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Robert Rosecrans Obituary

Robert E. "Rosey" Rosecrans, 77 years, of Whitehall passed away on June 8, 2013.He was the husband of Carol J. (Bortz) Rosecrans for 32 years.He served with the US Army for over 30 years, and was with Special Forces in Vietnam.Later in life he owned Rum House in New York City until 2010. Survivors: Beside his wife; daughter, Monika; and son, John; seven grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren; sister, Anna; stepchildren, Darcy and Brian. Services: Visitation with his family will begin at 10 a.m., with services at 11 a.m., on Thursday, June 13, 2013 in the Gilbert Funeral Home, 444 Pershing Blvd., Whitehall, PA 18052. Contributions: St. Jude Childrens Research Hospital.

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Published by Morning Call from Jun. 11 to Jun. 12, 2013.

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Elaine Pawloski

June 22, 2013

Just found out about Bob's passing. What a wonderful, pleasant man he was. I'll always remember his chuckle and smiles and how he was friends to all the girls at dance.

Randy & Tina Rohrbach

June 12, 2013

Bob, you left an indelible mark on the hearts of people you touched and you will be greatly missed.

Sean Devereaux

June 11, 2013

Pops, it was a privilege to have met you. The fingerprints of your presence are plain to see on all the hearts you have touched. Good man.

June 11, 2013

Aunt Carol,
Our condolences to you & your family. He will be missed.
Mike & Deb Thibou

Jodi Bortz

June 11, 2013

Uncle Bob you will be greatly missed by me and my family. You were a very special person to me always giving me guidance and assistance when needed. I know your in heaven watching down on us. Love you.

Joseph Wetzel

June 11, 2013

Bob my breakfast buddy and family outlaw I will miss you greatly.

karen

June 11, 2013

Aunt Carol, My prayers are with you and your family..Uncle Bobby will be dearly missed..

Amber Devereaux

June 11, 2013

I love you Pops! You were a great man.

Shirley

June 11, 2013

Forever in our hearts

Shirley

June 11, 2013

Uncle Bobby....I will always remember u and u will
forever be in my heart !! My
god bless your family and friends !!!!

Patti McCullough

June 11, 2013

Aunt Carol, I am saddened by the loss of Uncle Bob. He was a kind and generous man. I will miss him dearly. My love and prayers to you always.

June 11, 2013

Aunt Carol,
Uncl Bob will be greatly missed. We love you.

Tracy, Mitchell and Bubba

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