Judi Rossiter

CARBONDALE - Judith Carolyn Rossiter, 78, passed away on Thursday, September 5, 2024 at Anna Rehabilitation and Nursing Center.

Judi was born on December 14, 1945 in Aurora to Robert Henderson and Gloria (Laning) Henderson-Bentz. Judi married James "Jim" Rossiter on July 18, 1983 in Carbondale. He preceded her in death on January 24, 2015.

She was a beloved Academic Advisor of Journalism at SIUC. She dedicated her life to helping students navigate their academic journeys with warmth, wisdom, and unwavering support. Judi and Jim were longtime supporters of Saluki Athletics with season tickets to both basketball and football games. She was an active longtime member at First United Methodist Church in Carbondale and enjoyed singing in the choir. Judi's compassionate spirit will always be remembered and her presence will be deeply missed by all who knew her.

Judi is survived by her daughter and son-in-law, Rev. Dr. Elizabeth and Rev. Michael W. Fender of Sullivan, son and daughter-in-law, Robert and Karen Gallegly of Carbondale, and step-son, James K. Rossiter of Carbondale; four grandchildren, Micah and Jonah Fender, Anna (Noah) Anderson, and Brenden Gallegly; sister, Janice (Ernie) Browning and nephew, Douglas (Margaret) Flummer. She is also survived by her former husband and father of her children, Thomas (Carolyn) Gallegly.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Jim Rossiter, and her parents.

A Memorial Service for Judi will be held at 11:00am on Saturday, September 14, 2024 at First United Methodist Church in Carbondale with Rev. Jim Barnett officiating. Visitation will be from 9:30am until the service time on Saturday. Private entombment will be held at a later date.  For those who were unable to attend the service it can be viewed here: Judi Rossiter Service Video

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made in Judi's name to First United Methodist Church Music Fund or Saluki Athletics and will be accepted at the church.

Meredith Funeral Home in Carbondale assisted the family with arrangements. To leave a story or memory of Judi visit www.meredithfh.com