianna; three brothers, JD Ash, Willis Ash, and Orville Ash; and three sisters, Pauline Stinson, Ernece Yates, and Emnajean Herndon.
Rose was a homemaker; she spent her time taking care of her family and those around her. She liked to crochet in her free time, spend time with her kids and grandkids, and watch westerns on TV, while rocking in her chair. When you visited Rose and Ken, they would often be sitting out on the front porch in their rocking chairs, enjoying each others company. In her earlier years, she owned an ice cream shop in Delavan where she and Ken enjoyed serving ice cream and talking to the locals. Rose never met a stranger and always greeted her friends with a loving smile and warm hug. Those who know Rose, knew her scent. She always smelled like Japanese Cherry Blossom, and after leaving her presence, her scent lingered with you. She will be deeply missed by her friends and family.
Cremation rites have been accorded. Per Rose's request, there will be no visitation or services. Her family will plan a Celebration of Rose's
Life at a later date.
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Oaks-Hines Funeral Home and Crematory in Elmwood is in charge of arrangements.



