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Robert Rosillo Obituary

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ROBERT ANTHONY ROSILLO (1960-2010) Robert Anthony Rosillo, of Juno Beach, Florida passed away too soon on Wednesday, January 27, 2010. He was 49. Son of Dr. Ronald Rosillo and the late Giovanina Fredella of Newark, New Jersey, he grew up in Rumson. He was an avid and skilled fly-fisherman who loved the outdoors... traveling frequently to remote wilderness locations to find the perfect secret fishing spot. He leaves behind his loving wife, Cary, who will miss their adventures together and his unique sense of humor. Loyal pets Samantha, Ace, Harry and Bastille will chase the fish in his absence... He was a graduate of Seton Hall, Class of '82 and the Delaware Law School at Widener University, 1984. He received a LLM from the University of Miami in 1986. He practiced in New Jersey and Florida specializing in Real Property, Land Development and Finance. Others who will miss Robert are his mother-in-law, Janice Berryman, his sister, close cousins Nick and Joseph Lucarelli, and many loving relatives including cousins, nieces and nephews. A visitation service will be held on Tuesday, February 2, from 6 - 8:00 PM at Quattlebaum Funeral Home & Cremation Services, 1201 South Olive Avenue, West Palm Beach, Florida 33401 The Funeral service will be held at 3:00 PM Wednesday, February 3, Bethesda By the Sea Episcopal Church, 141 South County Road, Palm Beach, FL 33480-6135 In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Robert's name to: Doctors Without Borders / www.doctorswithoutborders.org The Nature Conservancy / www.nature.org Trout Unlimited / www.TU.org Quattlebaum Funeral Home Family Owned and Operated (561) 832-5171 To express condolences and/or make donations Visit PalmBeachPost.com/obituaries

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Published by The Palm Beach Post from Feb. 1 to Feb. 3, 2010.

Memories and Condolences
for Robert Rosillo

64 Entries

deb voye (hoffman)

March 2, 2010

Mrs. Rosillo... i went to school with Robert (class of 79) i dont remember that much of him but what i do rememeber is he ALWAYS had the smile for someone his sense of humor was the bomb He just cared way back when. my heart goes out to you and your families. Robert is now dancing with the Angels and watching over you. God has blessed his soul in so many ways.....

Chia Mendelsohn

February 23, 2010

Although I never had a chance to meet Robert if he was anything like his sister Angie the loss is great...

Bob Skakandy

February 6, 2010

Dear Cary and Angie and all who loved Bob:

Sorry that I could not write earlier, but I have not been doing that well.
Bob was so close to Ann, Sean, Kim and me. Twenty years of closeness and fun. We have so many stories that we could share but probably there is not enough space here.
Bob loved so many people. I knew him. He was kind of heart.

He loved humor and he loved some foods.
He loved adventures and he loved watching people interact.

At the School Board, I introduced him to Columbinos restaurant (take out); the place soon became an obsession with us, until one morning, Bob and I were going to Columbinos to get lunch at 10:30AM. I came to his office only to discover that he had gone there at 9;00AM and had eaten an entire sub! I told him that was OK and that we didn't have to go, but we went.. bought subs (I got two so I could catch up) and ate them in our regular style...fast.

Bob used to help us with fireworks on the Fourth. Bob had a problem with lighters so we provided him with a road flare. He was so excited that he turned around to watch his mortar take off and placed the road flare, lit, into my arm. This is why I no longer wear shirts that are not 100% cotton. He loved to do everything with Sean; Estes rockets, fishing, etc.

Bob liked mountain biking, ice skating (hockey), roller blading, kayaking, fly fishing, deep sea fishing, Juno Beach and sunning, favorite foods, and talking with his family and friends.
Anyway, We will all miss our good friend, Bob.

Bob, Ann, Kim, and Sean Skakandy

February 5, 2010

Mrs. Rosillo:
I was so sad to hear about your husband. I will be thinking of you and praying for you.
Love,
Samantha Glodis

Arthur "Dino" DeRostaing

February 5, 2010

Cary,
I just heard the news of Bob's passing. I worked with for a number of years on procurement contracts at the City of Palm Beach Gardens. He was a extremely knowledgeable of contract law and a true professional. I considered him a good friend and council. It was my pleasure working with him. He will be missed. God bless him.

