Gregory Rousseau

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Gregory Rousseau on June 13, 2025 in Lakeland Florida at the age of 49. Born on September 05, 1975, in Les Cayes, Haiti, Gregory was a beloved son, grandson, brother, nephew, cousin, uncle, a great friend, a true pillar of strength, love and hope who touched the lives of many. Gregory was a kind-hearted spirit with an exceptional ability to connect with just about anyone. He possessed a brilliant mind and an empathetic heart. He selflessly dedicated himself to the well-being and happiness of those around him, whether it is a friend, a family member or a complete stranger. His love for humanity was truly inspiring, Gregory ’ s commitment to education and personal growth led him to a successful career at the Polk, Osceola and Orange County Department of Health where he served as Business Manager, Business Consultant, Finance and Accounting Director for over two decades. In these roles, he spearheaded numerous initiatives that has tremendously impacted these communities. A natural born leader, Gregory ’ s ability to lead extended beyond his position and title at the DOH, he willingly volunteered his time and knowledge as organizational consultant to business owners and community leaders. Gregory was a fierce advocate for vulnerable populations, he made it his mission to foster and empower underprivileged communities by helping individuals achieve their full potential. Gregory ’ s ceaseless dedication, his generous and unwavering commitment leave a lasting example that we can only try to emulate. Gregory is survived by his siblings, Magalie, Carla and Carlito Rousseau; His nephews, Andrew W eber; Kayden, Kelvyn, and Kyrie Rousseau; and his brother and sister-in-law, Zaskia Parilla Rousseau and Adrian W eber. His aunts and uncle: Paul Celin and Buteau Marcelin, Julnie Almeda Celin, Jeanine, Clarice and Martine Rousseau. His cousins: Gladys and Raymond Felix, Nicole and Edriss Moussignac, Maricele and Roger Gay, David and Margaret Macean Marcelin, Rameau and Gertrude V aliere, Jean Robert and Leslie (Deschineau) Marcelin, Suzie and Serge Carter, Sergo, Tavern and Rose-Aliette Marcelin, Odevelyne (Mama) B. and Lovinson Anoza Saint-Sauveur, Brunette Bresca, Anne-Louise Marcelin and Yves Aleandre, Pierre-Dordy and Ketlie Marcelin, Gerson and Junie Celin, Rev. Pastor Deltho Celin, Fabienne (Celin) and Ronald Joseph, Rose Beyenne Marcelin, Joseph (Gens) and Annerose Rousseau, Alix (Bebe) Rousseau, Marie-André Rousseau and Carl Montima, Tania Rousseau and Dr. Jims Jean-Jacques, Gardy, Rony, Raymonde, Gladia, Anne-Marcia, Herold, and Lucas Felix, Naromie, Edrina and Adam Moussignac, Charlie and Judith Julien, Léonard V alliere, Dr. Darma Marcelin, Yves Macean, Djenane V aliere Saint Fleur, Ralph V aliere, Cassandra and Kenneth Prince, Sabrina Marcelin, Elisabeth and Annabelle Saint-Sauveur, Jason Joseph and Christelle, Jaden and James Aleandre, Stanley, Ketura and Stella Marcelin, Romard Gay, Christian Celin. Drs. Jerry and Anne- Lyse Bazile, Jerry Allen, Cedric Noah, and Christian Dylan Bazile, Reginald Bazile, Claude Jerome Bazile, Dr. Ametise E. Felix, J. Marc Saurel (Junior) Felix, Drs. Stephanie (Elma) and Jacklin Mertus, John Egger Elma, Stevenson Ricardo Marcelin, Kenisha Dorival, Y ardeley, and Jacqueline Porsenna, Carline Porsenna, Natasha, Judith and Anderson Desmothenes, Mairy (Mamaille) Marcelin, Ronide and Samuel Joseph, Saritha and Nixon Cornet. Herve, Chavanes and Laura Bazile, Marjorie, Chantale, Stanley, Stevenson Delinois, Dr. Delince Junior Delinois. His great aunts and great uncles: Mrs. Aline Marcelin, Mr. Cornet, Mrs. Rita Marcelin, and Mrs. Roselaure Marcelin, Mr. Mondesir Cornet, Mr. Joseph Celin.His first cousins: Lucie Marcelin and Joseph Dorival, Bernadette Dorival, Y anick Marcelin Félix, Ricardo Marcelin, Manette Charles, Arold and Josie Marcelin, Solange, Gardy, Stam, Frederic, and Aliette Marcelin, Marie-Violette Cornet, Mme Sylvain (Adrienne) Porsenna, Therese Bazile, Marleine Marcelin, Romann Marcelin, Marie Renée Corneille, Celiane Marcelin, Gilberte Cornet Jolin, Myrlene Cornet, Marie May Ledan. He was predeceased by his parents, Roland and Anne Marie Denise Rousseau; his grandparents, Louis Marcelin and Dieuvela Delinois, Rodier Rousseau and Fizelia Marcelin. A funeral gathering in honor of Gregory Rousseau will be held on Saturday, June 21, 2025 at 11 am at Serenity Gardens Chapel. The address is: 3350 Mall Hill Drive, Lakeland, FL 33810. The chapel location is within the cemetery on the west side.

Gregory Rousseau

September 5, 1975 - June 13, 2025