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Rossi L. Cofield

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Francis J. Collins Funeral Home, Inc. - Silver Spring

500 University Blvd. West

Silver Spring, Maryland

Rossi Cofield Obituary

ROSSI L. COFIELD
On Tuesday, October 18, 2011. Beloved husband of Eva M. Cofield; father of Rossi D. Cofield; brother of Marian Daniels and Mary McLean. Also survived by a host of relatives and friends. Relatives and friends may call at Collins Funeral Home, 500 University Boulevard, West, Silver Spring, MD, (Valet Parking), Monday 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. and at Viers Mill Baptist Church, 12221 Veirs Mill Road, Silver Spring, MD on Tuesday, October 25, 2011 from 10 to 11 a.m. with funeral service at 11 a.m. Interment private.www.COLLINSFUNERALHOME. com

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Published by The Washington Post on Oct. 23, 2011.

Memories and Condolences
for Rossi Cofield

25 Entries

hilda crittenden

October 17, 2020

gone but not forgotten, will always love you.

C. GREEN

October 25, 2019

The Light of your Legacy still shines ever-so- brightly, kind Sir . .

~Selah~

Julio Mendoza

November 3, 2011

I met Mr. Cofield at the Gym. What a soul? Incredible individual and was convincing me to go parachuting. He was always singing and listening to music. I found out today about the departure from his body. I extend my deepest sympathies to family and friends.

November 1, 2011

What a kind soul and genteel spirit... May you forever rest in peace. I extend my deepest sympathies to Mr. Cofield's family and friends.

Peace be still,

Cynthia Green

The Ferro's

October 31, 2011

Ms. Eva,

Our prayers are with you and your family.

Tania Castro

October 31, 2011

Mrs. Eva Cofield, may God comfort you and your family. Mr. Rossi Cofield left an ongoing legacy here in Jesus' name for God's glory, especially his family, and led many, many who were lost to Christ. Per God, his reward is great in heaven. Daniela and I give our condolences to you and your family in this time of separation and sorrow.

Jim Bort

October 30, 2011

Rossi and I worked together on the same districts at Safeway over the years, and came up at the same time as assistant managers and then store managers. He was always a calming influence, even during the most difficult times. He accepted the toughest assignments without complaining and would go out of his way to help anyone in need, either personally or professionally. After we retired, we would talk weekly at Bally's during our workouts and share a good laugh or two about the days in the grocery business. Rossi was loved and respected by everyone at Bally's as much as he was at Safeway. He was a good friend to all. Prayers and best wishes to the family.

Natherine Bagley

October 29, 2011

Mrs. Cofield and Family...

Expressing heartfely sympathy you on the passing of Mr. Cofield.

It certainly came as a complete shock to me. Upon hearing the news, I found myself in a state of reflecting back to my arrival at Safeway Store 1177. At that point in my career the Safeway journey have dealt its share of ups and downs, but it was at that store that I realized that there was a humanistic side to the madness. It was found in Mr. Cofield.

He made me feel as if I had been a part of his team. I felt truly at home. His professional way of managing his store was very impressive. He took the time with his employees, imparting in them the importance of making 1177 a success. He was the best store manager I have worked under and I will forever miss him.

I am grateful that you and Mr. Cofield came to my retirement celebration and those memories will always be etched in my heart. Thank you for sharing your husband with us all those years. I am grateful.

As your days become weeks and weeks become months and months, years, I pray that the peace of God which passes all understanding will keep your heart and mind through Jesus Christ our Lord.

His memory lives on in the hearts of all who knew him. God bless you.

Natherine Bagley
Deli Employee (Retired)
Safeway #1177

October 26, 2011

Ballys Rockville will not be the same without out our friend.

October 25, 2011

Eva & Rossie, So sorry for your loss. We were unable to attend, but his cousins in Poughkeepsie NY all wish to extend our heartfelt sympathy to the family. Love to both. Hilda(branch) Crittenden and Family

Angela Cofield

October 24, 2011

You will be missed Uncle Rock. Love you always Bonnie.

