Jerry M. Rose, age 73, of Hesperia, passed away on Tuesday, April 9, 2013, at Spectrum Health Services Gerber Memorial. Jerry was born on March 5, 1940, in Rothbury, Michigan to Clayton H. and Lela Iris (Alexander) Rose and retired from Gerber Products Company. Jerry enjoyed spending time with his family and dog Festus, and was best friends with his two boys. Jerry was a proud Army veteran and had served in Vietnam. Jerry is survived by his children, Todd Rose of Fremont and Jeff (Pearl) Rose of New Jersey; 6 grandchildren; brother, Charles Rose of Fremont; and sister, Diane Rose of Fremont. There will be no services at this time. For a more lasting memorial, friends are asked to consider JeremiahCry Ministries c/o Crandell Funeral Home and invited to visit www.jeremiahcry.com. Friends may sign the register book, share memories and condolences online at crandellfh.com. Arrangements by Crandell Funeral Home Fremont Chapel 1-888-464-7837