Rose Hugh Aitkens
Aitkens, Rose Hugh “R.H.” Age 67, of Flint, Michigan, passed away on Friday, June 5, 2026, at McLaren Flint.
In accordance with his wishes, cremation has taken place. A Celebration of Life will be held at 12:30 p.m. on Thursday, June 11, 2026, at Detroit Cremation Society, 8253 South Saginaw Street, Grand Blanc, Michigan. Pastor Jim Harvey will officiate. Family will be present to receive friends from 10:30 a.m. until the time of service at 12:30 p.m.
R.H. enjoyed fishing, camping, working on cars, and spending time with family and friends. He found joy in the simple things and valued the time spent with those he loved.
R.H. was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Carolyn Aitkens, in 1987; his father, Samuel Hugh Aitkens, in 1984; and his mother, Anita “Rose” Aitkens, in 2000.
He is survived by his four children: Amanda (Ryan) Coffman and their son; Jason (Mandy) Aitkens, along with their three children and two grandchildren; Stephanie (Jeff) Baker, along with their five children and one grandchild; and Victoria Aitkens and her two children. He is also survived by his brothers, David (Theresa) Aitkens and Johnny Aitkens.
Those wishing to honor R.H.’s memory may send flowers or make memorial contributions to Ryan and Amanda Coffman, his son-in-law and daughter, to assist with memorial expenses. Envelopes will be available at the service.
Expressions of sympathy may be shared with the family on Rose’s tribute wall at detroitcremationsociety.com
R.H.’s obituary was written by his loving family.
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Our thoughts and prayers are with his family and friends durning this difficult time. R.H was a good person. Many of visits with him and his family when they came to Arkansas.
Cortez Aitkens and Family
May you RIP grandpa.
I’m sorry I wasn’t there for your last breath it.
I won’t be able to attend and it’s not your fault, it’s the family but I will forever honor your memory.
I’ll see you again in another life.
You were loved by many people!
He was a good man he help everyone your going to be miss alot rest in peace
I’ve known you from a young boy as R.H. You were always present in John and Denise’s family functions. You were a constant presence in John’s garage looking under the hood with him by his side. R.H Juan said to convey from him his condolences to you and all your family. You leave a huge hole in their family