Frederick Rossini Obituary

Family-Placed Death Notice

ROSSINI, Frederick FREDERICK ANTHONY ROSSINI Frederick Anthony Rossini, 72, of Athens, GA, died unexpectedly November 15th. Born September 20, 1939 in Washington DC to Frederick Dominic Rossini and Anne Landgraff. He is survived by his loving wife Ann Mahoney; three children: Anthony Joseph (the late Sally Liu), Laura Maria, and Jon Dominic (Paula); grandchildren Matthias Dominic and Andreas Timothy; and first wife and mother of his children, Maria "Tina" Miranda. Fred received his B.S. (Spring Hill College 1962) and his Ph.D. in Physics (UC Berkeley 1968). He served as a faculty member and administrator at UC Berkeley, Georgia Institute of Technology, and George Mason University. At Georgia Tech he served as the Director of the Technology Policy and Assessment Center and the Office of Interdisciplinary Programs before moving to George Mason in 1989 as Vice Provost and then Provost and Executive Vice President for Academic Affairs (1993-1996). A PICMET Fellow, he was a member of Sigma Xi, AAAS, IEEE, and a co-founder of the International Association for Impact Assessment. He authored, edited or co-authored ten books and over 75 articles, primarily in the field of Impact Assessment. Fred contributed in the community as current Treasurer for the Fund for Southern Communities and President of the Board of Citizen Advocacy of Athens-Clarke, as well as teaching meditation in prisons and helping establish Zen Space in Little Five Points. Formerly an active runner, he enjoyed bird watching with his loving wife, Ann. Energetic and avid to learn new things, he was impatient with pretense but willing to invest himself in things he valued, from coaching his children in sports to serving as a visionary organizational leader. A spiritual man, he meditated and studied Buddhist texts. His generosity of spirit was sometimes hidden, but prized by those close to him. People who knew Fred smiled when he laughed and sought his advice. A man of simple tastes, he valued good craftsmanship in all things, and encouraged his children to hold sacred the important things in life and let go of the trappings. There will be a celebration of his life on Saturday December 10th from 2:00-5:00pm in Athens (fredrossin [email protected] for information). Donations can be made in his name to the Fund for Southern Communities or Citizen Advocacy Athens-Clarke.

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Published by Atlanta Journal-Constitution on Nov. 27, 2011.

Memories and Condolences
for Frederick Rossini

15 Entries

Sana Sparks

January 15, 2024

This memory is years late, but heart felt. You were right, Fred. You were very right. You gave us a view of zen I miss. I find Zen robes empty now. But zen is emptiness. Sandra, from McLendon Ave.

JUDITH Anne HORTON

November 21, 2022

I know than my dear friend Ann must miss Fred more than ever. He was a loving, supportive partner, friend and playmate. Such an impressive man! An engineer with heart and soul as well as brains to spare!

Dinner in Athens together - summer 2009

Brad & Andra Parks

January 30, 2012

We will remember Fred fondly and send our sympathies to Ann and the rest of his family. Andra and I were fortunate to spend many incredible evenings with Fred and Ann in Atlanta as we cooked our way through a shared international cookbook. We feel fortunate to have visited Ann and Fred in Athens a couple of summers ago and see the wonderful forested oasis they had found together. We will miss you Fred.

Carol Stangler

December 5, 2011

Sending my deepest sympathy. Fred was such a dear friend during our time together at the Zen Center of Atlanta. His good humor and unique personality will be remembered by all of us whose lives he has touched.

Lesa Hope

December 2, 2011

I remember learning from Fred at the Zen Center in Little 5, and was joyous when I learned he was connected to and ultimately married my good friend Ann. He was reflective, so willing to help, and loved to talk about important things. Ann and family - my heart is hear for you, as you grieve. We loved Fred and are thankful for our time with him. - Lesa Hope

Jean Guard

November 29, 2011

Dear Ann,
Fred was a true lover of mankind and could work with all folks from all walks of life. I learned a lot under his leadership as president of Citizen Advocacy Athens-Clarke. He had amazing patience with everyone and inspired us with his vision and ability to make progress. He will be missed. My thoughts are with you and your family as you transition to life without him.

November 28, 2011

Ann, we are so sorry for your loss. We had such fun birding with you and Fred and miss the trips we used to take together. We are thinking of you and remembering the good times we had.

Sandra Bragg and Marianna Wilson

November 28, 2011

Dear Ann: Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this most difficult time. Fred was such a jewel to the Fund for Southern Communities and we will truly miss him. We will keep in touch with you.

Alice Jenkins and the Fund for Southern Communities

November 27, 2011

Dear Ann,

We are shocked and saddened to hear of Fred's untimely death. I (Judith) wish I could be with you and offer comfort. I can't imagine how hard this must be for you. Let's talk soon. We just learned of this tonight (11/27/11). I'm so sorry.

love,
Judith and Patrick

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Becky Choi

November 27, 2011

Ann, I am sad for your loss. I am glad that I have the chance to meet Fred even if it was only briefly when you two were here. His life is definitely one to be celebrated.

Brittany (Rev. 21:4)

November 27, 2011

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

Al Sheppard

November 27, 2011

This is the loss of a treasured friend and a true visionary.

Mickey and Henry Gillmor/Kahn

November 27, 2011

Oh Ann, we are so sad to read this. Lots of love and hugs,

Mickey and Henry

November 27, 2011

Deepest Sympathy to the Rossini family.

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