Darlene Thomas+ Family

October 24, 2011

I will miss Mr. Cofeild he was a wonderful boss who cared about his employees at 1177 Safeway . Even after he retired he still kepted in touch with his employees.

Gary Riordan

October 24, 2011

To Family and Friends of Rossi L. Cofield
What Rock will always mean to me:
I first met Rock when I was 5 years old. He had just left the military and walked into my house for the first time. He was in full military uniform. He seemed bigger than life at the time and proved it to me over and over again over the years. You see, I had lost my father at the tinder age of 9 months and had always looked for a role model to act as a surrogate father. Rock was my role model and what a role model he was.
Rock took me under his belt in so many ways, always quietly and effortlessly. He used to walk five miles to pick up a pizza for us and never broke a sweat. Always happy, always strong. He took me to my first baseball game at RFK stadium where I saw my beloved Senators play. I remember walking out of the walkway into the most beautiful sight I had seen in my life at the time: The Senators: and to see Frank Howard all 6 foot 7 of him, Del Unser, Tim Cullen et. al. This was a dream come true.
Rock married the most important person in my life next to my mother two years later when I was 8. You see, after losing my father, my mother went to work and my two sisters and I were very fortunate to have Eva as a surrogate mother. I was two years old when Eva honored us by helping out our family. How fortunate: very, very fortunate we all were. Eva raised me while my mother worked, and for the next six years, I had two mothers and Rock, my role model.
When Rock joined Safeway he used to bring the most beautiful cuts of meat into our house to eat. Oh, how I remember those special days when he cooked up a sirloin steak.

Eva and Rock married when I was seven and I remember it as if it was yesterday. Two beautiful people in body and soul committing to one another forever. I remember that day so vividly—that after 45 years of marriage it seemed like it was only yesterday for them and for me.
They moved out when I was 8, and for me that day was one of the hardest days of my life. You see for me, it was my mother and father moving out. I missed them so much. I came to realize later, that they were not leaving my life, they would remain an integral part of my life—even when I created more problems then one should have to deal with. After all, I was a boy and boys sometimes make dumb decisions.
When I was 12 my mother took a long needed vacation and I was fortunate to have Eva and Rock in the house—for me it was having mom and dad back. During their stay, I found a cigarette lighter in the neighborhood and used it to locate some cat treats that had somehow found their way under the couch. Oh yes, I did actually light the sofa on fire and after screeming for help, Rock came running into the living room, picked up the sofa, turned it over and doused the flames with water that Eva had given to him. Oh yes, he saved our house, oh yes he saved our lives and oh yes he saved me. I just wished he could have saved me from my mom when she got home.
Bigger than life—yes, that was Rock. Bigger than life.
When Rossie Jr. was born, I had the fortune to hold him and realize what their love had brought them. A wonderful son, so similar to Rock and Eva. They loved that baby so much, they were such proud parents. They were glowing because they were so happy.
Eva and Rock went throughout their lives as professionals in their respective fields—they were perfectionists and their employees were lucky to have them. Loyal, bright, hard working and professional were their attributes. Of course their employers promoted them, and loved them. They were role models and for a young kid without a father-you betcha they were role models of the highest caliber.
Throughout the years, my sisters and I eventually grew up and married. Always, the first invitees to our weddings were Eva and Rock. We never forgot the love we shared and Rock and Eva never forgot either.
I bought my first house shortly before my son was born. I was 28 at the time. Who did I call, Eva. Why, I called Eva because I needed help and really did not know what to do. Eva was working at Calwall Banker and had become a very successful realtor. Rock had grown through the ranks of Safeway and climbed very high in the ranks. Hard work, dedication, smarts and of course gentle but professional acumen allowed them to achieve their goals. Eva helped me found the perfect house and then helped me to close on the house and made buying a house the nicest experience. It was so nice to see the two of them again. Eva and Rock again made me feel special. They were so proud of me for being able to buy a house, and support my son.
Shortly, after buying this house, my wife and I separated, and we sold this house. Again, who did I call, Eva. Why: I needed Eva and Rock again. Yes, Eva and Rock did help me sell my house, but what I really needed was their support. Always supportive, they gently guided me to happiness. Their model marriage did not sink in at that time, but their vision of what a marriage should be has stayed with me always.
I raised my son by myself, and really called on their lessons of hard work and pride while trying to juggle, a son and work. While, I was never as good as they are at this, I have spent a lifetime trying to be better than I am. To be as good as my role models. To make them proud of me.
I married last year to a wonderful woman, after 23 years of being single. In many ways, Eva and Rocks wonderful marriage was my model and I would not again settle for less. Again, who was the first persons on my list to attend my wedding: Eva and Rock. Ashley and I currently live in San Diego, California, but we married in DC really because I wanted my family to be there. I wanted to see Eva and Rock.
Rock: oh you are so missed by me and my family. What you have given to me, to my sisters, to my mother, we could never describe fully, for there are no words for what you mean to us: suffice it to say that I am who I am in many ways because of you. I learned so much from you, some simple concepts like being nice, work hard, don’t give up even when things are difficult. I am still learning and still remembering the quiet lessons you gave me. Thank you so much for your love, caring and understanding.
We miss you so much. God bless you and your family.

