Nicholas Rossi

1920 - 2018

Nicholas Rossi obituary, 1920-2018, San Antonio, TX

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Nicholas Rossi Obituary

July 6, 2018
Nicholas Rossi was called to his heavenly home on July 6, 2018. His lifelong career in music began just before WWII. Having performed with the National Air Force, Air Force Academy, and NORAD bands, Nick retired from the U.S.A.F. as Master Sergeant in 1962. After earning his master's degree from University of Colorado, his work included: freelancing in California, teaching music in Colorado public schools, coordinator for Arts and Humanities at Colorado College, principal trombonist and personnel manager of San Antonio Symphony (1969-92). In retirement, he continued playing trombone with Roaring Twenties Dance Band and in church worship services. His favorite performances were of playing beautiful, old, favorite tunes to appreciative audiences until age 84.

A visitation will be held on July 13th at 1:30 at Mount Calvary Lutheran Church in San Antonio, followed by a celebration of Christ in his life at 2:00. Internment will take place at Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery, Pavilion 2 at 11:15 July 17th.

He is survived by his wife of 49 years, Jane, their daughter, Nina (William) with four grandchildren in Wyoming, and his two sons, Nicholas (Mary) and William (Serenity) Rossi in Colorado.

Published by San Antonio Express-News on Jul. 12, 2018.
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I am so sorry to read this notice. I had the pleasure of working with Nick on many occasions, what a nice guy, always happy and helpful. I hope that his memories can give you comfort during this time.

Tom Barnes

July 13, 2018

To Jane and family. Our sincere sympathy to you all, in the loss of your dear Nicholas.
It must be with great pride to have shared his successes in his accomplishments, and both of you being so talented.
I will always remember his playing with the symphony and especially so very thankful and appreciative of your patience in teaching Larry when he was in High School. His love of music continues to this day.

Jane may you find peace and may God bless you and your family. You are all remembered with fondness.
Betty Ludwig and Larry Ludwig, San Antonio.

Betty Ludwig

July 12, 2018

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Visitation

1:30 p.m.

Mount Calvary Lutheran Church

San Antonio, TX

Jul

13

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2:00 p.m.

TX

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17

Interment

11:15 a.m.

Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery, Pavilion 2

TX

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1701 Austin Highway, San Antonio, TX 78218

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