John “Jackie” Rose

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the sudden passing of John Rose (Jackie)

John was a kind and caring man who was deeply loved by everyone that knew him. He was always willing to lend a helping hand and never turned anyone away. His generosity and warmth touched countless lives.

John dedicated 44 years of service to Marine Atlantic, where he was known as a hardworking and dedicated employee. He took great pridein his work and earned the respect of his colleagues throughout his long career.

Outside of work, John enjoyed life’s simple pleasures. Like collecting junk, copper, bottles and hanging on to old car parts. He loved going to bingo, especially his Friday night outings with his sister-in-law Gloria, whom he cared for deeply. Above all, John cherished his family. He lived for his children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren and found great joy in their happiness.

John lived a long and very fulfilling life. He is now at peace and reunited with his beloved wife, Sarah, whom he loved dearly.

He will be lovingly remembered by his brothers Lou (Pamela), and Jimmy (Wilma); his children Louise, Paula (Harris), Arthur (Cathy), Susan and Bonnie (Chris); as well as his many grandchildren: Troy, Glenn, Fallon (Roy), Patty, Holly, Justin, Dan, Katie, Chris, Brendon, Jason, Sarah, Felisha and Travis.

He also leaves behind numerous great-grandchildren; Kayla, Anthony, John Thomas, Baby Troy, Connor, Jacob (Carie), Noah, Jackson, Gabe, Zoey, Emma, Jonathan, Bryson, Carter, Baby Jackie, Evan,Elyse, Eleanor and Augest, Maverick and Meadow. Also, great-great-grandchildren; Camis and Finn.

John will also be missed by his step-grandchildren; Hunter, Abbey and Tyler. His step-sons-in-law; Johnny LeBlanc and Freddy Fraser, his god daughter Donna Foster and Mary Gosbee who was like another daughter to him, and his closest niece; Paulette Nicholas.

He is predeceased by his late wife Sarah Rose, siblings David, Maurice, Wilfred, Ronald, Jerry, Andrew, Gert, Pamela, Ruby, Ada, Ellen, Edith, Ann, Zita, Bertha, Hemmo, Toots and Nellie. His sister-in-law Gloria MacLean, nephew Freddy MacLean, his parents Clara and Arthur Rose, his daughter Dorothy Fraser, granddaughter Nancy Lynn, his mother-in-law Louise Jardine and his son-in-law Darren Ginter, Debbie MacLean who was like another daughter to him and friend Alice Pye.

John shared special friendships with Duck Bailey and Tommy Keigan, who meant a great deal to him.

He will be fondly remembered by his many nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews and his cards/bingo buddies.

John’s legacy of kindness, love and dedication will live on in the hearts of all who knew him. He will be deeply missed.

A visitation for Jackie will be held on Wednesday, April 22, 2026, from 2:00–3:00 p.m., followed by a service celebrating his life at 3:00 p.m., at JM Jobes Funeral Home, Sydney Mines. A reception will follow at the Holy Family Parish Hall.

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