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John Rossi Obituary
John E. Rossi, 38 of Mexico, died Tuesday at his home. He was born in Oswego, NY. Surviving: his wife, Deena; three stepchildren, Ryan McGrath of Poughkeepsie, NY, Sean Oneil of Oswego and Matthew Oneil of Mexico; one grandson, Gavin Oneil; his mother, Marlea Rossi of Mexico; his father, Constantino Rossi, Jr. of Cape Vincent; his brother, Constantino Rossi III of Scriba; two sisters, Katrina Zakala of Palermo and Colleen Muroski of Mexico; a half-sister, Ann LaBreck of Richland; a half-brother, Jeremy; along with several nieces and nephews and a grand-niece.
Graveside services will be held at the convenience of the family. Calling hours will be held from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. on Monday, May 4, from the Harter Funeral Home, 9 Washington Ave., Mexico, NY.
Date of Death: April 28, 2015
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amanda pady foxworthy
June 6, 2015
Its been a little bit I still keep trying to wrap my head around it and its still so hard to believe ur gone I hope u r feeling better with no pain and heartache where u r u will always be with us til we meet again RIP rossi
Brittnie Breckenridge
May 4, 2015
John were a good person to talk to that could bring a smile to the wrost of some one i know we dont know each other all that well but what i do know of you you were a good man and may god and his angels be with you always
Colleen Rossi
May 2, 2015
I miss you so much .I love you forever baby brother. :( . I just miss you john. I hope that your ok and happy to.
Kristen
May 2, 2015
I didn't know you that long but from what I did you always tried to cheer me up Rest Easy John
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Mr and Mrs Joesph DeForge
May 1, 2015
This world doesn't seem right, without you in it John! We will always remember the good times! Our sincerest condolences for all your family and friends! RIP
May 1, 2015
John,
I know we did not see each other that much but you are my aunt Annie's brother the whole family has been effected without you being here anymore.I just wish we could have known each other better you were taken too soon.R.I.P you were like a uncle to me we all miss and loved you.
izzy
May 1, 2015
John - you were a great friend...rip buddy....my sincere condolences to the Rossi family
Mr and Mrs Joesph DeForge
May 1, 2015
This world doesn't seem right, without you in it John! We will always remember the good times! Our sincerest condolences for all your family and friends! RIP
Demi Wise
May 1, 2015
You were taken to soon, I hope the view up there is way better than down here! Fly Easy buddy! May you forever rest in paradise. Sending prayers to your love ones
ed cook
May 1, 2015
Thoughts r with u all a great man gone to soon may he smile high from heaven god speed john u will b missed by so many!!
Tina Knight
April 30, 2015
I'm so sorry for your loss. I grew up with John and his siblings. He was such a nice guy. Sending my deepest sympathy during this time of sorrow. Rest peacefully John. You will be missed.
katrina zakala
April 30, 2015
I miss u and love u lil brother words can not express the sadness and loss I feel right now :(
Melanie Richards
April 30, 2015
Sorry for your loss to the family Gus
carmella morley
April 30, 2015
Katrina, our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family.
Sandie Hargrave
April 30, 2015
So sorry prayers with his Mom, wife family and friends. RIP John!
Amy Clark
April 30, 2015
I love you bestie. We miss you.
celia giovo
April 30, 2015
This is so sad that I am sending you our Prayers at such a young age, your so sweet, kind and loving man that you have become. Rest In Peace my friend, and let the air beneath your wings fly you to a better place..Condolence to your family..Love The Giovo family.
jenn dimon
April 30, 2015
R.I.P John. My prayers go out to the family.
Michael Turo
April 30, 2015
RIP John. It's sad to lose a friend and classmate like you. God bless you and your family.
Mary & Jeff Duck
April 30, 2015
I can't say how terribly sorry I am for everyone's loss !!!! Words can't express it !!! I just know he is now looking down on all of you and smiling !! <3
amy carroll
April 30, 2015
Rest in peace dear old friend .you will be missed by many
Jean Calderone Truckey
April 30, 2015
Heartfelt condolences to Marlea and her family.
amanda pady Foxworthy
April 30, 2015
I still can't believe it rip and fly high u were a wonderful man and will be truly missed
Tim Truax
April 30, 2015
Will always remember your big smile and us picking on one another. You will and are already missed... hugs and prayers to all the family and friends.
