Rita Gruntler Roussos Obituary

The passing of Rita Gruntler Roussos (Hyde Park, New York) occurred on August 31, 2026. Rita, born on October 31, 1946, shared life with family, friends, and community. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

Rita touched many lives and will be remembered fondly for the moments shared and the memories created. Family, friends, and colleagues extend their love and support during this time. While Rita’s presence will be missed, the influence she had on others will remain. Those who knew her will carry forward memories that reflect her character and spirit.

She was loved and cherished by many people including: her parents, Dora Gruntler and Frederick Gruntler; her brother Greg Gruntler; her husband Phillip Roussos; her pets, Halloween, Boston and Molly; her daughter Jessica Roussos-Berkowitz; her son-in-law Andrew Berkowitz; her daughter Paula Roussos; and her grandchildren, Maddisyn Hajba, Ian Berkowitz, Ana Berkowitz and Mackenzey Fuller.