David Teets Obituary
March 28, 2025
David Teets of Manhattan and Sag Harbor, NY
Passed on March 28th, 2025 at age 76
Born in Palmer Township Pennsylvania. Upon graduating college David relocated to Manhattan to pursue a career in the fragrance industry. He met his partner Frank Rossi and the two remained together for 35 years until Frank passed in 2011.
David was the son of Jean and Donald Teets and brother to Donald Jr. all predeceased.
David leaves behind Frank's daughter Cindy Brites, son in law William Brites and God Daughter Nicole Brites along with the whole Rossi family. David also leaves behind his dear friend Marco who has been by his side the last seven years.
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Perazzo Funeral Home
199 Bleecker Street
New York, New York 10012
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April 2, 2025
11:30 AM
Green Wood Cemetery
500 25th Street
Brooklyn, New York 11232
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Sharon (Wertman) Carpenter
January 5, 2026
David was my cousin and I have many fond memories of him as we grew up together. I am shocked as I had talked to him a while back and he had seemed so happy to hear from me. Fly high David because my love flies with you!!!
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