SARATOGA SPRINGS — Robert L. Roselle, 96, formerly of Embury Apartments and a lifelong resident of Saratoga Springs, died peacefully at Maplewood Manor in Ballston Spa on October 10 where he was rehabbing.
Born on May 23, 1917 in Saratoga Springs, he was the son of the late James L. Roselle and Margaret Fitzgerald Roselle.
Robert was the owner and operator of Tops Pest Control in the city for many years.
He enjoyed listening to music, especially jazz and country western, such artist as Louie Armstrong and Gene Audrey. Bob was also a pet lover throughout his life and had many dogs and recently lost his pet “Birdie.” He also loved to visit with Kathy’s dogs, Pepe and Rocky.
Survivors include a stepdaughter Kathy Kelly of Saratoga Springs, a brother John Roselle of Pensacola, Florida, a sister in-law Joyce Roselle of South Glens Falls, a nephew James and his wife Kimberly Roselle of Ballston Spa and several nieces, nephews and cousins.
Graveside services will be on Saturday October 19 at St. Peter’s Cemetery at 11 a.m. Arrangements are under the direction of the Tunison Funeral Home, 105 Lake Ave. Saratoga Springs, NY 12866.
Online remembrances can be made at www.tunisonfuneralhome.com
