Siegfried Hubert Rose (Sig), loving husband, father, and grandfather, died unexpectedly on June 22, 2020 at the age of 67 in Niagara Falls, Ontario.
Sig is survived by his wife, Margaret Rose (nee Tewsley), his children Elizabeth (Kevin) and Andrew (Cyndi), his grandchildren Alicia, Eliza, Keiyaunna, Isla and a fifth grandchild on the way. His brothers Garry (Lisa), Frank (Anna), David (Kelly), his sister Angie (Doug), sister-in-law Kathy Legault and many cousins, nieces and nephews. He is predeceased by his parents, Hubert and Wilma Rose, and his brother Mike.
Sig was born in Crimmitschau, Germany on January 3, 1953 to Hubert and Wilma. He was the second of three children born in Germany, with another three siblings born in Canada after the family immigrated in 1959. With a few family photos, enough money for the zoo, and the clothes they were wearing, Sig’s family left East Germany and didn’t return. After spending some time living and attending school at a church in West Germany, they made their way to Ontario. Sig was happiest when he was with family. He was extraordinarily close to his parents, his brothers, sister and cousins. And he was the biggest fan of his children and grandchildren.
He will be most remembered for his selfless dedication to the sport of soccer. Together with Margaret and so many other volunteers, they ran youth soccer in Dunnville for 40 years. His pride and joy was the development of the Dunnville Soccer Park. The soccer community was important to him from coaching his brothers, to playing for Dunnville United, a team that his father and son both played for.
Sig was an exceptional teacher at Fairview Avenue Public School. He enjoyed working with his Fairview Family where he would drop his witty one liners that only he could get away with. After retirement he enjoyed working at Tewsley Auto Wreckers where he would fill in any role he could.
Sig had so many talents. From building his own house from the ground up, painting, photography, tinkering with small electronics and wood working. His greatest talent was his heart though. Kind and caring and willing to lend a hand to anyone in need. He was able to touch so many peoples lives in the 67 years that he was here and his lasting legacy of love will be remembered by so many people.
In lieu of flowers, a donation to the Sig Rose Foundation will greatly be appreciated. Information on the foundation will be posted in the very near future. Online condolences jwhartfuneralhome.com
My sincere Condolences to Margaret & Family & to Dave & Family. I know Sig will be missed by many. Hugs & My Sympathy to you all. Pamela Hoffman XO
My sincere Sympathies to Margaret, Dave and the Rose Family. I know Sig will be missed by many. Hugs & My Deepest Condolences to you all. Pamela Hoffman XO❤️
So sorry for the loss of a great kind man, had me laughing always at the soccer park he will be missed by many
Sending all of my love xoxoxoxoxoxoxo
I will always remember him for his kindness. May he rest in peace and may his memory bring comfort to everyone he loved.
Sig you left us too soon, I look back on all those hours with the kids at the soccer parks it was good times. My condolences to the family.
Margaret & Family,
My deepest condolences to you and your family. May the wonderful memories of Sig help you through this time of sadness. You’re in our thoughts and prayers 💕
Thinking of everyone during this time. My condolences.
Margaret I am so sorry for your loss your family can help you through this tough time thinking of you xo
So very sorry for your loss .
My condolences to your family .
❤
Andrew and family,
I am sorry for the loss of your father, husband and friend. I hope that you are able to find joy and comfort in the next few days ahead. It is there in every conversation you have about him, you just have to look.
Many blessing.
Chris Roik
My condolences to Marg and all of Sig’s family. Sig’s dedication to the community and youth soccer in Dunnville will never be forgotten.
Such a big loss for our community, our deepest condolences to Sig’s entire family.
To the Rose Family,
We are so very sorry for your loss of Sig. We have been blessed to have had a our son play Junior Soccer for many years and have fond memories of that time. Thank you for that. God Bless and prayers for strength during this time. Chris & Fiona Alford
I am so sorry for your loss …..
Please accept my heartfelt and deepest sympathy for your loss. RIP Sig, you will certainly be missed.
Sorry for your loss. Sig was a good guy.
So sorry for all the families loss. He was an exceptionally wonderful person. Thoughts and prayers are with you all ❤
Deepest condolences to Margaret the entire family. Sig was a great assest to Haldimand County’s youth soccer and will certainly be missed by all who knew him. May time heal your pain and turn it into memories.
Margaret, Andrew, Elizabeth and families!
