Mrs. Myrtle Mae Rose

ROCKY MOUNT – Myrtle Mae Winstead Rose, age 96, passed away on Saturday, February 22, 2025. Born in Wilson County, NC on August 12, 1928, she was the daughter of the late William Arthur Winstead and Ella Lou Viverette Winstead. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Ralph Columbus Rose; her sisters, Gertie Mae Winstead Lewis, Agnes Estelle Winstead Matthews, and Doris Nell Winstead Whitehead; and her brothers, Elijah Neet Winstead, Earnest Winstead, Frank Charles Winstead Sr., and Randolph “Randy” Winstead.

Myrtle is survived by her son, Kenneth Wayne “Kenny” Rose; and many nieces, nephews, cousins, extended family members, and dearest friends.

A Graveside Service to celebrate Myrtle’s life will be held on Thursday, February 27, 2025, at 2:00 PM at Rocky Mount Memorial Park, 4454 Dortches Blvd., Rocky Mount, NC 27804. Visitation with the family will be following the service at Rocky Mount Memorial Park.

Arrangements entrusted to Wheeler & Woodlief Funeral Home & Cremation Services, 1130 N. Winstead Avenue, Rocky Mount, NC 27804. You may share memories and condolences with the family by visiting www.wheelerwoodlief.com.