James Arthur Derossett

James Arthur Derossett, 40, died Sunday, April 8, 2007. He was born in Asheville, North Carolina and often remarked that he found comfort and peace in the mountains of his birth. James dearly loved his wife and three wonderful boys and truly exemplified the image of the devoted father and husband. He loved to laugh and had an incredible sense of humor. His quick wit and dry sarcasm would leave anyone in proximity rolling with laughter. He possessed the soul and sensitivity of an artist with the intellectual curiosity and discipline of a scientist. We have all suffered an irreplaceable loss and will miss him terribly. James is survived by his wife of 13 years, Christine and sons, Jacob, Garris, and Nolan; his parents, Ray and Anna Derossett; brothers, Greg Derossett and Marshall Derossett; sisters, Deanna Szpendyk and Janey DeNardo; brother-in-laws, Tony Szpendyk and Matt Denardo and many nieces and nephews. Visitation will be held Wednesday, April 11, 2007 from 6:00 until 8:00 pm at Broadus-Raines Funeral Home in Green Cove Springs. A memorial service will be held Thursday, April 12, 2007 at 10:00 am in the Broadus-Raines Chapel officiated by Father Donal Sullivan. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to Derossett Children Fund at Wachovia Bank. Please sign the family’s online guest book at www.broadusraines.com. Arrangements are under the care of Broadus-Raines Funeral Home, 501 Spring St, Green Cove Springs, FL (904) 284-4000.