Myrl Dean Rose passed away at home surrounded by loved ones on Saturday, June 19, 2021. He was born into a large family of three sisters and three brothers in Hamilton, Montana.
Myrl began his working career in a pole yard in Hamilton and later on a trail crew in the Selway-Bitterroot Wilderness.
He loved the backcountry where he worked, immersing himself and enjoying being part of the Bitterroot Mountains, Selway-Bitterroot Wilderness, and surrounding areas. Later in life,
Myrl continued enjoying the outdoors by planning and participating in hunting trips throughout the Augusta and Sun River area. The family enjoyed annual, extended camping trips to the
Whitefish, MT area where Myrl’s camp-cooking skills were famous!
Myrl moved to Helena to work on the construction of the Canyon Ferry Dam in 1949. When operations ceased for the winter, he worked at ASARCO until his retirement 30 years later.
During this time, he created and operated Myrl Rose Garage and Wrecker Service. After ASARCO retirement, Myrl continued full-time with his automotive, snowplowing, and other
ventures. He pursued a diversity of vocations – a renaissance craftsman. Myrl fully retired in 2001.
Myrl loved his community: he demonstrated it by his volunteer efforts in fire service, historical preservation, and business ventures. In 1961, he joined the West Valley Volunteer Fire
Department and served for 20 years. Myrl continued supporting the fire department for a number of years as a Trustee. In 1975, he became a Charter Board Member of The Little Red
Schoolhouse (LRSH) and collaborated with many valley residents towards LRSH’s renovation and restoration. A steadfast believer in small business, Myrl volunteered on the board of
directors of Tri-Valley Federal Credit Union (now VOCAL Credit Union) and the Real Food Store.
Myrl is survived by his loving and devoted wife Mona, daughter Sandra Allen (Garth), daughter Cynthia Rose, son Richard Rose (Susan), daughter Joni Grovom (Steve) and son Ken Rose
(Regina). Myrl has nine grandchildren, eight great-grandchildren, and numerous nieces and nephews. He is preceded in death by daughter Lisa Rose.
The family will receive friends from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. on Monday, June 28th at Anderson Stevenson Wike Funeral Home, 3750 N. Montana Ave. A funeral service will be held on at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, June 29th at the funeral home. A reception will follow the service in the social hall of the funeral home. Burial will take place at 2:30 p.m. at Sunset Memorial Gardens Cemetery. Memorials may be sent to the West Helena Valley VFD at PO Box 4024, Helena, MT 59604 or The Little Red School House at LRSH, c/o David Wolstein, 3983 Floweree Dr., Helena, MT 59602.
Service Schedule
Family Receiving Friends
4 p.m. to 7 p.m.
Monday June 28, 2021
Anderson Stevenson Wilke Funeral Home
3750 N. Montana Ave
Helena, Montana 59602
Funeral Service
11 a.m.
Tuesday June 29, 2021
Anderson Stevenson Wilke Funeral Home
3750 N. Montana Ave
Helena, Montana 59602
Reception
Following the Funeral Service
Tuesday June 29, 2021
Anderson Stevenson Wilke Funeral Home
3750 N. Montana Ave
Helena, Montana 5962
Service Schedule
Family Receiving Friends
4 p.m. to 7 p.m.
Monday June 28, 2021
Anderson Stevenson Wilke Funeral Home
3750 N. Montana Ave
Helena, Montana 59602
Funeral Service
11 a.m.
Tuesday June 29, 2021
Anderson Stevenson Wilke Funeral Home
3750 N. Montana Ave
Helena, Montana 59602
Reception
Following the Funeral Service
Tuesday June 29, 2021
Anderson Stevenson Wilke Funeral Home
3750 N. Montana Ave
Helena, Montana 5962
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Curtis Alan Stanghill says
Mona and Family so sorry to hear the news, prayers for you and the family.
Diane says
Joni and Steve
I am sorry to learn that your dad passed away. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
With deepest sympathy
Diane Pedersen
Roberta & Ken Threet says
So sorry for your loss.
Bob Johnson says
Rich & Sue – Sorry for your loss. Cathy and I have your family in our prayers.
