Rose Johnson Nasser

IN MEMORY OF: Rose Johnson Nasser Serving Location: CRAIN FUNERAL HOME – CAIRO 4815 Sycamore Street, Cairo, Illinois Rose Johnson Nasser, 101, passed away on Tuesday, June 2, 2026, at her home in Cairo, surrounded by her loving family. Rose was born July 24, 1924, in Cairo, daughter of the late Alex and Mary Farah Johnson. She and her husband owned and operated Hi-Way Handy Grocery Store for many years in Cairo until his death in 1964. She continued to run the grocery store until 1975, at which time she went to work for the State of Illinois at the Department of Public Aid Office in Cairo. Rose was affectionally known to all her nieces, nephews and friends of her children for many years as the loving, sweet and fun "Aunt Rosie". She loved reading, cooking and baking for her family and she will long be remembered for the pies she made for holidays and special occasions. Rose loved her family deeply and dedicated her life to her children. She was an active member of the Cairo Historical Association and the Ladies American Legion Auxiliary for many years. Rose was a very active and faithful longtime member of the First Presbyterian Church of Cairo where she served in many capacities throughout the years. In February 1953, she married Charles Nasser, Jr. who preceded her in death. Survivors include: two daughters and one son-in law, Carla Bell of Sikeston, MO and Pam (Darrell) Hoppe and one son, George Nasser all of Cairo; one brother and sister-in-law George (Kay) Johnson of Cairo and one grandchild, Derek Hoppe of Louisville, Ky. Nieces, Mary Kay Krouskos of Largo, FL and Julie Mason of Tamms, IL; Nephews John Guetterman of Cape Girardeau, MO., Jack Guetterman, Jr. of Cairo and George Johnson, Jr of Simpson, IL., Dr. Johnny Johnson, Jr. and Dr. Alex Johnson of Florida. In addition, several great nieces and great nephews survive. In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by one son, Charles Nasser Ill and one daughter, Deborah Rose; three sisters, Alice Johnson, Sara Guetterman, Dorothy Johnson and two brothers, Johnny Johnson, Sr. and Alex Johnson, Jr., sister-in law Rachel Johnson and brother-in-law Jack Guetterman. A Private Graveside service will be held with Rev. Larry Potts officiating. In lieu of flowers, the family request memorials be made to: St. Jude Children's Hospital (501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN. 38105) or Cairo Magnolia Manor (2700 Washington Avenue, Cairo, IL. 62914). Crain Funeral Home in Cairo is in charge of arrangements.

Rose Johnson Nasser

July 24, 1924 - June 2, 2026