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Dennis Rossi Obituary

DENNIS A. ROSSI, 56, died September 22, 2008. He was an International Exploration Geophysicist. Dennis received his BS from Youngstown State in Youngstown, Ohio and his MS from Wright State in Dayton, Ohio. He began his career at Mobil Oil. He worked in oil and gas exploration for many years and in many parts of the world, including stints in Saudi Arabia and Singapore. At the time of his death, he was an employee of Noble Energy. He bravely, graciously and humorously fought his illness for a year and a half after his diagnosis of metastasic Colon Cancer. He loved life and had many friends and hobbies, including model trains, cars, and baseball. Dennis was a wonderful husband, father, son, brother, and friend to many. He was preceded in death by his father, Ernest Rossi. He is survived by his mother, Rose Rossi; wife, Peggi Gilmore-Rossi; daughters, Rosalie Rebecca Rossi and Kathleen Elizabeth Rossi; sister, Mary R. Ference, her husband Dean, and their sons Kevin and Greg, and many other relatives. The funeral service will be at 11:00 A.M., Saturday, September 27, 2008, Ascension Episcopal Church, 2525 Seagler Road, Houston, TX 77042, with the Rev. Dr. Walter L. Ellis officiating. A reception will follow immediately in the Parish Hall. A memorial service will be held in Ellwood City, PA. at a later date. In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to Houston Hospice, 1905 Holcombe Blvd., Houston, TX 77030, MD Anderson Cancer Center, c/o Dr. Steven Curley, PO Box 4486, Houston, TX 77210-4486 or to Ascension Episcopal Church, 2525 Seagler Rd., Houston, TX 77042. The family thanks the doctors, nurses and staff at Memorial Hermann Memorial City, and the staff of Houston Hospice for the wonderful care they provided. Special thanks to Dr. Abramowitz, Dr. Cali, Dr. Rolnick, Dr. Mauck, Dr. Curley and to Grace & Andy Cali, and numerous other relatives and friends for their faithful prayers and help. Dennis requested that everyone have a colonoscopy regularly to protect themselves from this awful disease of colon cancer. Be proactive in your health!

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Published by Houston Chronicle from Sep. 25 to Sep. 26, 2008.

Memories and Condolences
for Dennis Rossi

14 Entries

Dave Oxley

October 23, 2008

Dennis was my best friend. For 33 years, he provided me with insight and perspective that, while not always totaling agreeing with, made me rethink my assumptions. Receiving this much insight and perspective could be wearing, but as you all know, Dennis would deliver his wisdom only when needed or after he'd adjusted your perception with "one" more round. He did everything with gusto, integrity and what could only be described as the Rossi Style. His career ran the gamut of geophysical trainee and inspecting pipelines to finding oil around the world all the while maintaining his expertise in baseball, eBay, and the coolest new thing. This broad range and depth of interest allowed him to talk to everybody about something that interested them. Dennis’ friends were very important to him; he always thought of everyone. But, most important to him was his family: Peggi, Rosalie, Kathleen, his parents and sister. He was always describing the latest goings on in a way that showed just how fervently he cared about them. I know we will all miss Dennis. His will not be an easy life to forget. No, we’ll remember every detail.

Rocki Proffitt

October 7, 2008

Dear Peggi and family,

Boo and I just learned of Dennis' death. We are so sorry that this gentle man of great humor and wit is gone from us. We hold you and all of your family in our prayers, even as we celebrate Dennis' life now completed. May God's peace rest gently on you all.

With love,

Boo and Rocki

Dennis

B Byrd

October 4, 2008

Dennis "down under" in Perth Australia - 2006

Ken Fredricks

September 29, 2008

I have so many fond memories of Dennis from grad school at Wright State, to the Mobil Oil days, getting together in Singapore several years back, and even talking on our cell phones (catching up) as recently as last spring/summer.

We may have lost Dennis sooner than anyone wished, but his was a life well-lived.

T Dale Bagwell

September 27, 2008

Dennis & I worked together at Texas Eastern. I have fond memories of working with him and better yet playing Fantasy Baseball with him and others in the E&P group. He was enthusiastic about work and play and showed it with his unique sense of humor. Even though I haven't seen Denis in years his was such a strong personality that it is hard to understand that he is gone. My thoughts go out to his family in this time of grief.

Michael Harness

September 27, 2008

Peggi and Family,
Your commitment to Dennis during his time of needs is a reflection of the love you shared. Treasure the good memories. You will see him again. Thank you for sharing him with others.
Regards,

Garth and Denise Jahraus

September 27, 2008

Remembering all the good times we had in Saudi Arabia, in 1979 and 1980. Garth and Dennis ("Rossovichness") shared an office, and played on the same ball team for two years. Our thoughts are with you, Peggi and girls. We will always remember Dennis and his upbeat, good-humored personality.

Jamie and Bob Todor

September 26, 2008

Peggi and Family.... Our hearts are breaking for you and our prayer is that God will fill you with comfort and peace during this very, very sad time. I know this is a tremendous loss for you all. We are out of town this weekend but will be in touch soon. God Bless you my friend. Love, Jamie and Bob Todor and Family

Greg Hampton

September 26, 2008

I have so many great memories of Dennis. Our high school study halls where we would make our own sports magazines and laugh and argue over Clemente and Stargell or APBA and Strat-O-Matic. Our trips into Pittsburgh to watch the Pirates, the fun we had with the Ellwood City Colt League Cubs, eating Johnny's pizza and watching TV, and listening to Jonathan Winters albums. I remember his dog Spriggs and the time his neighbor's dog bit me after Dennis told me he was a friendly dog. Dennis was one of the dearest friends I've ever had and I'll probably be laughing and thinking of our great times together every day for the rest of my life.

Barry Moody

September 26, 2008

Dennis's outgoing personality, humour, and view on life created some our greatest memories of our years in Houston. Mary and I send our condolences.

Dennis surveys his realm, Edinburgh 1978

September 25, 2008

Patricia Martin

September 25, 2008

Dennis was always a good friend, always someone you could count on. Our shared passion for football and baseball made us friends forever. I look forward to seeing you again someday. Since you got there first, start setting up the leagues and one day we'll all be there to play again.

Deborah Kelly

September 25, 2008

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief. Dennis was a wonderful cousin, a Godfather to my brother, and a classmate to my husband in college. We regret we were so far away.

Cheryl (Fusetti) Hightower

September 25, 2008

As I remember Dennis as a small boy he was always so sweet and so polite. He loved his Father and Mother and his Sister Mary Lynn. I was so sorry to hear of his passing. Our prayers are with him and his family.

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