Claud Houston Rose

CLAUD HOUSTON ROSE Claud Houston Rose of Wynnewood, Oklahoma was born to James Powell and Opie (Graves) Rose on April 26, 1925 in Seminole, Oklahoma and entered the golden gates of Heaven at 9:15 p.m. on August 5, 2008 at his home near Wynnewood at the age of 83 years. Rejoicing in his departure from this world is: his devoted wife of 55 years, Audrey Rose of the home; his cherished son, Billy Dean Rose and his wife Gayla Dee of Wynnewood; his attentive daughter, Nila “Sis” Rose of Tuttle, Oklahoma; his grandchildren whom he adored, Chrystal Pietroforte, Jeff Rose, Michael Rose; one grand dog, Princeston; and great-granddaughters, Savanah, Leah, Sydnie, Makenna and Madison. Claud grew up and was raised in Elmore City, Oklahoma. He married Lorece Pickens and together they made their home in Elmore City. They moved to Purcell just before Lorece passed away in 1952 of leukemia. On November 24, 1953, he married Audrey Ellen Wright in Gainsville, Texas. Claud and Audrey moved to many places during his career in the oil field. From 1968 until 1972 he drove a truck for H. J. Jeffries. In 1972, Claud retired to his ranch west of Wynnewood. Dad was a man that neighbors, relatives, and widows knew they could call and he would be there to meet their need. He loved raising cattle, and spent hour after hour walking his land and admiring his newborn calves each year, seeing dollar signs. He was a man of great integrity, believed the Bible and followed it according to his heart. His early years were spent working long hours to support his family, and when he could fit it in, he loved to hunt and fish, especially with his brothers, who preceded him in death, Chester, Dave, Dub, Dean and Harold Rose. The highlight of his life was his family. Claud is survived by one sister, Ruth Ashley of Wynnewood, Oklahoma and preceded in death by two sisters, Lydia Mahana and Ruby Readnour. He is also survived by a host of nieces, nephews and friends. While loving all the nieces and nephews, there seemed to be a special place in his heart for Gene Ashley and Carolyn (Rose) Belair. When our family needed them during Dad’s illness they were always there for us. Funeral services for Mr. Rose are scheduled for Friday, August 8, 2008 at 2:00 p.m. in the Hillcrest Baptist Church in Wynnewood, Oklahoma with Bro. Jerry Roady and Pastor Dale Ruggles officiating. Interment will be in the Elmore City Cemetery under the direction of Wooster Funeral Home. You may send a condolence to the family at www.woosterfuneralhomes.com.

Claud Houston Rose

April 26, 1925 - August 5, 2008