This memorial website was created by the Rose family in memory of our loved one, Aaron Patrick Rose.  Born in Australia December 21, 1988 and passed away on July 10, 2008 at a young age of 19.  From a young age he was cheeky, funny and very loving.  He went to St Andrew's Primary School and then later to St James and St Bedes College.  He was still in touch with many of his school friends, and would catch up with them often.  He was always so popular.  Before music became his passion he played many sports.  He tried everything at least once and was good at everything he tried.  He played basketball, competed in swimming, karate and he had recently started lifting weights at the gym. 

He was our beloved son, brother and friend.  Aaron lived life to the fullest and if he was here right now he would be either eating KFC; saying “what are you guys doing?”; working on the latest DJ Roz mix CD or thinking about what kind of ‘AMP’ to put in his car.  He had so many dreams of what type of car he would get in the future.  We miss hearing the sound of his exhaust and the bass of his car as it pulled up in the driveway.  We miss the way he would always want to be the centre of attention.  He always was the centre of attention, he made sure of that!  We miss the way he would always make us laugh.  More than anything, we miss hearing that infectious laugh of his.   

Aaron was loved by everyone, even people he met in passing. We realise now, what lasting impression he has left on those he has come into contact with. He was liked by everyone and loved by his many female fans. The love everyone has shown him since his passing has been overwhelming and clearly shows how much he was loved. He was surely sent by the angels and sadly taken by the angels at such a young age.

Aaron, we know you are looking down on us- please give us the strength to get through life without you. You were such a big presence in all our lives; that cheeky smile, that loud laugh, that handsome face. We will always play your mixes and think of you. DJ Roz you’re famous now! Every day that passes is a day closer to you. We love you and can’t wait to see you again.  We will make sure your music lives on. 

Nicknames – AA, DJ ROZ, AZZA, KNOCTURNAL, AZA, NIITERYDER 

 "A heart of gold stopped beating,
two shining eyes at rest.
God broke our hearts to prove,
He only takes the best."

One cold winter’s day on the 10th of July, 
Aaron, you left us without a goodbye. 
It was the last time we would see you at home, 
It was your fate to be taken by God alone. 
With deep pain and sadness, heavy is my heart, 
I know that I will never see you again. 
Thoughts of you brings tears to my eyes, 
Good memories of you will always remain. 
For the rest of my life , I will never forget, 
The joy you brought us my dear Aaron boy. 
God, please give me the strength to bear 
A life without you, a loss that is so unfair. 

                                                                                     ~ Mum

 Aaron,

I am truly indebted to those friends who spent time with Aaron in his last few months. I would like to meet you all again, when I am stronger.

To all his cousins who spent the last few weeks with him. Thank you. I saw the excitement on his face. He loved you all.

I write to thank all Aaron's friends who have been so loyal to him. Aaron loved all his friends very dearly. There were two things he loved most in his life. He loved his friends and his music.

Aaron touched everyone in a different way. You should remember him for his generousity, kindness, friendship, loyalty and that beautifull smile. Aaron showed us that life is too short. He just walked out the door at 6.00 p.m on July 10th, 2008, and we never saw him again. I never had a chance to hold him and say goodbye. I find life so unfair.

I will try to write a few things about Aaron, as I remember it, and in no particular order.

Aaron was a very friendly boy. As a youngster, he would ride his bike down all the side streets and make friends. I am amazed that he retained every friend from Primary school, High School, friends he met through other contacts, neighbours etc. Surprisingly he still maintained that friendship till the end.

I cannot recall him being upset with anyone. He was always on the phone. He would discharge four cordless phones in one night.

I never figured out why he needed all the phones whilst talking at night. It is only now that I have worked it out. As each phoned died, he would use another. His mobile phone never stopped ringing.

Aaron had a unique talent with music. I learned my music from Aaron. He played all the rap songs which I eventually got to like. I would hear him repeating pieces of music till he got it right. This would go on continuously, and for hours. This was when he was honing his skills in mixing music.

I learned a lot of my computer skills from Aaron. He loved to teach. Aaron loved cars. When he was starting to drive at sixteen, he was already a skilled driver. On his first lesson he drove like a professional. Perhaps it was all those playstation and X - box games he played as a youngster.

I have lost a beautifull boy that I loved dearly. I cannot imagine why this has happened. I miss your loud music and your hugs when we crossed paths in the passage.

