 Rodney W., 59, of Totowa, passed away March 8, 2018. Loving wife of Mary (nee Rusciano) French. Devoted father of Samantha French, Shawn French, Stephanie French, and Skyler French. Adored grandfather of Mariah Cotty and Rocco Marotta. Caring brother of James French, Bert French, and Eileen French. Rodney is survived by many cherished nieces and nephews. Born in Passaic, Rodney lived his whole life in Totowa. He was a Salesman for New Jersey Sunroom where he sold sunrooms and conservatories. When Rodney wasn't working, he enjoyed cooking and spending time with his family - especially the family trips to Wildwood. Rodney's family meant everything to him and Rodney means everything to his family. He will be truly and deeply missed. His family will receive their friends for visitation on Tuesday, March 13th from 7-9 pm at Gaita Memorial Home, 154 Newark Pompton Turnpike, Little Falls. In lieu of flowers, please donate to help Rodney's family at https://www.gofundme.com/n7h92-raising-money-for-my-father , envelopes will be available at the funeral home to donate by check or cash - please make checks payable to Mary French.
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Thomas Marino
3/11/2018 06:13:00 am
Very sorry to hear of the passing of Rodney. Although I haven't seen him since grade school, we were friends. My condolences to all of his family.
Marianne Lennon
3/11/2018 10:09:20 am
With deepest sympathies
Joseph Iler
3/13/2018 05:44:26 am
With deepest sympathies to the French Family my Prayers are with you all.
Rohn Nussbaum & Family
3/13/2018 03:14:30 pm
I'm so very sorry to hear that my friend Rodney, whom I loved and respected has passed away. In 1996 I was selling windows and siding for Sears, always on the road doing the In-home Dog & Pony show I was constantly seeing Total’s trucks everywhere. Looking to make a move I decided to stop by Total’s headquarters. As I approached the front door a guy with his arms crossed wearing the iconic Total polo shirt was outside standing on the sidewalk. As I was reaching the door he slid over and blocked it. He asked, “Can I help you,” I told him I’ve been seeing their vehicles on the road and wanted to stop by to inquire into what job opportunities in sales might be available. With his arms now down by his sides as if we were going to have a showdown, he asked, “Do you think you have what it takes? A lot of guys come here looking for sales jobs, but not a lot of guys have what it takes!” “What makes you think you have what it takes?” Myself already being in the business for years I had witnessed so many hot shots come through the door saying that they were going to light the world on fire prior to their first appointment to become just another one and done. Knowing he was measuring me up, my reply was, ‘I’m not here to find out if I have what it takes, I'm here to show you how it's done.’ Rodney looked me in the eye and let his iconic roar of a laugh. We formed a bond and friendship at that doorway that never ended. Your comment will be posted after it is approved.
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