Support is pouring in for the family of Officer David Rose, the DeKalb County officer killed in the line of duty on Aug. 8. A verified GoFundMe, created by his wife, has already brought in nearly $150,000 to help his loved ones navigate the days ahead.
💙 Why It Matters: In moments like this, neighbors want to help but need to know how to do it safely. This is the family’s only official GoFundMe, and the money goes directly to Officer Rose’s loved ones.
🔔 What’s New: The fundraiser, organized by Mrs. Rose, is moving fast as residents, colleagues and strangers chip in.
- Total raised: Nearly $150,000, per the GoFundMe page
- Purpose: Immediate support for the Rose family as they grieve and plan for the future
📌 Catch Up: We’ve reported on the shooting that claimed Officer Rose’s life. The campaign frames who he was beyond the badge: “a loving father, a devoted husband, a cherished brother, and a loyal friend,” with “kindness, courage, and unwavering commitment to his family and community,” according to the GoFundMe.
🤝 How You Can Help: Donate or share the campaign to widen its reach.
- The family asks the community to “stand beside the Rose Family just as David stood beside all of us.”
🌟 The Big Picture: These drives do more than cover bills and services. They buy time—time for families to grieve without the meter running, and space for a community to honor service with support instead of just words.
The Sources:
- GoFundMe, Georgia Sun archives.
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B.T. Clark
B.T. Clark is an award-winning journalist and the Publisher of The Georgia Sun. He has 25 years of experience in journalism and served as Managing Editor of Neighbor Newspapers in metro Atlanta for 15 years and Digital Director at Times-Journal Inc. for 8 years. His work has appeared in several newspapers throughout the state including Neighbor Newspapers, The Cherokee Tribune and The Marietta Daily Journal. He is a Georgia native and a fifth-generation Georgian.