Dan Webster Family
April 30, 2015
Condolences to the family. RIP John,you will be greatly missed.
Donna Tritten
April 30, 2015
R.i.p.john,u became a great man,we were so young wen we met n stayed in touch throughout the yrs,my prayers r with ur family,u will be miss
Patty Parkhurst
April 30, 2015
RIP John! Many prayers to the family. So sorry for your loss
cheryl muroski
April 30, 2015
I am so sorry for the loss of such sweet man, you will be truly missed,
Julie Bush
April 29, 2015
Rest In Paradise my dear old friend John....you are so loved and missed!! My thoughts and prayers are with the family!
Jamie Paul
April 29, 2015
RIP John. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your Family
Eileen McGiff
April 29, 2015
My thoughts and prayers are with all the family. John was a great young man-I will always remember his beautiful smile. I am very sorry for your loss. May John rest in peace.
April 29, 2015
R.I.P John Rossi
Jackie Bruce
April 29, 2015
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.
laurie seaton
April 29, 2015
tho your no longer here with us in our hearts you will live on, an for that simple reason your never truly gone, we will remember your laugh an picture your smile it will be as if your still here if only for a while, an tho we greieve the loss in our heart you will always be, an there the memories will forever bloom an grow for everyone to see, we all will miss you an the silly ways you made us smile but you'll truly never will be gone,for one day again we will see where we will walk along that grassy path an again together will be, R.I.P john
lorraine bartlett
April 29, 2015
gone way to soon ...but never forgotten...rest in peace my friend!
Kelly and Alvin Geddes
April 29, 2015
Our deepest sympathy to the Rossi Family.
Jennifer Masters
April 29, 2015
Such a great smile what a horrible loss:( love to all his family in this unreal grief they are all feeling
shelly trader
April 29, 2015
prayers for the family
Roxanne Cole
April 29, 2015
Rip John you where a great babysitter an friend you will be missed dearly.
Christina Bennett
April 29, 2015
Gone but not forgotten my dearest friend. R.I.P. John you will be greatly missed!
Christina Dingman-Bennett
April 29, 2015
To the entire Rossi family. I am so sorry for your loss. My heart is heavy tonight may you R.I.P. John. You made an impact in my life as well as so many others and you will greatly be missed!
JUDITH DOLBEAR
April 29, 2015
RIP John ! Sorry for your loss . My thoughts and prayers are with Katrina and her family
Cheryle Wagner
April 29, 2015
I am so sadden to hear of John's passing. I haven't seen him since high school but I will always remember his great smile and what a nice person he was. So sorry for your loss.
April 29, 2015
RIP John.
April 29, 2015
So sorry for your loss of your brother. We didn't know him but if he was anything like you he had to be a great guy. will be saying a prayer for you and the entire Rossi family.may he rest in peace. Edward and Joy Hilton
Lorie Guernsey
April 29, 2015
My deepest sympathy and love to each of you
darlene gardner
April 29, 2015
I am so sorry for your lost he was a good person
Nicole Perchway
April 29, 2015
John u were such a great man that was taken way to soon. RIP
Aunt Joyce
April 29, 2015
Perhaps they are not the stars, but rather, openings in heaven where the love of our lost ones pours through and shines down upon us to let us know they are happy. You will forever be missed John, keep on shining
Sandra paronett
April 29, 2015
R.I.P
dolores casterlino
April 29, 2015
You will be missed you grew up to be a great guy
Georgette Arnold
April 29, 2015
RIP my friend you will be forever missed.Heaven gained another angel today .Show them how its done John Boy make smile :)
Sheila Pullen
April 29, 2015
My heart just aches for the whole Rossi family especially my sister Marlea John was taken way too early may you find peace.
Deanna Borland
April 29, 2015
R.I.P John.. You will be missed
Billiejo Lewis
April 29, 2015
Rest in peace Rossi you will be greatly missed
Jenn Hamilton
April 29, 2015
Prayers and Condolenses to the family. God has Gained another great Angel
sue mcconnell
April 29, 2015
Miss you my friend
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