Gordon P Rose

(1942 – 2025)

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Gordon Paul Rose, aged 83 of Raynham, Massachusetts, who died peacefully after a courageous battle with cancer on August 29, 2025, surrounded by his loving family.

Born on June 5, 1942 in Taunton, Massachusetts, Gordon lived a full and meaningful life defined by quiet strength, unwavering love for his family, and a deep sense of integrity. He was a devoted husband to his beloved wife, Elaine (Coe) Rose, with whom he shared fifty-nine wonderful years of marriage.

A proud and dedicated father, Gordon leaves behind two children, Tammie (Rose) Surrey and her husband Michael of Raynham, Timothy Rose and his wife Nadine of Halifax and his six grandchildren, in which he adored, Ashley Rose-Marzelli, Hailey Rose, Adam Surrey, Justin Rose, Joshua Surrey and Olivia Rose, who will forever cherish his wisdom, generosity, sense of humor, and the countless memories made together. The love he had for his wife, children and grandchildren were the foundation of his happiness and he cherished every moment he spent with them.

Gordon was a Vietnam veteran of the United States Navy and served on the USS Wrangell naval ship where he was fortunate enough to travel the world, visiting twenty-six different countries.  After serving in the Navy, Gordon started his career in the construction field and was a member of the Laborer’s International Union – Local 721, where he worked for various companies on large-scale infrastructure projects in Massachusetts including, the Pilgrim Power Plant in Plymouth, the construction of Interstate 495, and the Big Dig in Boston. Throughout his life, Gordon was known as a “jack of all trades” and could fix, fabricate and build just about anything.

Gordon and Elaine enjoyed traveling the country in their fifth wheel RV, meeting many friends along the way and eventually settling in Zephyrhills, Florida where they spent their winters.  He enjoyed playing cards with his family and friends, dancing with his loving wife and tinkering with hot rod cars and machinery.

He will be deeply missed by all who knew him — his family, friends, and everyone whose life he impacted.  A private service will be held graveside with a celebration of life to follow at a later date.

Though he may be gone, Gordon’s legacy of love and devotion will live on in the hearts of those who knew him.