death of DL pilot CDR Gregory Joseph Rose, USN (Ret.), age 73

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~ IN MEMORY ~

DL pilot Commander Gregory Joseph Rose, USN (Ret.)

January 14, 1952  -  December 16, 2025

 

Gregory is survived by his wife Patricia, and by his son and daughter-in-law, and by his grandchildren.  To the best of my knowledge Gregory had most recently resided in Virginia: 9541 28th Bay St, Norfolk, VA 23518.

 

PCN memorial site https://pcnflightwest.blogspot.com/2025/12/dl-pilot-cdr-gregory-joseph-rose-usn-ret.html 

 

Condolences may be shared online at https://www.hollomon-brown.com/obituaries/CDR-Gregory-Joseph-Rose-USN-Ret?obId=46739182    also https://www.legacy.com/us/obituaries/name/cdr-gregory-joseph-rose-obituary?id=60321885

Cdr Gregory Joseph Rose Obituary

Commander Gregory Joseph Rose, USN (Ret.), passed away on December 16, 2025.
After graduating from the United States Naval Academy in 1973, Greg continued his education at the California Institute of Technology, where he earned a master's degree in aeronautical engineering in 1974 while studying on a Guggenheim Scholarship. He went on to serve as a distinguished naval aviator, flying the F-4 Phantom II and F-14 Tomcat with VF-33, the Tarsiers. Greg was a graduate of both the U.S. Navy Fighter Weapons School (TOPGUN) and the U.S. Naval Test Pilot School, from which he graduated in 1980.
Following his military service, Greg spent a brief time as a test pilot with Northrop Grumman before beginning a second career as a pilot with Delta Air Lines.
Beyond his professional achievements, Greg was a devoted husband and a loving, proud father. He cared deeply about the communities in which he lived and generously gave his time and talents to improve them. He was passionate about his work with Habitat for Humanity, where he devoted many hours to building and improving homes for others. A passionate golfer, Greg spent many years enjoying and refining his game.
Greg is survived by his wife, Patricia; his son and daughter-in-law, Commander Scott Rose and Commander Kallie Rose; his grandchildren, Liam and Beth; and his brother, Gary.
He will be deeply missed and forever loved.