Mr. Richard "Tim" Rossiter

Richard “Tim” Rossiter age 62 years of Mickleton went home to be with the Lord on Saturday January 23, 2016. Tim was born in Philadelphia, raised in National Park and graduated with a 4.0 from Glassboro State College with a degree in Mathematics. He also received the Gold Medallion in Mathematics at graduation. Tim later returned to Glassboro State and earned a degree in Computer Science following up with a Master’s Degree in Mathematics from Villanova where he received honors for graduating in the top three. He retired from a long career as a Computer Programmer with Boeing and had returned once again to Rowan where he was teaching computers. Tim was a member of St. Clare of Assisi Parish; Knights of Columbus Council #5197; Ancient Order of Hibernians, Commodore Barry Division and a champion of the Pro – Life Movement. He enjoyed cooking, reading and traveling throughout Europe, where Ireland was his favorite. Tim enjoyed taking his grandchildren to the movies and teaching them and watching them learn. He considered time spent with them “teachable moments” and his quick wit, confidence and deep faith will leave a lasting impression with many. He is survived by his beloved wife of 41 years, Bernadette Rossiter (nee Rodriguez) of Mickleton; devoted father to Diana(Michael) Roche of West Deptford and Bernadette Lerro of Mickleton; loving grandfather to Tim, Michael, Julia, Joe, Maria, Stephen and Angelina; loving son of Pat Rossiter of National Park and devoted brother to Patti Rossiter and Neil Rossiter, both of National Park. Tim was predeceased by his granddaughter Theresa and his brother, Ross Rossiter. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11 AM Friday January 29, 2016 in St. Clare of Assisi Parish, St. John’s Church, 7th and Beacon Aves., Paulsboro. Relatives and friends may visit with the family Friday morning after 9 AM in the church until Mass time. Interment St. Joseph’s Cemetery, Swedesboro. Arrangements by McBride – Foley Funeral Home, Paulsboro. Contributions can be made in his memory to St. John of God Community Services, 1145 Delsea Drive, Westville, NJ 08093. Memories can be shared at www.mcbridefoleyfh.com.

Mr. Richard "Tim" Rossiter

April 8, 1953 - January 23, 2016