MOUNT PROSPECT, IL -- Born Nov. 18, 1961, in Chicago, Kevin Rossdeutcher, 45, died Monday, Nov. 5, at home, surrounded by his family and friends. Kevin contributed to the successes of Gold Eagle Company over the past 10 years, selling brands like Heet and Sta-Bil to many retail channels throughout North America. Starting as a salesman 20-plus years ago, Kevin held various sales and management positions in the automotive aftermarket.

Recognized as a leader and one of the best in the industry at developing optimized business solutions for his customers, the Gold Eagle Company was honored to have him join their family. Kevin started as an eastern regional sales manager, where his contributions and talents did not go unnoticed. He was promoted to manage the national accounts. After successfully managing this position, Kevin was placed into the director of national accounts. Kevin will be remembered by all of us in the automotive aftermarket as passionate, results focused, customer service oriented, outstanding relationships based on respect, fun loving, willing to go the extra mile, never give up mentality, spirited and enthusiastic that was infectious to those around him.

He was the beloved husband of Christine Rossdeutcher (nee Borris); cherished father of Tyler, Emily and Melanie; loving son of Robert and Jeanne Rossdeutcher; dear brother of Robert (Anne) and Steven (Peggy) Rossdeutcher; and fond son-in-law of Leslie and Dolly Borris.

In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made to the Wrestle with Rossi Family Fund, P.O. Box 1455, Plainfield, IL 60544 or Hospice of Northeastern Illinois. For information, 847-255-7800 or visit www.FriedrichsFH.com.

Funeral Mass for Kevin Rossdeutcher will be held at 10 am Friday, at St. Raymond Church, Elmhurst Road (Route 83) and Lincoln St., Mount Prospect, IL. Interment will be in All Saints Cemetery.