Mr. Michael Rose Sr. of Clarksville, TN passed away Friday, July 27, 2018 at his residence. Mr. Rose was born in Germantown, PA on December 13, 1941 to Mary Goodman Rose and the late Arthur Rose. Mr. Rose served honorably with the United States Merchant Marines. Along with his companion Sue Jeannette, he is survived by sons; Michael Rose Jr., Arthur Rose III, David C. Rose, Shawn Michael Rose, daughters; Victoria Lynn Burwell and Viola Lynn Rose, brother, Raymond Rose. In addition to his father, he is preceded in death by his wife, Barbara Ann Rose, brother Tim Rose, and sister Mary Gamblain. Visitation with the family will be Sunday, July 29, 2018 from 1:00 to 2:00 PM. Memorial service for Mr. Rose will begin after visitation at 2:00 PM at the Gateway Funeral Home Chapel conducted by Dr. James W. Hunt. Inurnment will follow at the Kentucky Veterans Cemetery West at a later date. Arrangements are under the care of Gateway Funeral Home and Cremation Center 335 Franklin Street Clarksville, TN 37040. Phone 931-919-2600. Online condolences may be made by going to www.gatewayfh.com.