1935 - 2026
Alfred served in the United States Air Force, graduating from its Aviation Cadet Program in 1956 as a navigator and receiving a commission as a second lieutenant. He served as a radar operator and navigator/bombardier aboard B-47s, B-52s, and C-130s in Europe and Asia. One notable assignment involved Area 51 and the development and deployment of the A-12 and Mach 3 aircraft. He retired from the Air Force in 1974.
He later earned a bachelor’s degree in mathematics and a master’s degree in education from Framingham State College. Alfred retired in 2000 after teaching mathematics at Milford High School.
He is survived by his sons, Michael Rossetti and Jonathan Rossetti; grandchildren Alexander, Olive, and Fox; great-grandchildren Kamilla and Kora; daughter-in-law Alyx; and sister-in-law Linda. He was predeceased by his daughter, Christina Rossetti, and his brother, John Rossetti.
Calling hours will be held Tuesday, November 3rd, 2026, from 9 to 11 AM, followed by a funeral home service. Burial will follow at St. Mary’s Cemetery on Cedar Street in Milford.
