Richard James Rouff age 74, of Deptford Twp. formerly of Mantua Twp., passed away on Monday, September 26, 2022. Born in Pittsburgh, PA to the late Ernest Rouff and Agnes (nee Fleishaker) he graduated from Clearview Regional High School, Class of 1966. He earned his bachelor's degree from Rutgers in New Brunswick and was retired from the state of NJ, Division of Developmental Disabilities. Rich was a member of Mary, Mother of Mercy Parish and member of the 4th Degree Knights of Columbus. He loved cars, traveling, and visited 49 states, all but Alaska. He traveled all over Central America, the Caribbean and had been to Rome three times. Rich enjoyed theater, bowling, and playing poker with his friends.
He is survived by his brother, Arthur Rouff; his sister, Ruth Rouff; nieces, Joan Herrera & Martha Moore; and great nieces and nephews, Roberto, Ona, Braun, and Mahalia. Rich was also survived by his friend of 48 years, Andrew Hassay. He was predeceased by his brothers, William & Stephen Rouff, and sisters, Lynne Rouff and Janet Richardson.
Family and Friends may visit from 6 pm to 8 pm on Sunday, October 2nd, at Smith Funeral Home, 47 Main Street, Mantua, NJ. A memorial Mass will be held at 11 am on Tuesday, October 4th at Mary, Mother of Mercy Parish at Our Lady Queen of Peace RC Church, 161 Pitman Ave, Pitman, NJ. Interment will follow at St. Joseph's Cemetery in Woolwich Twp., NJ 08085. As an expression of sympathy, contributions can be made to the March of Dimes at https://www.marchofdimes.org or by mail at March of Dimes Donation Processing Center, P.O. Box 18819, Atlanta, GA 31126. Memories and condolences can be shared at www.smithfhmantua.com