I’m not sure what to say in the face of such a difficult loss. Sig will be sadly missed by so many in the community and beyond. Sending my heartfelt sympathy to all of you as you navigate the difficult days ahead. Much love and prayers! Xo
Michèle
Our deepest sympathy to my dear friend Margaret and her family.
Sig will be forever missed ❤️
My deepest sympathy to Margaret and family; such a shock to hear of his passing. I remember him from the days of bowling with the Community Telephone league. RIP Sig.
Thinking of you Margret and family! My condolences! Lots of fun memories of working with Sig at Fairview!
So very sad and sorry to hear of Sig’s passing. May he rest is peace and may you, his family, find peace and comfort in your memories.
So sorry for your loss.
Margaret and family we are so sorry for your loss! Our hearts and prayers go out to you and your family at this very sad time! Sig will be missed by all that knew him!❤🙏
Margaret,
So sorry to hear of your loss.
Our deepest sympathy towards Margaret and the family. Sig was a dedicated and wonderful man. He will be missed by many.
Sig was a wonderful man who leaves a lasting legacy in the community. His commitment to his family, students and soccer was apparent to anyone who was lucky enough to know him. I thoroughly enjoyed working with him at Fairview and visiting at The Mate in the summers. The relationships he built with his students and team of staff will always be cherished.
My deepest condolences to Margaret, Liz, Andrew and the entire family. May the best memories you shared shine brightest in your minds and hearts.
Melanie Whiton (Hedley)
Our deepest sympathy to Margaret and families at this difficult time
You are in our thoughts&prayers
Sig will truly be missed
Craig&Shirl Surridge&family
Our heartfelt sympathies to Marg and the rest of Sig’s family and friends. There will forever be a hole left in our community without him. Rest In Peace ❤️
I am saddened to here of the passing of Sig . My thoughts are with you at this time. Condolences to you and your family .
Margie and family we are so sorry to hear about the sudden passing of Sig. He was an extraordinary man. He will most definitely be missed by so many people whom he touched. Keep his memories close to heart. Our thoughts are with you at this most difficult time. Hugs to all
My condolences Margaret to you and the family. Cherish the memories.
My sincere condolences to the family, such a great loss.My prayers are with you all.
Margaret,
We are so sorry for your loss. You two made a great team.
Dunnville won’t quite be the same without him.
Family Rose,
From my family, our deeps condolences to your family.
I know he will be sadly missed in your family but there is the extended family that will also miss him dearly.
Time will heal.
Kurt and family.
Margaret and family, we are so sorry to hear about your loss, our deepest sympathy,
Rick & Kathy
Margaret, Elizabeth, Andrew & families,
My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Such a shock & great loss for your family & also our community. My sincere condolences. Shelley <3
we are so sorry MARGARET he was a good person,. him and i went to school together and u were a great couple . so sorry for your loss . sincerely BETTY YAGER AND FAMILY XOXOX
Margaret & Family
There are no words to express that can soften your grief. We pray that the wonderful memories you will cherish can find you comfort at this very sad time.
God bless.
My heart hurts for your family. Mr Rose was Erick’s, my son’s, special Ed teacher for 8 years, at Fairview. His kindness and care for my son will not be forgotten.
loved seeing him at the soccer park he was always all over running things . Keeping you all in our thoughts and prayers at his difficult time.
I am so very sorry for your loss. I taught both Elizabeth and Andrew. I can only imagine their pain along with Margaret’s. My prayers are with you and your families.🙏
Marg and family,
We were so sorry to hear of Sig’s passing. He will be missed greatly. We have fond memories of Sig at the soccer park. He has had such an impact on the people of Dunnville. We’ll be keeping you in our prayers. Love, the Blackwood Family
Our sincere condolences to the Rose Family.
As anyone will attest to Sig was a great guy, and that sense of humor, dry as the desert.
We will all miss Sig dearly.
Kick a soccer ball as high as you can so Sig and Mike can catch it for a quick pick up game.
So sorry for your loss to you & all your family.
Andrew, Cyndi and family. I am so sorry to hear this news. I am sending my sincere condolences. Sending Love,
Wendy
My deepest condolences to Andrew and Cyndi, Margaret and all the family at this sad time. Prayers for your comfort and peace at this difficult time.
My love, warmth and strength sent to you all. Being one of Dave’s younger friends I didn’t get to know Sig well but thought Dave I knew the impact he had on his family, Dunnville and what a kind man he was.
