Louis DeRosa
On the morning of March 23, 2019, Louis passed away at Baylor University Medical Center in Dallas, Texas due to complications stemming from the flu and pneumonia. Louis was 58 years old.
Louis DeRosa was born in New Haven, Connecticut on May 9, 1960 to George Thomas DeRosa and Christine Francis DeRosa.
Louis served in the United States Army in the late 70's. He spent over 30 years working in customer service and sales, a career that took him across the country from Connecticut to Washington, and finally to Texas. An active member of his community, Louis was known for donating his time to a number of different groups, including M-Dog, a non-profit that advocates for off-leash dog parks, the Rotary Clubs of Marysville, WA and Bullard, TX, the Chamber of Commerce of Tyler, TX, and the Marysville Strawberry Festival. Louis was also a devout Christian, faithfully attending Pathways Church in Texas. He enjoyed traveling, family, fine wine, the beach, and celebrating Italian culture – especially food.
He is survived by his parents, George and Christine DeRosa; his wife, Shannon DeRosa; his daughter Sarah Manfredi (Chris), son, Angelo DeRosa (Elena); daughters Angie DeRosa, and Evie DeRosa; siblings, Thomas George DeRosa (Caroline), Michael Angelo DeRosa (Darla), Georgia Ann Grubb (Walter) and Christopher Charles DeRosa (Marisol); grandchildren, Antigone DeRosa and Lennox Manfredi; and many beloved cousins, nieces, and nephews. He also leaves behind his dogs, Valentina and Chico.
Louis's family would like to thank everyone at Longview Regional Medical Center and Baylor University Medical Center for the compassionate care he received.
All services will be private. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Louis' name to an animal shelter of your choice.