February 4, 2010

CARY,

My sincere apologies for not meeting you yesterday and saying "Good Bye!" to BOB. I didn't know of his passing until the afternoon, thus being too late to attend the services.

I met BOB on his first day working with the Palm Beach County School District as my office was just down the hall. We shared coffee that morning and followed up with many lunches together discussing both legal matters and things in general.

I can't get over his passing, but will always remember him as a friend in my thoughts and prayers. I ask that The LORD's Blessings be with you and his family.

Dr. Jim Louwers West Palm Beach,FL

Dave and Kay Cantley

February 3, 2010

Cary, we are sadden to learn of your loss. May the love of God surround you, and may you find comfort in loving memories. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Antoinique Ellis

February 3, 2010

" Dear Cary, I wish that i could be there at the funeral but am unable to make it, I love you!!!
- Antoinique Ellis

Carol Parsons

February 3, 2010

Dear Cary, I met Rob on the bench at Planning and Zoning in Juno Beach while he was writing the wedding invitation list. He became a personal friend and I asked for his help on legal matters. It was so helpful to me, and he offered more than I asked for. He will always be remembered as an ebullient, funny personality with kindness, understanding and love in his heart. I will miss him. It is a huge loss in all of our lives.

We are all blessed to have known him. God bless you.

Bill (Willy) Brown

February 3, 2010

I am so sorry I won't be able to make it to PB for the service. We all will miss Rob and his wry sense of humor.

Jacky James

February 2, 2010

Cary, My prayers and thoughts are with you during this difficult time. May you find some comfort in the love and support of your family and friends.
Sincerely,
Jacky James

Sue &Lamont Tencza-Dean

February 2, 2010

Dear Cary and Rosillo family,

You are in our thoughts and Prayers.Our hearts go out to you and the family. Cary,You have been the best thing for my Couisn Robert. It brought out the best in him. We will never for get the crazy funny moments with Robert and you during our family events.Robert had the best sense of Humor and would always make us laugh when he was telling a story.Lamont and I will always Cherish the memories we had with you both. May God bless you.
We love you ---

Nancy Worthington Bowman

February 2, 2010

I wish I had words that could make your pain less. Please know thoughts and prayers are with you and your family as you grieve. Robert will be missed by everyone who knew him and remembered with a smile. ~ 1979 RFH Grad.

John Landy

February 2, 2010

Have great memories of Robert . Knew him from High School, and ran into him at Seton Hall when I was there for a short period. I will always remember his great laugh. Saw him and his wife at the reunion. I will miss him.

Jackie Leslie

February 2, 2010

Please accept my most heart felt sympathy and prayers for peace and comfort at this difficult time.

Jackie Iglesias Leslie - RFH '79

Don and Sharon Chenicek

February 2, 2010

Dear Cary,

What wonderful memories we have of working with Bob, your Dad and Mom at the School District. God entrusts good friends like Bob into our loving care for such a short time in this life. How fortunate that we have faith to know that, in but a brief moment of time, we will be able to continue and grow this friendship in heaven for all eternity. Know that you, your Mom and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.

Alec Damico

February 2, 2010

Dear Mrs. Rosillo,
My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Alec Damico

February 2, 2010

Dear Cary and Rosillo Family,
I'm deeply saddened by the news and my heart goes out to you and your families.
Please accept our deepest sympathies. I remember Robert as always being kind and Robert had a heart of gold.
Sincerly, Zoher Karimjee.

February 2, 2010

Dear Cary, family, and all the Rosillo family:

Robert's loss, especially at so young an age, is very sad. Robert was a loving and kind person, and had many other wonderful qualities.

It is clear from readng these tributes that he had touched very many people in his short life, and had many friends and a loving family. He was kind to me and gave me good advice when I needed it many years ago. He will be missed by us all.

Please accept my sincere condolences for your loss, and know that I am thinking of you at this difficult time.