Thinking of you all
Our deepest condolences prayers and thoughts are with all the family hugs
My heart goes out to the entire family. Sig was such a kindhearted man. He will be greatly missed in our town.
So sorry to hear about Sig. We are thinking of all of you.
A kind family man gone too soon. Sig was a good neighbour to me when I lived in Dunnville. He will be missed by all who had the pleasure of knowing him .My sincere condolences to Margaret and the entire family
Dear Margaret and family
So sorry for your loss. Our sincerest condolences.
We are so very sorry for your loss. We will always remember Sig for his gentle manner, his sense of humour. and his deep pride in his family. Our thoughts are very much with all of you at this most difficult time. Sending much love and strength.
Jack and Brenda
My condolences to the family. We all have lost a great man . I lost a great friend spending countless hours and years working together at the soccer park, going to soccer meeting. And our coffee shop meetings at timmies. Will miss you.
Our deepest sympathies to all of you. Sig was so kind and patient during our years with Dunnville Soccer–never too busy to stop and answer a question. It has always been a pleasure to run into Sig and other members of your family. Keeping you all in our prayers.
Margaret, Ross wanted me to send condolences to you and family from him. This is a difficult time to reach out to friends so we are doing our best. He is sending thoughts and prayers to you and your family.
Our sincerest condolences to the family our prayers are with you all.
Rose Family,
I am so sorry for your loss. Sig was a wonderful man and so dedicated to our community. We are grateful for all of his contributions. He will not be forgotten. Wishing you my heartfelt sympathies.
Chelsie
So sorry for your loss Margaret and family
my deepest condolences to your family. Many great memories on the soccer field.
Our thoughts and prayers go out to Margaret and the rest of the family at this very difficult time. Sig was a wonderful individual who will be missed by many,many people!!!
My deepest condolences to Marg, Children, and Freinds.
He will be missed by all.
My Deepest Sympathy to Margaret and entire family
R.I.P. Sig
Sorry for your loss.No words can explain what you and your family are going through.Thoughts and prayers are with you God bless take care
A true gentleman. Sportsmanship was number 1 when Sig was at the helm. Thanks for years of dedication to our community and for teaching me and so many others to love the beautiful game.
I was absolutely floores upon learning of Sig’s passing! I had the privilege of knowing him as a teacher and a a soccer organizer. What an incredible legacy he leaves. My heart goes out to the family.
I am saddened to hear about Signing and want Marg to know that I have said some prayers for him and for you…Hope to see you sometime soon….
So sorry for your loss!
My deepest sympathies to the Rose Family.
I had the wonderful pleasure of working with Sig for a short time at Fairview School.
He was a wonderful, caring person to work with but most of all what will be etched in my mind forever Is the day of my Fathers funeral when Sig stood in the back row. I could see him clearly as I did my part of honouring my dad. Later he took the time to sit and talk with me at length. I will be forever grateful for his genuine kindness.
Our deepest sympathies to Margaret and all family . Sig will certainly be missed by so many. May U all feel the hands of God wrapped around U with His love and care at this hard time. In our thoughts & prayers – Rest peaceful Sig
Condolences to you and your family. We always enjoyed your company.
Dear Margaret, we are so sorry to hear of your loss, our sincere sympathy to you and your family.
Allan and Kathy Killins
My deepest heartfelt condolences to Margaret, Elizabeth, Andrew and family. He had such a beautiful soul and I will never forget him telling me to be patient with my eldest daughter playing soccer ⚽️ he said it’s ok if she pick dandelions because at least she is out on the field and plus that’s one less dandelion we have to have cut. My ❤️ heart is so sad to hear that this earth has lost such a wonderful man. 😇
Sig’s love and dedication has positively influenced countless people’s lives! Thank you Sig for all you’ve done. Condolences to the family on behalf of Stephanie and myself 🙏
My deepest condolences to all the family. He was an exceptional man and will be missed dearly by the entire community.
Thinking of you all and your families during this difficult time. Our deepest condolences.
I am so sorry to here of the loss of Sig. He was a wonderful kind caring man. Thank you for all of the great soccer memories you gave my boys, Ryan and Richard. My condolences to Marg, Elizabeth, Andrew and their families. RIP Sig 💕
Kurt , myself and the children were deeply saddened to hear of Sig passing away so suddenly. There has never been a time during our 22 year soccer involvement so far that Sig and Margaret were not involved and kept things running smoothly. He will be greatly missed and we will miss him as a referee and a kind , knowledgeable face at the soccer park. Again, we are truly sorry .
