Douglas - Roy V. Rose, 87, of Douglas went home to be with the Lord on Sunday May 17th surrounded by his loving family and friends.  He leaves his former wife Jane (Kalinowski) Rose of Upton; Two daughters: Paula of Westborough, and Donna of Uxbridge; Three sons: Thomas of Northbridge, Michael of Northbridge, and Daniel and his wife Donna of Upton;  He also leaves five grandchildren, three great grandchildren, many nieces and nephews, and his devoted, longtime friends Bernadette Salvidio and Diane Blasotto; He was born in Worcester, MA, son of the late Harry and Jenny (Rocheleau) Rose; he was also predeceased by three brothers: Omer, Raymond, and Richard, and by five sisters: Eileen, Isabelle, Mary, Gloria, and Elaine;  He attended school in Worcester, MA and was an Army Veteran of the Korean War, serving in Germany and Scarwarf. Mr. Rose was a gifted and seasoned second generation stone and brick mason which was passed on from his father, bringing the trade from Italy;  He wrote and shared, prolifically, about his Faith in God right up to the very end.  For many years, he enjoyed antiquing, and loved exploring well into his later years. He would venture out and would always strike up conversation with strangers as if he'd known them for years.  His mind and spirit remained sharp until the end, as he also followed politics and sports.  He will forever be known for his hearty laugh, and his deep love of the Lord, his family and friends, and all of nature and creation. All are invited to attend calling hours on Wednesday May 20th from 6:00 - 8:00 pm in the Shaw-Majercik Funeral Home, 48 School Street Webster, MA.  Funeral services are private, and private committal services  will be in St. Patrick's Cemetery, Northbridge, MA..  To share a memory or offer condolences, a guest book is available at www.shaw-majercik.com.