Ronald L. “Ross” Rossman
April 29, 1935 - August 24, 2025
Ronald L. “Ross” Rossman, age 90, of Middletown, DE, passed away on Sunday, August 24, 2025.
Born in Lock Haven, PA on April 29, 1935, he was a son of the late Jesse Rossman and Gladys (Folger) Geise. Ross proudly served in the United States Navy in the Special Warfare Unit as a member of the Under Water Demolition Team #22. He made his career as a driver’s education teacher in the Delaware Public School System. Ross was a longtime member of the Del-Vets Club Post 1, where he also served as Commander. As a member of the Del-Vets club, he helped establish their American Legion Baseball team. Ross enjoyed coaching baseball for little league, Legion and High School.
An avid outdoorsman, Ross enjoyed spending his free time off-shore fishing and hunting. He always cheered on the Philadelphia Eagles, Phillies, and loved watching Penn State football. After retirement, he and his loving wife, Gloria, enjoyed spending their winters in the Florida Keys and spending their summers at his beach house in Pot Nets for the last 40 years. Above all, Ross cherished his family and especially treasured the time he spent with his grandchildren.
In addition to his parents, Ross was preceded in death by his brother, Sonny Rossman; and stepfather, Torrence R. Geise. He is survived by his loving wife of 61 years, Gloria J. (Guerriero) Rossman; children, Julie Schwar (Edward) of Middletown, DE and Rick Rossman (Nicole) of Chadds Ford, PA; and 6 grandchildren, Buddy, Kevin and Eric Schwar (Kirsten), Ria, Nikki and Bella Rossman.
A committal service will begin at 11 am on Thursday, September 11, 2025, in the chapel of Delaware Veterans Memorial Cemetery, 2465 Chesapeake City Road, Bear, DE. In honor of Ross, please dress casual.
Following the service, please join us for a Celebration of Life at 1pm, located at Del-Vets Post #1, 2535 Veterans Drive, Wilmington, DE 19810.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Ross’ memory to DAV – Disabled American Veterans, P.O. Box 14301, Cincinnati, OH 45250-0301 or online by clicking here.
Linda Marion
I always loved how “Ross” had that sea captains “look” about him! . I’m pretty sure that Mom and Dad have saved a good spot on the boat for him! Always keep your special family memories close to your heart. 💕
Tess Pietrucci
Our heartfelt condolences to the family. Keeping you in thought and prayer. Ross was a special man. Hold tight to your memories. Tess & Robert Pietrucci
William A Guerriero II
Bless him
Michael Buono
My condolences to the family.
Robert Griffin
I’m sorry to hear about Ron passing away. He was a friend and a neighbor at the beach.
Sam Minutola
Rest in peace my friend
You deserve it
MR MIN
Jon Beeson
Condolences to the family. He was a good man!
Dave Hipp
So sorry for your loss. My deepest sympathies. I taught with Ron for years. I’m sorry I won’t be able to attend the service because I am out of town, but will remember him fondly.
Bonnie Lober
My Heart 💜 is Broken 😞 Prayers for family 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻😢😞😢♥️🦅
Sue Balentine
Dear Gloria and family,
We are so sorry to hear Ross passed away. We had so many good times with you both.
With sincere sympathy, Joe and Sue Balentine
Jere Snyder
My condolences to Gloria, Julie, Rick and the Rossman family.
Eileen Snyder
Gloria, I just heard from Jere about Ron’s passing. I hope you are doing OK. I do work on Thursday but I will try to get to Del Vets after I am done. Please take care .
Paulette Irving
Gloria, I’m so very sorry to hear of Ron’s passing. I had no idea, as I would’ve come to his Celebration of Life at Del Vets. Brigette just told me today. Again, bless you and your family💔