Celebrating the life of
Charles Dennis Rousseau, Jr.
August 27, 1925 - November 07, 2009
-Atlanta - Charles D. Rousseau, Jr., 84, passed away Saturday November 7, 2009 after a courageous battle with Alzheimer's. He is survived by his loving wife of 64 years, Jean Summerlin Rousseau and their four daughters: Kathleen Rousseau Pepitone Tom of Hampsted, N.C., Elaine Rousseau Hillebrand Jay of Marietta, Patricia Rousseau Grey Gil of Dunwoody, and Therese Rousseau Braman Tim of Marietta. He also has 11 loving grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren. Charlie is preceded in death by his parents, Charles and Vera Rousseau, his sister, Louise Rousseau Causey, and his niece, Nancy Causey Chattin.
Charlie was a native Savannahian and a graduate of Benedictine Military School. He honorably served his country during WWII in the Army Air Corp. An avid golfer, Charlie worked many years for Victory Motors and retired from Georgia Ports in 1998. A devout Catholic, he was a communicate of Blessed Sacrament Church where he served as an Eucharistic Minister. Charlie was a member of the Benedictine Alumni Association, The Knights of Columbus, The Saint Patrick's Day Parade Committee, The German Country Club, and the Senior Blitz at Bacon Park.
Visitation will be from 5:00-7:00 p.m. on Wednesday, November 11 with a Vigil at 6:00 p.m. at Fox and Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel.
A funeral Mass will be offered at The Cathedral of Saint John the Baptist at 10:00 a.m. on Thursday, November 12 with interment at the Catholic Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Benedictine Military School, 6502 Seawright Dr., the Carmelite Monastery, 11 W. Back St., or Altus House Hospice, 5411 Northland Dr. Atlanta, Ga. 30342.
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Fox and Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel
Elaine, please know that I am thinking of you and your family during this time. I know that your Father is at peace now. My love and prayers are being sent to you, your Mother and your sisters.
- Susan Stracener, Saluda, NC
Therese, Please know that my thoughts and love are with you and your family at this time. I loved your father very much!
- Mell, Jeffrey, Savannah, GA
Dear Jean and girls, It was with a great deal of sadness when I learned of Charlie's death. It is such a lonely life Jean without your spouse but you do have your beautiful daughters nearby to comfort you. My sincere sympathy and love for you all. Marjory
- marjory conners, savannah, GA
Dear Patti, Our last meeting at our SVA reunion this summer was such a happy time, and even then you spoke of your father with such devotion. I am sorry for your loss but know that you will forever be blessed by the many happy memories you shared.
- Rosemary Lewis, Savannah, GA
Jean, Our hearts go out to you and your family. But know that Charlie won't be forgotten, rather remembered as a very kind man with a heart of gold and an unforgettable smile.
- Charles & Jean McAuliffe, Savannah, GA
Mrs. Rousseau, My memories of you and Mr. Rousseau date back to the late 60's when I was setting pins at the German Country Club. Mr. Rousseau was always very kind as you were to me during my middle/late teenage years. He always went out of his way to speak and joke with me and I will not forget how he seemed bigger than life with a smile that matched. I am sorry for you and your family.
- Chuck McAuliffe, Savannah, GA
Dear Elaine, My heart goes out to you and to your entire family in the loss of your Father. 84 doesn't seem quite long enough to have enjoyed his company - a person who had obviously been so engaged in life - but I know all too well of the ravages of Alzheimer's. May God bless you all and keep you all safe while traveling these rainy roads to attend his goodbye service.
- Kitty Roney Martin, Atlanta, GA
Elaine..... I was so sorry to hear about your dad. I know what a struggle it has been for you all. May he now be at peace. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.... Tish
- Tish Riley Pack, Monroe, GA
Mrs.Rousseau, Elaine and family -I am so sorry about your loss. I know it has been a hard battle but be assured he is now at peace. My love and prayers are with you
- Marie Osbourne Purser, Taylorsville, GA
Daddy, this is your #3 daughter Patti. You and Mom loved to call us by numbers! I know you are finally at peace and whole again. I am missing you terribly. Your loving and kind heart will live on through your family members left behind. I am so thankful that God allowed you to be my father. I could not have picked a better one. Thank you for the beautiful life we shared. I love you bigger than the sky Daddy!
