For more than four decades, Rose Souers Wall has been a steady presence in Huntington County’s civic life. Her chosen “hobby” is servant leadership, and her professional identity could best be described as community service. Whenever there has been a need — whether to organize, to mentor, or simply to lend a hand — Rose has been there.

Born and raised in Huntington County, Rose graduated from Huntington North High School in 1976. The community that shaped her values would later benefit from her dedication. In 2010, she was named the Huntington Herald-Press Citizen of the Year, and in 2011, she served as Chief of the Flint Springs Tribe during Heritage Days. These honors recognized what most in Huntington already knew: Rose had become one of the county’s most dependable leaders.

Family has always been central to her life. Rose and her husband, Tom, recently celebrated 50 years of marriage. Together they raised four children and now enjoy 16 grandchildren. Their family farm is a hub of activity, not only for relatives but also for the wider community. Each spring, Huntington County kindergartners visit the farm to learn about livestock and farm life. For many children, it is a first chance to see agriculture up close. The Wall farm is also home to competition Haflinger horses, and in 2010 Rose earned a state championship in the women’s cart class at the Indiana State Fair.

In addition to her community roles, Rose spent years running Wehr Into Flowers, her own floral business. From weddings to funerals to local events, her work served families at meaningful moments in their lives. The business gave her another avenue to build connections and support the community she loves.

Rose’s record of service is extensive, spanning business, education, civic improvement, festivals, and nonprofit organizations. She has been active in the Huntington County Chamber of Commerce, where she supported efforts to grow local business. She worked with the Rotary Club, United Way, and Relay for Life to raise funds for causes that reached far beyond her own circle. Through the Main Street program and Downtown Beautification projects, she has helped keep the city center vibrant. Festivals such as the Forks of the Wabash Pioneer Festival, the 4-H Fair, and Heritage Days have also benefited from her behind-the-scenes efforts. Few community initiatives in recent decades have not been strengthened by her time, energy, or leadership.

Her approach is straightforward. Rose describes her philosophy simply: “I do things when people ask.” In practice, that means she rarely declines a project. She has organized fundraisers, supported nonprofit efforts, and worked with every Huntington mayor since the 1980s. She also has a habit of noticing when others need help. After one community event, for example, she saw only a few people left to clean up. Rather than head home, she stayed to lend a hand. For her, leadership is as much about small actions as it is about large commitments.

Those who know Rose describe her as approachable and encouraging. She is known for mentoring others, especially younger community members who are just beginning to volunteer. She rarely seeks attention for herself, but she has a way of drawing people together and keeping projects moving forward. Her steady presence—and her ever-present smile—have become trademarks of her style.

Her recognitions highlight her service, but Rose measures success differently. She looks at impact — the families supported, the organizations strengthened, and the volunteers who feel encouraged to stay involved. She often organizes benefit events not because she wants her name on a banner, but because she knows they will meet real needs.

Huntington County has changed in many ways since Rose graduated from Huntington North in 1976. New businesses have opened, industries have shifted, and community events have grown. Yet through all those changes, Rose has been a constant. Her influence can be seen in stronger civic organizations, better-attended festivals, and a culture that values working together.

Her story is not about one big achievement but about steady reliability. She has shown that leadership does not require a title or position, only the willingness to step forward when asked. By doing so again and again, she has become one of Huntington County’s most respected citizens.

Known for her approachable, mentoring style, she rarely turns down a request. Rose Wall’s efforts have strengthened Huntington and proven an example for steady, selfless service for coming generations.