Lynda A

Hueston

On January 17, 2026, Lynda A. Rose-Hueston peacefully departed this life at Toledo Hospital

after a courageous three-year journey marked by repeated hospitalizations and serious health

challenges. During this time, Lynda experienced significant physical decline, including severe

weight loss and increasing difficulty walking, breathing, and caring for herself. Yet through

every hardship, she never lost her will to live. Her faith in God remained steadfast and inspiring,

shining brightly until the very end.

Lynda, affectionately known as "Lynn," was born on June 11, 1950, to the union of Richard and

Mattie Lee Rose. She was joyfully welcomed by her older sister, Mildred, and brother, Troy, who

showered her with love—something Lynn both cherished and confidently demanded whenever

she entered a room. She later became one of six siblings, each of whom held a special place in

her heart.

Recognized by educators as highly intelligent, Lynn demonstrated this brilliance throughout her

life in the pursuits she deemed important. Perhaps because of—or in spite of—this intelligence,

her life unfolded with many twists and turns, true to her Gemini spirit.

Lynn began her professional journey as a nursing student at Mary Manse College but surprised

many when she accepted employment at General Motors' Chevrolet Plant. She dedicated 30

years of service there and retired at the young age of 49, on March 01, 2000.

An avid bowler, Lynn was an above-average competitor who played on several bowling teams

for more than 20 years, finding joy, challenge, and camaraderie in the sport.

Lynn's spiritual journey began in childhood. She was a member of Eastern Star Missionary

Baptist Church from a young age through much of her adult life. Later, in obedience to God's

leading, she joined her sister Mildred and other family members at Glass City Church of Christ,

where she remained a member until her passing.

A true overcomer, Lynn defeated cancer four times—three battles with breast cancer and a later

battle with lung cancer approximately four years ago. Through these trials, her faith deepened

and became a source of strength and encouragement to others facing similar battles. She stood as

a role model of perseverance, resilience, and unwavering trust in God.

Lynn was married twice. She married Michael T. Gregory at the age of 18, and from that union

was born her only child, Michael T. Gregory Jr.; the marriage ended after nearly ten years. In

1986, she married Lionel Hueston, and that marriage also ended after a few years.

Though she spent most of her life rooted in Toledo, Ohio, Lynn embraced a season of change in

2008 when she relocated to Columbia, South Carolina. That period became a very meaningful

and life-changing chapter. Following God's guidance, she returned to Toledo in 2014, reuniting

with the community and loved ones who knew her best.

Lynn was preceded in death by her beloved son, Michael T. Gregory Jr. (due to a hospital error);

her father, Richard Rose; her mother, Mattie Rose-Long; sisters Mildred Cathey and Diane Rose-

Butts; brother Troy Jackson; grandmother Rosie Cosper, and, nieces Roxanne Cathey, Roslyn

Cathey, and Rosalie Cathey.

She leaves to cherish her memory her brother Leonard Rose "pretend twin" (Jamilah Rose);

sister Cynthia Rose-Thomas (John Thomas Jr.); a host of nieces, nephews, great-nieces, great-

nephews; numerous cousins; and many dear friends with whom she shared meaningful and

lasting relationships. Special mention is given to Bonus Nephew Greg Miller, of Atlanta GA.,

and cousin Troy Smith, with whom she shared her home for the past ten years.

Lynda A. Rose-Hueston will be deeply missed and lovingly remembered by all whose lives