Adam J. Rossi Jr.

1926-2023

Adam J. Rossi, Jr., 96, of Canton, Ohio, passed away peacefully on September 20, 2023, in the loving arms of his wife of 34 years, Anita A. (Roberto) Rossi. Adam was born on October 31, 1926 to the late Adam, Sr. And Rose (Romano) Rossi, Founders of Rossi Funeral Home. Adam attended Timken High School and Cleveland College of Mortuary Science. A Corporal First Class for the United States Army, having served 22 months in Korea in the ammunition department, before coming back stateside and finishing out his term. Upon returning home, he worked alongside his father Adam, Sr., at the Rossi Funeral Home in Canton. When his father became ill, he and his brother Marion Rossi, continued working at the funeral home and then eventually owned the funeral home. As brothers they worked side by side for over 50 years. Adam was the previous owner and President of Rossi Funeral Home, now owned and operated by his son Jim Rossi and nephew Bob Forchione. A licensed Funeral Director, Embalmer, and Insurance Agent for over 66 years. The family business was more than a career to him, it was his life. His dedication to helping families at their time of need was truly remarkable, he considered this dedication an honor to help families. Adam also treasured many of the relationships this opportunity offered him. He and his wife Anita volunteered at the OFDA Convention in Cincinnati, Ohio, where a lot of friendships were made over the years. A proud member of the Ohio Funeral Directors Association and the National Funeral Directors Association and a contributor to SAC and PAC. Formerly the President of OFDA District 16 Funeral Directors, and presently the Chairman of the Board. A proud servant of the Masonic Lodge, Canton AHEPA Chapter #59, Knights of Columbus, and many other civic organizations. Adam was a 4th degree knight. A 30 plus year member of the Downtown YMCA Men's Club. Adam was a Canton News Boy for a number of years. Adam enjoyed many Canton McKinley games. A 1993 Greater Canton Fumble Ball Hall of Fame enshrines sponsor award. In Adams spare time, he enjoyed a great game of golf or bowling, taking a walk with his wife. or watching his favorite New York Yankees.

In addition to his parents, he was proceeded in death by his brothers Guy and Dominck; sisters Mary Melito, Antionette Forchione. He is survived by his loving wife, Anita; sons Jim (Gigi) Rossi of North Canton, their children Carla (Craig) Rossi and their children Louis and Bruno, Adam IV (Sarah) Rossi and their children Hannah and Jack, Stephen (Karin) Rossi of Durango, Colorado and their children Rachel, Wyeth, and Eliza, Kenneth Rossi of Canton and his son Erik; his brother Marion Rossi of Canton; nieces Diane (Owen) Denman, Sandra Rossi, Carolyn Melito, Annette (Rick) Schreffler, and Rosanne Forchione; nephews Gary (Pat) Rossi, Mike (Vicki) Forchione, Bob (Teresa) Forchione, Greg (Sarah) Rossi; and his beloved pet, Spensir.

Visitation for Adam will be held Thursday, September 28th 3 to 6 p.m. at St. Benedict Catholic Church at 2207 3rd St. SE, Canton. Mass of Christian burial, will be held on Friday at 11 a.m. Interment will be in Calvary Cemetery. Thank you to Dr. Amin Khahlil and staff at the East Canton Medical, and to Dr. Elizabeth Baum, staff at Bethany Skilled Rehab. In lieu of flowers, a scholarship fund has been established in Adam's name to further the education of a student entering in the field of Mortuary Science.