Mickey Kunnary says
Cindy Rose – I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your father. God’s blessings on you and your family. Hugs
Linda Netschert says
Mona and Family,
I am so sorry to hear of Myrl’s passing. I have tons of fond memories of him from my childhood. He used to sit at the table drinking coffee and BSing with mom & dad for hours under the pretense of getting milk and eggs. Hugs to you all.
Darby Garden says
Mona, Cindy and Family – I am so sorry for your loss. Big hugs to all of you.
LOVE,
Darby
MK & George Bennett says
Dear Mona & family:
We are so sad to hear the news that you have lost the patriarch of the family.
George & I will see you Monday afternoon at Anderson’s.
💜💜💜🙏🏻✨Mary Kay & George
Shannon Bartole says
Joni, Steve, Mona & Cindy
Know that your family is in my thoughts & prayers. I remember when Myrl bought that blue convertible and brought it to Joni’s work to show her. He was so excited about that car. God Bless you all.
The Proul Family and R&R Diesel says
We are so very sorry to hear of Myrl’s passing. Sending thoughts and prayers to Mona and the family. May he Rest In Peace
Marilu Hanson says
Mr. Rose was such a nice man. When my kids were very young we were on our way home to Missoula from visiting White Sulphur Springs and had car trouble. Mr. Rose came to our rescue with his tow truck and saved the day. That has been a long time ago but I haven’t forgotten. I was really scared and he was so nice to me. So sorry for your loss.
Rita Tenneson says
To the Rose family. My prayers, thoughts and love go out to you. May the fun and special times you had together soothe your sorrow at this time. God bless you. Love and hugs Rita Tenneson and family
Carolyn (Simonson) Tribe says
Aunt Mona and family,
I will miss visiting and talking to Uncle Myrl.
You are in my thoughts (many times) and prayers.
I will still come and visit as I Love all of you.
Keep in touch please.
Your Niece and Cousin.
Carolyn
Kristie Townsend says
Any true person from Helena or the surrounding area knew Myrl or was familiar with his name! He was a great Man, and lived a good life! Prayers of comfort for his Wife,family, and all his loved ones. Rest In Peace Myrl!
Jenelle Rose says
Myrl was my grandfather. My mother’s heart is broken. My condolences to the family.
Jenelle Rose and gabe Rose
Dorothy McCarter says
Dear Mona and family, Mike and I extend our very deepest sympathies to you.
Jarold Wood says
My condolences to the family. Myrl will be missed.
Kathy Kroll says
Richard and Susan, Butch and I are so, so sorry for your loss. Please know you are in our thoughts.
David and Heidi Genter says
Mona, Richard and Susan, Cindy and the whole Rose Clan, our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. Myrl was a larger than life character and while he could be a man of few words, when he did share his thoughts it was always insightful. I recall coming by the house and always greeted as extended family by Mona, while Myrl in his later years would hold court and tell a story or two.
Let us celebrate a life well lived!
Calnan Family says
Myrl was quite a guy and made a big impact to those in the Helena Valley and surrounding areas. He’ll be greatly missed! Our thoughts are with you all during this time.
Lorna Steinke says
Dear Mona and family, I am very sad that you have lost your Myrl. Hang on to the good memories, and know that he is at peace now. If you ever get to Missoula, give me a call. Rita has my phone #. Have always missed seeing you on those Wednesday afternoons.
Debbie Kockler says
To Rich and Susie
I am sorry to hear of your fathers passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Tom and Connie Fairbairn says
Cindy,
So sorry to hear about the loss of your father. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Tom and Connie Fairbairn
Pat Deadmond Roth says
My condolenses to all of you. Since learning of his death I have been thinking a lot about Myrl and all he did for TriValley Federal Credit Union. When we built the new building Myrl donated free snow plowing for our first winter there. He and Cindy ALWAYS went above and beyond for the Credit Union and the Credit Union was very lucky to have him serve on the Board of Directors the many years he did. I know Myrl is being rewarded now for all the really nice things he did for a great many people over the years. I also remember Mona telling us about the cruise she FINALLY got Myrl to go on with her and the fun things they did. This was particularly important because at that time in his life “vacation” was not a word in his vocabulary. It was a pleasure to know Myrl, Mona, Cindy and as many of the family as I did. Hopefully the sadness will pass quickly and you will just remember the good times you had with him, Sincerely.