Loren Steven

Rose

With heavy hearts, our family announces the passing of Loren Steven Rose of Exeter, Missouri, on May 20, 2026, after a battle with cancer. He was born on Aug. 24, 1961, to Loren and Lois Rose.

Loren (Steven) graduated from Exeter High School in 1979 and then served in the United States Navy. Later, he worked as a cabinet maker. He loved country living, growing flowers, caring for the family property, and keeping everything beautifully maintained.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Loren and Lois Rose of Exeter, Missouri.

He is survived by his aunt Judy Amos. Brother Randy and Kelley Rose of Rogers, Arkansas. Niece Jennifer and David Sanchez from San Antonio and their children, Elijah and Gabriel. Niece Sapphira and Jay Frasier and their children Tabitha, Holly, Emily, Dakota, Alexia and Jayson. Sister Rhonda and Roy Rowden of Exeter, Missouri. Niece, Stacy and Troy Delcour of Aurora, Missouri and their children, Blake, Brooke, and Gracie.

Loren was a member of the Exeter Church of Christ and gave his life to Jesus Christ through baptism on March 11, 2001. Our family finds peace in the promise of eternal life through faith in Jesus Christ.

"Jesus said to him, 'I am the resurrection and the life. He who believes in Me, though he may die, he shall live.'" — John 11:25

Graveside services with full military honors will be held on Tuesday, May 26, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. at Maplewood Cemetery in Exeter, Missouri.  Arrangements are under the care of Ozark Funeral Home in Anderson, Missouri.