Diana Rose

Diana Rose, a beacon of knowledge and warmth, departed this world on February 3, 2024, leaving behind an indelible legacy of love, wisdom, and cherished memories.
Born on October 14, 1942, in Carpenter, Kentucky,
Diana’s life echoed the quiet serenity of her favorite novels. As a beloved librarian at Whitley County High School, she tirelessly worked to ignite the spark of knowledge in countless students. She believed that every individual had a story to tell, and she helped many to find their voices through the enchanting world of books.
As a wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, her love story was one for the ages, full of laughter, tears, triumphs, and cherished moments spent in the company of her loved ones.
Diana’s legacy continues to shine through her daughters, Margie Stewart and Jeanne Greek, along with their husbands, JC Stewart and Mike Greek. Her grandchildren, Spencer Brown (Deonda), Keylee Brown, Addison Greek and Casey Stewart, will fondly remember her gentle wisdom and endless love. Diana was also a proud great-grandmother to Makynzi, Makynli, Paislee, Harper, and Tripp. Her sisters, Dolores Lawson (Ilas) and Nina Gail (A.T. Simmons), will forever cherish the bond of sisterhood they shared. Many nieces and nephews and a host of other family and friends to mourn her passing.
Diana was reunited in death with her parents, William and Jeanette Davis; her loving husband, Clyde Rose; her brother, Bobby Davis; sister, Alma Vaughn; brother-in-law, Robert Vaughn; and niece Vickie Stephens.
Family and friends are invited to pay their respects at the visitation on Monday, February 12, at 6:00 pm at the Croley Funeral Home, located at 103 South 2nd Street, Williamsburg, Kentucky.
The funeral service will be held on Tuesday, February 13, at 11:00 am.
Diana will be laid to rest at the Rose Family Cemetery, Lot Mud Creek Road, Williamsburg, Kentucky.
Diana’s memory will continue to inspire, guide, and comfort those she left behind. We encourage everyone to share their cherished memories, photos, and stories of Diana on her memorial page. In these shared moments, we can find comfort, celebrate Diana’s life, and keep her spirit alive in our hearts.
Croley Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.