I love you my boy.

Dad

Ode To A Life Lost

T’was a life lived to the full
Every heartbeat and pulse
Every sensation of youth
Felt in that mind and body
Which constantly reached out
To the weak and vulnerable
With kindness and love
His innate goodness
Never seeking gain or reward
Only friendship and mateship

His hallowed footsteps
Will no more walk in this land
Of his birth and neither
Will his sweet and thrilling voice
Be heard in the home abroad
A boy who went to visit his friends
Will never journey home

Time, you’re no friend of mine
You will seek to dim the memories
But the heart will be true
And remember the legacy
Of the favoured one
The optimism of youth
The beauty of life and laughter
A life in the sun

In the rich dust of our land
There is a place where he rests forever
Beloved son, brother, grandson and nephew
Of those he left behind
Those who weep for him every day
Til one day they too are dust

                                                                         Aunty Ivy

 God send me an angel from the heavens above
Send me an angel to heal my broken heart from being in love
Cause all I do is cry
God send me an angel to wipe the tears from my eyes

 Happy 20th Birthday Aaron

Family & Friends on your 20th Birthday.......

We love you xoxo

One Year Anniversary...

It's been a year since you left the ones you love.
It's been a year that you've been looking down on us from up above.
It's been a year of constant reminder that you're not here.
It's been a year of memories, sorrow and fear.
It's been a year since that horrible night.
It's been a year from when you walked into the light.
It's been a year where I had to be strong everyday.
It's been a year of unspoken words I need to say.
It's been a year since I had to say goodbye.
Where is the good in goodbye when all I do is cry?
It's been a year that has changed all my days.
It's been a year, and I've grown strong in so many ways.
It's been a year where I know you're in a better place.
It's been a year, and I still haven't forgotten your face.
It's been a year of just imagining what it's like up there.
It's been a year since he took you, it just seems so unfair.
It's been a year, but I know you're doing alright.
It's been a year of only seeing you in my dreams at night.
It's been a year, and I want you to know that I love you,
And no matter how well you knew me I want you to love me, too.

It's been a year.

 10.07.09 

Happy 21st Birthday

We miss you now, our hearts are sore,
As time goes by we miss you more,
Your loving smile, your gentle face,
No one can fill your vacant place.

Your touch, your smile,
Was always so tender,
Today, tomorrow,
We will always remember.

We miss you in so many ways,
We miss the things you used to say,
And when old times we do recall,
It’s then we miss you most of all.

Nothing can ever take away
The love a heart holds dear.
Fond memories linger every day
Remembrance keeps him near.

Looking back with memories,
Upon the path you trod,
We bless the hours we had with you,
And leave the rest with God.

Those we love we never lose,
For always they will be,
Loved, remembered, treasured,
Always in our memory.

Its been two years since you've gone....

Although it feels like its been forever.

We came across this paragraph which was written by Aaron in one of his school workbooks. It was titled....What does life mean to you?

Life has its own meaning to everyone. 
Everyone has their own beliefs and images. 
Sadness is experienced for one to feel happy. 
Disappointment belongs to the motivation to achieve. 
Loneliness displays the sense of belonging. 
Realisation can lead to expectancy. 

                                                           ~ Aaron Rose

Happy 22nd Birthday Aaron!

If tears could wash away our pain,

We would not feel such hurt again,

The heartbreak felt since you've been gone,

We wouldn't wish on anyone,

But today is your birthday,

So we'll have to be brave

And accept God's taken what first he gave.

Three Years and feels like forever...... 

I thought of you with love today
but that is nothing new

I thought about you yesterday

and days before that too,

I think of you in silence

I often speak your name

All I have are memories

and your picture in a frame.

Your memory is my keepsake

with which I'll never part

your spirit lives within me,

forever in my heart.

 Love you Aaron and Miss you heaps Xoxo

Happy 23rd Birthday Aaron

If I knew it would be the last time
that I’d see you fall asleep,
I would tuck you in more tightly
and pray the Lord, your soul to keep.

If I knew it would be the last time
that I’d see you walk out the door,
I would give you a hug and kiss
and call you back for one more.

If I knew it would be the last time
I’d hear your voice lifted up in praise,
I would video tape each action and word,
so I could play them back day after day.

If I knew it would be the last time,
I could spare an extra minute to stop and say “I love you,”
Instead of assuming you would KNOW I do.

Love Mum