Richard Joseph Derosier's Obituary
Richard Derosier, 79, Leesburg, Fl. passed away on March 26, 2020. Richard was born on June 2, 1940 in Newark, N.J. to Joseph Derosier and Irene (Fluet) Derosier. He grew up in Claremont, N. H. Richard proudly served his country by joining the U.S. Air Force and served 4 years. He was an electrical engineer at AT&T/research department in Holmdel, N. J. for 30 years. After retiring, he moved to Leesburg 15 years ago. He had been in many clubs and activities in his community. Most of all he loved being with his family and grandchildren. Richard is survived by his wife Carol (Collins) Derosier of 51 years; daughters, Lisa Kristofik, Denise Grubb and husband Larry Grubb all of Winter Garden, Fl. Grandchildren, Connor, Maddie and Luke. Sister, Florence Koziell of Newport, N.H. Brothers, Robert, Ronald, and Rosaire all of Claremont, N.H. and many loving nieces and nephews. He was an amazing person and will truly be missed by everyone that knew him.
There will be a Celebration of Life service at a later date. In lieu of flowers, the family has requested donations to be made to www.cancer.org/involved/donate/memorial-giving.html
Arrangements are entrusted to Page-Theus Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Leesburg.
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