Kurt lohrum, Marisa Iozzo and family
My heart breaks for you all! I am so sorry for your loss! Sig was such a kind soul. May he rest in peace. ❤
I am at a loss for words. I cannot begin to comprehend your loss. Many people in our small world were affected by his wonderful presence. Right now, I feel grateful for these memories ❤️. Sending love and prayers to all his vast family. Condolences, Amy Catton (Vardy) and family
So very sorry for your loss Marg and family.
I have admired Sig’s efforts as a builder of the game of soccer in Dunnville. His countless volunteer hours to help grow the game we both love, are immense. As a player, coach, referee, organizer, leader and friend…he will be sadly missed. To Margaret and Andrew and to all the extended family, I am saddened for your loss. Love always, Alex
My sincerest condolences to Margaret, Elizabeth, Andrew and the rest of the family. Sig will be deeply missed and had an impact on anyone that had the honour to know him. His dedication to the Dunnville Soccer Club was inspiring to so many. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Marg & Family I am so sorry to hear of your loss…
My condolences to the family. He was a good man and will be missed in the community.
Our deepest condolences. Our thoughts are with you at this time.
Dear Margaret, Elizabeth, Andrew and all family. our sincere condolences we are so saddened for your loss, There are no words to express the impact Sig had to the game of soccer and the Dunnville United Soccer club. He will be missed. Love Art and Corry.
Dear Margaret & family.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.
our deepest condolences to Margaret, Elizabeth and Andrew and their families. Sig was an amazing person with a heart of gold. He had so many talents. Dunnville lost a great man.
I offer my deepest condolences and prayers to you Margaret and your family. Sig had a heart of gold and was much loved by so many people. Know that my family is keeping you and your family in our prayers during this most difficult time.
Marg, I’m sending my deepest condolences to you and the family at this time. Hugs to you, sending my love as well.
Our deepest sympathies and condolences to Margaret and family. Thanks to Sig for his contribution to soccer and his contributions to our community.
Deepest condolences to Margaret Rose and the family. So sorry to hear this news. Out thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. 🙏🙏😇
So sad to hear the news Marg, your in my thoughts
So very sorry for your loss
Our deepest condolences to the Rose families. RIP Sig.
Dear Margaret and Family,
We were shocked to hear about Sig and I just wanted to send our condolences and let you know we are thinking about you all during this terrible time. I heard that attendance at the service is restricted due to covid-19, but I will try to get to the soccer club for the funeral procession, but I don’t drive much these days. I will remember those good times we had with you and Sig and Eddy and Judy and Mervyn and Joyce. It is heartbreaking.
Sylvia (Watkins/Baago)
So sorry to hear about Sids passing . They say God only takes the very best. He will be greatly missed .❤️
My deepest sympathy goes out to you Margaret, Elizabeth, Andrew and all the Rose families. May you all find comfort at this difficult time in your many treasured memories of Sig 💗💗💗
We wish to express our sincere sympathy to Margaret and fsmily following Sig’s death.
Prayers for you and your family Rose.
My sincere condolences. I will remember, with great fondness , my time working with Sig. He had a wonderful sense of humour. What I remember most is his unconditional belief in his students. He was always looking for ‘more’ to provide his kids with the best support.
I was so saddened to hear this news. My thoughts are with the family and my lovely memories, working with such a dedicated teacher , will support my sadness.
Ron and I wish to extend our sincere Condolences to you Margaret, and your families. Sig will be missed by all that knew him. Much love to you.
I will so miss his funny comments and heartfelt wise cracks. Sig was one great guy. RIP my friend. Dan and shelley schmidt
It was such a shock to hear the news, this is such a huge loss to Sig’s family, friends and our community. Sig did so much for so many, he was a great teacher with such patience, dedicated to soccer giving so much time and effort to run the club. Even after retiring he was out helping Andrew at the wrecking yard (we always got such great customer service lol). His will be huge shoes to fill. Margaret and family, you are in our thoughts.
John, Karen, Nicholas and Benjamin
We are so sorry for your loss Dave and family. Our many condolences. Our thoughts are with you all.
Liz and Angus
Our deepest condolences to you Margaret , Elizabeth, Andrew and families . Sig will be missed.
We are truly sorry for your loss. Our deepest condolences to Dave Rose and family.
My condolences to Margaret and the family during this tragic time of loss. May care and love of those around you provide comfort and peace to get you through the days ahead. May he rest in peace.
