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1943
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2025
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Richard Rosa Obituary
Born on July 22, 1943 in Merced, Ca., Richard dedicated his professional life to serving as an Air Traffic Controller. He loved flying, all things mechanical, and the great outdoors. Richard was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Eva, and their son Jeff. He is remembered with love by his 2 surviving sons, 7 grandchildren, 7 greatgrandchildren, and countless friends and relatives. Richard held a profound love for his family and his legacy lives on through the generations he helped shape.
A memorial Mass and reception are scheduled for 9:30 a.m. on November 18 at St. Joseph's Catholic Church in Modesto, Ca.
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Ed Madera
November 10, 2025
"I know you´re dad and I had grown apart, but I was deeply saddened to hear of his passing. I´m thinking of you and the family and sending my heartfelt condolences
Sharon rivera
November 8, 2025
Eva.. I´m so sorry for your loss
Bill Ramsey
November 1, 2025
I am so sorry to read this. I interacted many, many times with Richard on the radio as he worked at the Modesto Airport Control Tower. He was a very sharp and professional controller, and he put up with my "antics" as I flew around the pattern and local area. After Richard's retirement I met up with him at many of the breakfasts and lunches put on by the CAF (Confederate Air Force). We always enjoyed each other's company. I will greatly miss him.
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