Christina Lapinska

meri nordstrom

February 2, 2010

"Invisible threads are the strongest ties." Friedrich Nietzsche

Memories are a small comfort...but, at least, something to ease the pain of loss. We all sure did have some good memories from Fair Haven and RFH. How did such a small and safe community spawn so many interesting and eccentric people?...and, we all seemed to get together those last 2 years for mischief before we took off to the 4 corners of the world! Robert will be well remembered by all who knew him in his youth and beyond. Kindly, Meri Nordstrom

sam Landy

February 2, 2010

Dear Rosillo Family,
I can picture Robert in his house in Fair Haven with the dog and his electric guitar.He was always concerned about his mother and Angela. In law school Robert was the hardest working guy there was, but he always found time for his friends and family. I haven't seen Robert in 25 years but I picture him vividly and I'm sure his loving nature never ended. Sam Landy Monroe Township New Jersey

February 2, 2010

Dear Cary,
I went to RFH with Bob and had some really fun times with him in high school. He had a great sense of humor and fun personality. I'm deeply saddened by the news and my heart goes out to you and your families.
Sincerely,
Scott Dougherty
Beverly, Massachusetts

Jill and Docky Smith

February 2, 2010

Dear Cary and Rosillo Family, we are so saddened at the passing of Bob. Everybody on Long Island has a heavy heart and our thoughts and prayers go out to you. We loved him and will cherish all the great moments we had together. "Johnny Cake" won't be forgotten! He was a brother and a best friend to us, always sharing everything he had. Fly high Bob!

John Sheridan

February 2, 2010

Dear Cary & Angela,
I will really miss Robert. My heart goes out to you and the Rosillo family and friends for your loss.

I had the please of sharing a meal with Robert and his wife, Cary at their table during our RFH reunion. We shared a few stories, and laughs and recalled such times as when we met on Sandy Hook Beach, back in 1978 where he was studying amidst the ocean breeze and waves. It was his outdoor classroom.

In my mind, Robert will be remembered as a sincere and gentle friend. He looked you in the eye and showed that he cared about each person.

Carey, I enjoyed meeting you too. May God bless you and the Rosillo family and provide healing ahead.

"The Spirit of God helps us in our weakness. We do not know what we ought to pray for, but the Spirit Himself intercedes for us..." -Romans 8:26-27

Kathy Letourneau

February 2, 2010

Those loved, don't go away,
They walk beside us every day,
Unseen, unheard, but always near,
Still loved, still missed and very dear-Author Unknown
Bob will be missed…
his humor and persona will be remembered.
I’m so very sorry…

February 2, 2010

Dear Cary,

My heart, thoughts and prayers go out to you. I met Bob when I worked at the School District in WPB years ago, and I saw him a couple of years ago when he visited my current employer, Indian River school district. What a nice man, so professional but gracious and funny, too. He was so happy to be married to you. Although I haven't met you, I will keep you in my prayers.

Ellie Simpson

Emma Ramirez

February 2, 2010

Dear Rosillo Family:
I had the opportunity to meet Bob while working in the Purchasing Dept. at Wellington. Bob and I did not work directly with each other, but he was always a great character to have around. I enjoyed listening to his stories and adventures. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Karen Apy

February 2, 2010

I'm so sorry to hear about Robert. I grew up in Fair Haven with him had a wonderful time reconnecting last summer at our High School reunion. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time.

Sharon

February 2, 2010

I worked with Bob at the School District. What a great guy. He will be missed.

February 2, 2010

Dear Ones, Our condolences to you all and especially Angela. We always remember you. jackie & joe (NJ)

Debra Bowler (Salomon)

February 2, 2010

Dear Cary,
I went to high school with Robert, and we had a chance to catch up a bit at the reunion. I am so very sorry for your loss. Please know that you are both in my prayers.

Dan Beggs

February 2, 2010

Cary, My heart goes out to you and everyone else who knew and loved Robert. I grew up with Robert in Fair Haven and was deeply saddened by the news. We had wonderful conversations at our High School reunion where I met you as well. You're in my prayers.

Christine Bohacek Yorty

February 2, 2010

I was so sorry to the news. Robert and I went to high school together; all of us were starting to get to know each other again. I would have liked the chance to get to know Robert again.

