Stephen W. Rose, 76, died on Sunday morning, August 2, at his home in Edgartown. He was the husband of Kathleen F. (Nolan) Rose and father of Sheila Rose Whitman and Adam Rose and grandfather of Lyla and Ethan Rose. He was also the brother of Ernestine Kinnecom and Ronald Rose.

A memorial service will be held at a later date and a complete obituary will appear at the time. Donations in his memory may be made to the Animal Shelter, PO Box 1829, Edgartown, MA 02539. Arrangements are under the care of the Chapman, Cole and Gleason Funeral Home, Oak Bluffs. Visit ccgfuneralhome.com for online guest book and information.