Timothy “Tim” Rose

Timothy “Tim” Rose, 50, of Taylor passed away Wednesday, February 21, 2024, surrounded by family and friends at his home.

Tim was born January 8, 1974, to Gerald and Anna (Dow) Ross. Anna was later remarried to Bill Rose, who adopted Tim. They divorced and Anna married Randy Joten in 1979. Tim graduated from Blair-Taylor High School and continued his education at WTC to obtain certification for welding. He married Michelle Nerison, though they later divorced. He joined the Taylor Fire Department in 1992 and became Fire Chief in 2014. Tim was also part of the First Responders since August of 2022.

Timothy owned and operated Tim Rose Trucking and hauled milk for Organic Valley for the last 10 years. Tim was on the JC Dive team. He enjoyed hunting and fishing and riding his motorcycle when not working. Some of his fondest memories were fighting forest fires in the western United States and scuba diving in Cozumel, Mexico.

Tim is survived by his daughters: Alexis (Charles) and Maya (Longmay); stepfather, Randy Joten; siblings: Melissa (Dave), Michelle (Trevor), Jessica (Zach), Randy (Melissa); nieces and nephews: Arryanna (Derek), Kasey (Reese), Lincoln; grandfather, John Joten; along with many other family members.

Tim was preceded in death by his mother, Ann; nephew, Devin; grandparents, Joyce Joten, Gail & Rosella Ross, Loren Dow; and Lucille Yahke.

The Celebration of Life Memorial Service for Tim will be held Saturday, March 9, 2024, at 12:00 p.m., at Old High School in Taylor. A visitation will be held from 10:00 a.m. until the time of service on Saturday.

Jensen-Modjeski Funeral Home of Hixton, WI is assisting the family with arrangements.