John E. Rozance

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John Rozance Obituary

John E. Rozance Feb. 2, 1921 - Feb. 28, 2011 Resident of El Cerrito John E. Rozance, of El Cerrito, passed away on Monday, February 28, 2011 at Kaiser in Richmond. He was 90 years old. He will be remembered for his love and devotion to his family, his kindness to all, and his gentle nature. Mr. Rozance was born in Cleveland, Ohio, where he met and later married the love of his life, and wife of 66 years, Vida. He proudly graduated from John Carroll University in Ohio, and eventually went on to earn his Masters Degree in Education from UC Berkeley. He worked as an elementary school teacher and principal within the Berkeley Unified School District for 35 years, beginning his career at Thousand Oaks school, and finishing with the Berkeley Head Start program. A lifetime member of the Cal Alumni Assn, Mr. Rozance was an avid sports enthusiast and Cal fan. He also enjoyed 15 summers as camp director at Berkeley Echo Lake Camp. He served our country during WWII as a Lieutenant in the US Navy. Survived by his adoring wife Vida; son and daughter-in-law, Jack and Nancy Rozance, daughter and son-in-law, Marybeth and Lance Kolding; grandchildren Paul, Eric, John, and Mary Ann Rozance, Sophie and Mark Kolding; and great-grandchildren, Maggie, Eleanor and Charlie Birchler-Rozance. He was preceded in death by his beloved son Mark Rozance, and sister Mary Sommers. Funeral Service Tuesday, March 8, 2011 at 11:00 am at Sunset View Mortuary, top of Fairmount Avenue, El Cerrito, with interment to follow at Sunset View Cemetery (510-525-5111). Memorial donations may be made to the UC Regents-Mark Rozance Memorial Fellowship, c/o Kolding at 8617 Don Carol Drive - El Cerrito, CA 94530. Sunset View Mortuary (510) 525-5111

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Published by Contra Costa Times from Mar. 5 to Mar. 7, 2011.

Memories and Condolences
for John Rozance

9 Entries

Elizabeth Wohletz Rounkle

February 27, 2021

In 1950 I was a new student to Thousand Oaks. In 1951, I had Mr. Rozance for 5th grade. He made learning fun and eased my transition. He was my favorite teacher.
In 1957 and 1958 I worked at Echo Lake Family Camp as a counselor and life guard where Mr. Rozance was camp manager. It was a wonderful experience. I always appreciated his kind, warm, fun-loving and gentle nature.

Vicki Bottari Mc Dill

May 31, 2011

Mr. Rozance was also my fifth grade teacher at T.O. and my favorite. He was a wonderful teacher and a wonderful man. He made a big impression on all of us.

Jason Ting

May 30, 2011

Dear Mr. Rozance. You've done a fine FINE job in raising your son Jack. He was best friend to my Dad, John. Please watch over my Dad in heaven as you did your son on earth. Big hugs to you and we'll all continue to enjoy your touch through Jack.

Lorin B

March 6, 2011

I only know Mr. Rozance through his son Jack. That he raised such a kind and caring son who is the demonstration of love and compassion to his friends, family, parents, and community speaks highly of John Rozance. Job well done John Rozance. Go with God.

Marie Wilkins Bauer Smith

March 6, 2011

Mr. Rozance was my fifth and sixth grade teacher at Thousand Oaks in 1954-56. He was a wonderful teacher who cared deeply for his students. In our class was a developmentally disabled student who was being "mainstreamed", probably a rarity at that time. Mr. Rozance not only was successful with this student, but also taught all of us, through example, to be tolerant and understanding of differences and express kindness to our fellow students, no matter what the circumstances. That early lesson helped me greatly in my own life and career. I was fortunate to be able to tell him so some 40 years later and express my gratitude for what a difference he made in my life. He helped so many of us to lead productive and successful lives.

Elizabeth Wohletz Rounkle

March 5, 2011

What fun Mr. Rozance's 5th grade class at T.O. was. He made learning a pleasure. I was part of the staff at Echo Lake Camp for 2 summers. There were so many memorable moments with the young Rozance family. In recent years, I enjoyed stopping by to say "Hello" on my walk from BART to my mother's house.
Mr. Rozance was a kind and gentle man who touched many lives in a lasting way.

Myrna (Streeter)Marshall

March 5, 2011

Mr. Rozance was also my 5th grade teacher at Thousand Oaks school in Berkeley nearly 60 years ago. He was such a wonderful role model and was always eager to join in at recess and play kickball, or whatever it was we were doing. He became our friend as well as an outstanding teacher. I even remember him being a butcher during the summer at the grocery store down at Colusa Circle in El Cerrito, and he always had a big smile for everyone. Thank you Mr. Rozance for being a very big part of my education and life.

VICKI BOTTARI MC DILL

March 5, 2011

I also had Mr. Rozance for fifth grade at Thousand Oaks the same year. He is one of the teachers that stands out in my memory. He was a wonderful man.

Rob Barnum

March 5, 2011

Mr. Rozance was my fifth grade teacher at Thousand Oaks nearly 60 years ago. He made a lasting impression on me, as a role model and was an outstanding instructor. I feel so fortunate to have been one of his many students. I know he is resting in peace and helping others in another place. Thank you Mr. Rozance for everything. You were truly an exceptional person.

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