Jim Stone

October 24, 2011

Eva and family.
I have many fond memories of the days we worked together. I valued his friendship more than you will ever know.
God bless!

Joanna Gomes-Haddocks

October 24, 2011

My deepest and heartfelt condolences to Eva & Rossi for the loss your beloved Mr. Rossi Cofield. May the lord give you the strength at this time of sorrow. God bless you! Joanna Gomes Haddocks

Celestine Murphy Greer

October 24, 2011

To the Cofield family,

I was so sorry to hear of your loss, Mr. Cofield was my manager at Safeway, He was a very Kind and Respectable person. I will remember his smile and kindness, he will be truly missed.

God Bless you and your family,

Jeannie Williams

October 24, 2011

My deepest sympathy about the loss of Rossi; he was a very kind and gentle man. He will be dearly missed, our prayers are with you and may the lord give you strength. Jeannie & Isaiah Williams

Judith Naugle

October 24, 2011

To the family of Rossi Cofield

My step-mother (Frances Pulliam) and I wish to extend our deepest sympathy to the family. I first met Mr. Cofield when he sang at my Dad's(Thomas Pulliam) funeral. What a wonderful man.

October 24, 2011

I had the pleasure of knowing Rossi for years as a gentleman and one of the finest store managers and people I have ever known. My most heartfelt sympathy to his lovely wife and family. He will be sorely missed by many. A man who reflected God light and love in everything he did. My prayers are with you.

Debbie Lipscomb

Lainey Bernstein

October 23, 2011

My most heartfelt sympathy to all the family. I know Rossi from the gym where we would always share a smile & ask each other how our day was going.
I am so sorry for your loss.
What a sweet man he was. Rossi will not be forgotten.
Rest in peace my Bally's friend.

Joann, Jeanette, Millie, Larry, Poiny & Brenda

October 23, 2011

To our cousin Eva and Family: You have our deepest sympathy. Roc was a kind spirited man and we will miss him. Although we cannot be with you we share in your grief. Our prayers are with you today and always. May God bless you.

Linda & Eddie Berger

October 23, 2011

Our sincere sympathy to you and your family.
The Berger family

Kathleen Anderson

October 23, 2011

My prayers to the Cofield family. Mr. Cofield was not only my manager but my mentor and friend. I will never forget his many words of encouragement.I was privileged to have seen Mr. Cofield recently and as always it was a pleasant encounter. His encouraging words will always be with me.
He will forever be in my heart.

October 23, 2011

Our prayers are with the family. Rossi was such a blessing to so many. He will long be remembered for his love of God and family! Blessings on you Eva
Mary and Ruth Sparks

Denise Sistrunk

October 23, 2011

To the Family of Mr. Rossi L Cofield;
You have my Deepest Sympathy. Mr. Cofield was a upstanding and well respected man. He will truly be missed.
When I first meet him in Safeway, I knew this man was well respected. I hope others who have meet him there remembered his words of encourgement for their endeavors in life as he did. He was truly a good person. May your memories be everlasting.

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