Our condolences to your family, we have make great memories of Sig And Marg at the soccer park. Thank you for the amazing service that you did for the youth of Dunnville!
Our deepest condolences to your family.
Our sincere condolences to your family.
Our sincere condolences to Margaret, Elizabeth and Andrew and all of the Rose family.
Sincere sympathy to you Rose and your family. My thoughts are with you at this difficult time. You
We are so very sorry for your loss 💗 Our love to the family and the community who loved him so very much.
Sig was such a kind and amazing man. He was the kind of coach that taught lessons that transcend the sport. He taught me to win with class and lose with dignity. He pushed his players to be better in a way that made them take pride in themself, and he did so with no insults, or anger, or toxicity. It may have only been a few short years that he worked directly with me, but he helped to shape me into the man I am today. I know so many of us are truly saddened by this loss and I am so sorry for this great loss to the Rose family. He was truly a great man.
Sending my deepest sympathy and condolences to your family during this difficult time. I’ll always remember Sig’s genuine kind and caring heart. I had the absolute pleasure of working in the classroom across the hall from Sig at Fairview Avenue Public School during the first year of my teaching career. He was such a fantastic role model for many lucky people of all ages and his legacy in so many capacities will live on forever. Know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. Take care.
Margaret and family we are so very sorry for your loss of Sig. Our hearts and prayers go out to you and your family at this very sad time.
To Margaret and Family,
I was so saddened to read of the sudden passing of Sig. How well I know what it is like to loose a spouse so suddenly, we are just not programmed for this. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Call me anytime if you want to chat.
Our deepest Condolences to Margaret and the entire Rose family! Sig was a Great Friend and Great Man ! He will be Missed by many for All he has done for the Soccer Community and everyone he ever met ! R.I.P. SIG !!
Margret
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this most saddest of times. We were both shocked and sorry to hear of Sigs sudden passing.
We are thinking of you all and especially your new little grand daughter.
Don & Patrice Melick.
Our deepest condolences to the entire family xo
Condolences to the family.
Margaret, Elizabeth (Kevin), and Andrew (Cyndi), Steve and I would like to express our condolences to you. Sig was the strength that kept this family connected to one another and the impact he had on us and will never be forgotten. He will be forever loved by us all.
Our deepest sympathy to you Margaret and your family.
So very sorry for your loss, a tremendous man who gave so much to many. Our thoughts are with Sig’s family❤️
Margaret, Elizabeth and Andrew.
Thinking of you all tonight brings tears to my eyes. I am so sorry about Ziggy. He was always there as part of the Dunnville Soccer Club. Quiet and kind. Please accept my heartfelt sympathy.
Pat & Walter
My sincere condolences to the Rose family. I enjoyed working with Sig at Fairview, he was always smiling and touched many lives.
I am so sorry for your loss. Sig will be sadly missed by our close knit community! Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your families. Lynn and Brad
I am lost for words not knowing what to say to ease any pain you and your family must be experiencing at the difficult time.
Sig was such a wonderful person he’ll be truly missed by many family members and friends.
My deepest condolences to you Margaret.
So sorry for your loss Margret, Elizabeth & Andrew. Our sincere condolences to you and the entire Rose family. You both have done so much for Dunnville Soccer.
I wanted to offer my sincere condolences to Margaret and the rest of Rose family.
I first met Sig when he plunked himself down in the desk behind me in Mrs. Brown’s Grade 1 class. We got to know each other during the morning recess and were instant friends. He was a great guy through elementary and high school and continued that reputation as we went our separate ways after graduation.
The contributions he made to the community will always be cherished and remembered. His loss will be felt by all those whose lives he touched.
Thinking of you Margaret and family. So sad and shocked to hear of Sig’s passing. Our sincere condolences.
Deepest sympathy to Margaret and family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
Our sincere sympathy and prayers for you, Margaret and family.
Margaret, we are so so sorry to hear about Sig. As a couple you were both so embedded in the Dunnville community and surely he will be sorely missed. We always enjoyed chatting with you both about community affairs and politics in general and his enthusiasm was always a pleasure to see and share. May your memories bring you comfort and strength, Love Chris and Kevan
I had the privilege of meeting and working alongside Sig in education and was blessed because of it. With thoughts and prayers for the family at this time of loss.
My sincere condolences to the Rose family , but especially to you Margaret . May the Lord Bless his soul . —Stan—
I knew him he was the best teacher and Also he has a personality like nobody else he was kind and make you feel welcome
I’ll miss you mr. rose