Michael A. Rossi, III of Suffield, passed from his earthly journey, at the age of 39 on Saturday, June 25, 2022. Born on August 3, 1982 in Hartford, CT to Michael A. Rossi and Anne M. (Mortell) Rossi. Mike was a lifelong resident of Suffield. A graduate of Suffield H.S. Class of 2000, Michael, John Fleming and John O’Brien were instrumental in implementing the Wrestling Program at Suffield H. S., was a former Boy Scout and Indian Guide. He had also attended Georgia Southern University and Central Connecticut University. As a young teen he belonged to the Civil Air Patrol. And after graduating he served proudly with the US. Marine Corps from 2000 – 2004, during Operation Iraqi Freedom, Operation Enduring Freedom, and Stabilization Mission in Haiti. Mike was employed for the last 14 years as a C.O. with the Connecticut Dept of Corrections at the MacDougal Walker Correctional Inst., Suffield, a member of the Dept. of Corrections SOG (Special Operations Group).
In addition to his parents, he is also survived by his beloved son Michael A. Rossi, IV, his sister Tamara L. Rossi Santos (Jason) of S.C., nieces and nephews, several aunts, uncles, cousins, fiancée Katie McClellan and friends. He was predeceased by his brother and best friend Christopher Rossi (2020), maternal grandparents Emma & Thomas Mortell, paternal grandparents Michael & Concetta Rossi, aunts; Rita Hundley, Irene Rumore, Shirley Arre & uncle Francis Mortell.
Relatives and friend may gather with his family during calling hours on Friday, July 1, 2022 from 2:00 to 7:00 pm at Browne Memorial Chapels, Enfield. Funeral Services will be held on Saturday, July 2, 2022 with the procession forming at 9:00 am from the funeral home to Sacred Heart Church 446 Mountain Rd. Suffield for a 10:00 am Mass of Christian Burial followed by military honors. Burial is at the convenience of the family. Memorial donations may be made to the CPL Stephen Bixler Memorial Fund, C/O Peoples Bank 30 Bridge St. Suffield, CT 06078.