Mr. Loyd W. Rose Jr. and Family in memory of his wife Barbara Rose

This Fund was initially established by Mr. Loyd W. Rose jr. in memory of Barbara Rose, his loving wife of 71 years. Barbara grew up in Dallas, N.C. and dreamed of becoming a nurse. But, after high school graduation, she was needed in the family business. However, she had two younger sisters and she encouraged both to pursue nursing school. Both sisters graduated from hospital nursing programs and enjoyed long careers in the nursing field. Barbara was active at First United Methodist Church in Gastonia, N.C. for over 50 years. She was active in her children’s schools and was always interested in making Gaston County a better place for her entire life of 91 years. As a devoted wife, home maker and community member, Barbara demonstrated the core competencies of a nurse: caring, integrity, diversity and excellence.