Sandra Lee Rossi Welsh

Sandra Lee Rossi Welsh (63) of Delanco, N.J. passed away February 18, 2025, after a courageous battle with Multiple Myeloma.

Sandra was pre-deceased by her husband of 33 years, Joseph Welsh. She is survived by her four daughters, Mellissa Brown, Brenna Slade (James), Heather Welsh, and Kylynn Albright (David); her eight grandchildren who she absolutely cherished, Bailey, Hunter Lee, Kenny III, Shirley Jo, Heidi, Mathilda, Samuel (named after her) and Briar; her parents, Robert and Shirley Rossi, of Delanco; her brother, Robert Rossi Jr., and sisters, Linda Gammage (Coy), Lori Wareham, and Lisa Polonczyk (Tom). Her sister-in-law, Patricia Britton (Lloyd), and many nieces and nephews

Sandra loved helping others and often lived by Audrey Hepburns quote, “As you grow older, you will discover that you have two hands, one for helping yourself, the other for helping others.” She volunteered for many charitable organizations including the Beverly Rotary Club, St. Casimir’s PTA, American Red Cross, NJ Teen Pageant, Hereditary Angioedema Society, and was the Community Patient Safety board member of  Cooper Hospital.

Sandra was a vivacious spirit, the heartbeat of every gathering, whose zest for life was infectious. Her unwavering positivity, boundless energy, and quick wit drew people to her. No matter the challenges life threw at her she always had a smile on her face and looked for the silver linings.

Sandra’s  profound love for her husband, Joe,  exemplified a love that transcends time and space. Her unwavering dedication to her daughters was evident in every facet of their lives. She never missed a sports game, cheering passionately from the sidelines. Her guidance and support during pageants led her daughter to achieve the title of Teen Ms. New Jersey. When her youngest daughter faced health challenges, Sandra fought tirelessly seeking answers. She cherished moments like prom dress shopping and mother-daughter salon visits, always ensuring her girls felt loved and supported. Sandra’s boundless love and proactive involvement were a testament to her exceptional role as a mother.

Sandra was an accomplished real estate agent and broker for over 40 years, working alongside her mother, Shirley Rossi, at Shirley Rossi Realty in Delanco, NJ,.  Her passion for helping her client’s find their dream property was evident in every transaction she handled, and many of her client’s became life-long friends.

Sandra found joy in life’s simple pleasures, particularly in her love for television. She was an avid fan of true crime series, often immersing herself in episodes of “Dateline,” and never missing an episode of “Antiques Roadshow,” enjoying the stories behind each artifact. The holiday season held a special place in her heart, as she loved watching Hallmark Christmas movies, cherishing their heartwarming tales. Her home was filled with the joyful presence of her beloved dogs, Lulu and Patton, who provided her with daily comfort and companionship,

As a member of the Beverly United Methodist Church in Beverly, NJ, Sandra cherished her many friendships. Come celebrate 63 wonderful years, 9:00 am-12:00pm, Saturday March 1st, at Beverly United Methodist Church, followed by a remembrance memorial in her honor at 12:00pm at the Church, 133 Warren St., Beverly, NJ. In lieu of flowers, monetary donations to the Beverly United Methodist Church in remembrance of Sandra and/or non-perishable food donations for Meals of Love sponsored by the Church, are greatly appreciated, as she was deeply passionate about giving back to the community.