04/07/2026
It is with a heavy heart and profound sadness the West Milford Police Department announce the passing of Detective Sergeant Lewis Rose Sr. on Saturday, April 4th 2026.
Detective Sergeant Rose served the Township of West Milford for 21 years, beginning his career in August of 2005. Throughout his career, he served as Patrol Officer, CPR Instructor and Field Training Officer. Upon his promotion to Sergeant, he accepted his new roles as Patrol Supervisor and was Unit Commander of Fi****ms Training, Hostage Negotiations and Honor Guard. He was later assigned to the Detective Bureau as a Detective Sergeant.
Prior to his career in Law Enforcement, Detective Sergeant Rose served his country with pride during Operation Iraqi Freedom as a member of the United States Army. He continued service to his community by joining the Ocean Gate and the Bayville Fire Departments. Later becoming a very active member of Apshawa Fire Company # 1 and Macopin Fire Company #4 in West Milford
Detective Sergeant Rose was a devoted son, husband, father of three sons and a daughter, grandfather, brother, co-worker and friend.
Visitation will be held at Stickle-Soltesz Funeral Home at 187 LaRue Road in Newfound, NJ on Thursday April 9th from 11 am - 3 pm with a memorial service beginning at 2 pm. Final Honors will take place immediately following the service.