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DONALD DeROZE Obituary
DONALD GRIFFITH DeROZE "Deacon Don DeRoze"
On Tuesday, August 4, 2015 of Silver Spring, MD. Don worked for the Department of Defense for 33 years, focusing on foreign military intelligence and he retired in 1991. In 1986, Don was ordained a Catholic deacon for the Archdiocese of Washington, serving at the Church of the Resurrection in Burtonsville, MD. He and his wife Linda were married for 46 years. In addition to being survived by Linda, he is survived by their three children, Basil Parker, Mark DeRoze and Kathryn DeRoze Logsdon; eight grandchildren and his brother, Barry DeRoze. For over nine years Don and Linda were co-liaisons to the cardinal for the Catholic charismatic renewal. The family will receive friends on Friday, August 7, 2015 from 10 a.m. until Mass of Christian Burial at 11 a.m. at the Church of the Resurrection, 3315 Greencastle Road, Burtonsville, MD 20866. Interment Gate of Heaven Cemetery. Following the burial there will be a reception at Resurrection Church. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to the Church of the Resurrection for the Parish Life Center. Arrangements by Philip D. Rinaldi Funeral Service, 9241 Columbia Blvd., Silver Spring, MD.www.rinaldifuneralservice.com
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for DONALD DeROZE
Tom Sobotka
August 1, 2025
Don in his deaconate role at Resurrection touched countless numbers of people and brought them closer to God. He will forever be blessed for his service.
Tom Sobotka
July 31, 2024
Don's absolute dedication to his deaconate miinistry reflected his absolute love forand devotion to God the Father, Jesus the Son and the Holy Spirit.
Eternal rest grant unto Don, O Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon him. May Don and all the souls of the faithful departed, through the mercy of God, rest in peace. Amen!
Tom and Sharon
July 31, 2023
Eternal rest grant unto Don, Oh Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon him. May Don and all the souls of the faithful departed, through the mercy of God, rest in peace. Amen
Tom S
July 31, 2021
As perpetual light shines on you, Don, please pray for us
Tom Sobotka
July 31, 2020
Deacon Don was a blessing to our parish and whoever knew him. His spirituality and devotion remains an inspiration for all. Thank you, Don. Pray for us.
August 8, 2015
Linda, Your loving devotion over this long journey has been an inspiration to all who know you. Donald's strong faith shone like a star even in the depths of his illness. What a witness he was! Donna Lichtenwalter
Thomas and Sharon Sobotka
August 7, 2015
Don was a wonderful blessing to our parish. He brought the presence of Christ to everyone he met. He is at eternal peace.
Kathleen Hinkle
August 6, 2015
Dear Linda, I am so glad that I got to know Deacon Don. I will always cherish the moments at mass at Manor Care. My thoughts and prayers are with you and the family. God bless you, Kathy
Doug Bork
August 6, 2015
My thoughts and prayers are with you Linda and family
Doug Bork
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