- Patricia R. Grey, Dunwoody, GA
To Jean & your lovely family. I have the best memories of the wonderful times you & Charlie had with my Mom & DadBob & Mary Wilson. We had the best time at the German Country Club. Charlie was always so nice & had a wonderful smile & always something funny to share. God Bless your family in this difficult time. Our thoughts & prayers are with you all. With much love, Barbara & Dickie Cope
- Barbara Wilson Cope, Midlothian, VA
Dear Jean and Family,our deepest sympathy.Charlie was a fine person with a lot of friends.He will be missed.You are in our prayers.
- Tom and Judy Mahoney, Savannah, GA
Elaine, please know that I am thinking of you and your family during this time. I know that your Father is at peace now. My love and prayers are being sent to you, your Mother and your sisters.
- Susan Stracener, Saluda, NC
Therese, Please know that my thoughts and love are with you and your family at this time. I loved your father very much!
- Mell, Jeffrey, Savannah, GA
Dear Jean and girls, It was with a great deal of sadness when I learned of Charlie's death. It is such a lonely life Jean without your spouse but you do have your beautiful daughters nearby to comfort you. My sincere sympathy and love for you all. Marjory
- marjory conners, savannah, GA
Dear Patti, Our last meeting at our SVA reunion this summer was such a happy time, and even then you spoke of your father with such devotion. I am sorry for your loss but know that you will forever be blessed by the many happy memories you shared.
- Rosemary Lewis, Savannah, GA
Jean, Our hearts go out to you and your family. But know that Charlie won't be forgotten, rather remembered as a very kind man with a heart of gold and an unforgettable smile.
- Charles & Jean McAuliffe, Savannah, GA
Mrs. Rousseau, My memories of you and Mr. Rousseau date back to the late 60's when I was setting pins at the German Country Club. Mr. Rousseau was always very kind as you were to me during my middle/late teenage years. He always went out of his way to speak and joke with me and I will not forget how he seemed bigger than life with a smile that matched. I am sorry for you and your family.
- Chuck McAuliffe, Savannah, GA
Dear Elaine, My heart goes out to you and to your entire family in the loss of your Father. 84 doesn't seem quite long enough to have enjoyed his company - a person who had obviously been so engaged in life - but I know all too well of the ravages of Alzheimer's. May God bless you all and keep you all safe while traveling these rainy roads to attend his goodbye service.
- Kitty Roney Martin, Atlanta, GA
Elaine..... I was so sorry to hear about your dad. I know what a struggle it has been for you all. May he now be at peace. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.... Tish
- Tish Riley Pack, Monroe, GA
Mrs.Rousseau, Elaine and family -I am so sorry about your loss. I know it has been a hard battle but be assured he is now at peace. My love and prayers are with you
- Marie Osbourne Purser, Taylorsville, GA
Daddy, this is your #3 daughter Patti. You and Mom loved to call us by numbers! I know you are finally at peace and whole again. I am missing you terribly. Your loving and kind heart will live on through your family members left behind. I am so thankful that God allowed you to be my father. I could not have picked a better one. Thank you for the beautiful life we shared. I love you bigger than the sky Daddy!
- Patricia R. Grey, Dunwoody, GA
To Jean & your lovely family. I have the best memories of the wonderful times you & Charlie had with my Mom & DadBob & Mary Wilson. We had the best time at the German Country Club. Charlie was always so nice & had a wonderful smile & always something funny to share. God Bless your family in this difficult time. Our thoughts & prayers are with you all. With much love, Barbara & Dickie Cope
- Barbara Wilson Cope, Midlothian, VA
Dear Jean and Family,our deepest sympathy.Charlie was a fine person with a lot of friends.He will be missed.You are in our prayers.
- Tom and Judy Mahoney, Savannah, GA
Services under the direction of:
Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel
912-352-7200