Charlie Lynn

February 1, 2010

I worked with Bob in the Village of Wellington. He was a great guy and a true friend. I will miss Bob and the good times we shared working and sharing experiences. He made the world a better place. He was honest and a person you could trust. My sincere sympathies to his family.

Jane McKinney

February 1, 2010

The tide recedes but leaves behind
bright sea shells on the sand
The sun goes down but gentle warmth
still lingers on the land
The music stops, and yet it echoes
on in sweet refrains
For every joy that passes
Something beautiful remains....

My sincere sympathy to you Cary and your family. I also worked at the Palm Beach County School District when Bob was there and as a secretary, I only knew him casually, but I had a great respect for him and also enjoyed his sense of humor.
May you always we warmed by the memory of his smile, his soul and his spirit.

February 1, 2010

Dear Angela and Cary,
I was so saddened to hear the news about Robert's passing. I have many memories of all the laughter and fun he brought to everyone during our many party visits at Uncle Joe and Aunt Gerry's house. My prayers and thought are with you.
Love Jody (Lizza) Leonelli

Jody Lizza-Leonelli

February 1, 2010

Dear Mrs Rosillo,
I am so sorry to hear about your husband. I miss you and am thinking of you.
Andrew Poirier from IMS

Kathy MacQueen

February 1, 2010

Cary,

I am so saddened to hear of your loss and pray loving memories will comfort you in the days and weeks to come. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers continually. May God Bless, keep, and strengthen you and your family.

Andrew Poirier

February 1, 2010

Dear Mrs Rosillo,
I am so sorry to hear about your husband. I miss you and am thinking of you.
Andrew Poirier from IMS

Lori McCarthy

February 1, 2010

Cary! I know we hadn't seen each other in quite some time, but I am so sad to hear of your loss! My heart goes out to you and to all of Bob's family!!! My prayers are with you and yours at this time and I just want you to know that Ken and I are thinking of you!

Lori (Robertson) and Ken McCarthy

Rick Munson

February 1, 2010

Dear Mrs. Rosillo,

My family and I had the pleasure of meeting Mr. Rosillo during my 7th grade year at IMS. We are extremely saddened by your devastating loss. You are special to us and shall always remain in our hearts. I hope to see you back in class at Suncoast soon.

Rick Munson and Family

Sasha Hanfmann

February 1, 2010

Cary, my condolences for your loss. I am so sorry :( Keep your head held high, you were and always will be my favorite teacher. You made my 2 years at IMS filled with nothing but the best memories. Hope to see you soon. My thoughts are with you. Love, Sasha Hanfmann :)

Don Taylor

February 1, 2010

Dear Cary, family and friends of Bob,
I'm so sorry for your loss.

I worked with Bob at the School District for a couple of years. We had stayed in touch over the years by getting together for lunch with some other former school district employees when I came in to town. I loved his stories and enthusiasm. He was a raconteur of the first order, just like his father-in-law.

My favorite image of Bob is when he showed up for work in cargo shorts, a dress shirt and tie. Something about the HVAC unit not working right was his story and he stuck to it.

He will be missed.

February 1, 2010

To the Rosillo Family,

We are truly saddened. Robert was a great human being and we were fortunate to meet him. Our prayers are with you during this difficult time.

Ingrid Pagan and Janet Marchese
(Dr. Salinger's office)

Alicia Gent

February 1, 2010

Carey, I have not had an opportunity to meet you but I worked with Bob at the School District many years ago. I have such fond memories of him and his great sense of humor. We will all treasure those memories! You will be in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.

