David Lee Roose

David Lee Roose, age 84, of Cadillac, Michigan, went to be with his loving Savior, April 20, 2026. David was born on September 17, 1942, in Marion, Indiana, to Walter and Genevieve Roose. He was raised in a pastor’s home, where his foundation of faith was firmly established at an early age. As a young boy, David developed a deep love for God’s creation, spending much of his time in nature hunting and exploring the outdoors. At the age of 16, David accepted Christ as his personal Savior, a decision that would shape the course of his life. God called him into ministry, and David answered that call by attending Kentucky Mountain Bible Institute and Marion College. While in college, he met the love of his life, Cullann. They were married for 62 years and were blessed with two children, Nancee and Paul. David faithfully served as a pastor in Wesleyan churches in Indiana and Michigan for 12 years. In 1978, he joined Temple Hill Baptist Church, where he spent many years ministering, serving, and investing in the lives of others. Along with his passion for sharing the Gospel, David had a deep love for bowhunting. He brought these two passions together when he founded Christian Bowhunters of America, a ministry that allowed him to reach others for Christ through the outdoors. David also served as chaplain for the Michigan Bowhunters Association, among many other roles, and was instrumental in establishing Fred Bear Day, where he faithfully provided the annual invocation. In addition to his ministry work, David was a residential builder for many years. He lived a life centered on faith, family, and the outdoors—spending countless hours camping, fishing, and bowhunting. These passions, along with his love for Jesus, were joyfully passed down to his children, grandchildren, great grandchildren, and many friends. David is survived by his son, Paul (Jenna) Roose; his siblings Joe (Charlene) Roose, Julie (John) Buller, and Paul (Linda) Roose; his grandchildren Brittanee (Chad) Beerens, Triston (Bekah) Wilson, Hannah Roose, Isabella Roose, and Zinna Roose; and his great-grandchildren Layne, Aubree, Bradey, Lucas, and Daniel. David was preceded in death by his parents, beloved wife and his daughter all of whom he has now joyfully joined in heaven. Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, April 29, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. at Temple Hill Baptist Church, with visitation beginning at 10:00 a.m. Burial will be at Maple Hill Cemetery in Leroy, Michigan. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Christian Bowhunters of America. An online guestbook is available at www.petersonfh.com.

David Lee Roose

September 17, 1942 - April 20, 2026