Tim Watson

February 1, 2010

Cary, Words can not describe the hollow feeling in my heart from Bob's passing. Having grown up with Bob I will always cherish the fun we had and the stories we recently laughed about at our recent high school reunion. My prayers are extended to you during this difficult time. The Watson Family

Doug Newman

February 1, 2010

Cary and Angela,

I am terribly sorry to hear of Robert's premature passing. I enjoyed seeing him - and meeting you Cary - at the reunion this past summer. Lots of fun memories kicking it around Fair Haven, Rumson and Sea Bright back in the day. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Numbers 6:24-26

February 1, 2010

Dear Carey..I worked with your dad, a prince among men, and knew your mom, too. You may remember meeting me at Bethesda a few times. I was so happy when you met and married my colleague, Bob. Bob was always considered smart, and a good, straight shooting attorney. I am praying for you and your family. May you find peace and strength ...Fondly, JulieAnn Rico

Rick Chuma

February 1, 2010

Cary - I am so sorry for your loss, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. As you know Bob and I enjoyed our days of fly fishing and skeet shooting. Over the past 20 years or so he never changed, always good natured and funny as heck... Bob also took being outspoken to new levels, always in a good way and that as well as other attributes made him such a great attorney. Robert was a great man and a best friend, he will be greatly missed by all that knew him. Rick Chuma

Abbey Hairston

February 1, 2010

Cary - I am sorry we have never met. I worked with your father and as a former General Counsel, I hired Bob as an attorney with the School Board back in the 1980s. I remember that time fondly and was happy to stay in touch with Bob all of these years. I spoke with him last fall and was hoping that both of you would visit the D.C. area soon. I am grateful that a friend let me know that Bob is now departed. He truly was special and always full of laughter when I spoke with him. I will miss him. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.....

February 1, 2010

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. We will miss Bob very much. He was such a great guy.

Walter & Meezie Pierce

Michaele de Villiers

February 1, 2010

May Robert be smelling the sweet smell of gardenias with his beloved Mom (her favorite flower). So many people loved Robert. He will be surely missed. He had a kind and giving soul. Robert had a servant's heart. He was always willing to help those that needed him. He was so giving of his precious time. We could have only hoped for MORE time with Robert. Our hearts are heavy...but we are comforted knowing Robert is now at peace. We know his love for his family and friends lives on forever. Robert will always be in our hearts.

Paula Nessmith

February 1, 2010

Cary: May you find comfort in the love of family and friends. May you find hope in the promise of our risen Lord. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

R. Max Lohman

February 1, 2010

Dear Cary,
I never had the pleasure of making your acquaintance but I did have the distinct pleasure of working with Bob for the past 2 years. He was a brilliant attorney without being arrogant and a truly wonderful human being. He tenaciously represented the City but never failed to maintain his civility. His professionalism, unique view of legal issues and crisp witticisms will be sorely missed. I am a better person and a better attorney for having known and worked with Bob. I will miss him very much. May the Lord keep and comfort you in this difficult time.

Patricia McClunn

February 1, 2010

Cary my prayers are with you and my memories of Robert as I knew him from a long time back. He will always have a special place in my heart

February 1, 2010

Cary, you are in my continual prayers, Gerry Barrett

Donnie Drake

February 1, 2010

Bob and I worked at School Board back during the years of the bond issue and shared a lot of memories of those years. Since then, we only got to see each other at our annual lunch with others from that time - Len Alvey, Bill Grimmer, Don Tarylor, Bob and myself. Usually at Carmines. Got to see us all gain more gray hair as the years go by. Bob always had the best stories to tell. Will definitely miss you Bob. You were one of a kind! Donnie Drake

Carla Doyle

February 1, 2010

Cary, I am so sorry for your loss. Bob was such a amazing man full of compassion for others and I loved his laugh. He was like a brother to me. It is us that are left behind that suffer. I know Courtney greeted Bob with a big smile and a huge hug. We will miss him so much. He had the heart of a saint. Saints like Bob & Courtney are called to heaven sooner than we like. Love, Carla & Pat Doyle

Barbara Chabre

February 1, 2010

Cary, I am so sorry for your loss. Everyone who knew Bob will definitely miss him. There will be such a void in our lives. Working with Bob was such a pleasure - he was a great attorney and just a really, really nice guy. I will miss him. May you be comforted by your memories and family and friends. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

MaryHanna Clodfelter

February 1, 2010

I worked with Bob on many Village of Wellington projects over the past years. He was one of the most dedicated lawyers I've met and always had the most upbeat attitude. He will be missed by so many. Sincere condolences to his family.

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