Alan H. Rohmer, retired educator, editor

Alan H. Rohmer, 78, of Milton passed away Wednesday, Sept. 18, 2019, at Seasons Hospice, Newark.  He was born April 23, 1941, and grew up in Secaucus, N.J., the son of the late Henry and Rose (Hensler) Rohmer.

Alan was a graduate of Jersey City State College, earning bachelor’s and master’s degrees in education.  After teaching high school history in New Jersey, he was employed as an editor for General Drafting Company in Convent Station, N.J., where he traveled throughout the United States.  Alan and his wife Jean moved to Landing, N.J., in 1965 and enjoyed their home there for many years.  In 2005 they retired to Milton.  Alan enjoyed years of boating, skiing and traveling with Jean, family, and friends.  In recent years, he found true enjoyment attending numerous concerts and gathering with family for celebrations or dinners.  He was a member of the United States Power Squadron and volunteered for the Mt. Arlington Fire Department. While living in Milton, Alan continued his love of boating by volunteering with the U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary.

Alan is survived by his beloved wife of 56 years, Jean of Milton;  his daughters: Elizabeth Fox (Christopher) of Middletown and Alison Dudick (Mark) of New Hope, Pa.; and his grandchildren: Austin, Nicole, Ella and Bryce.

A celebration of Alan's life will be held Saturday, Oct. 19, at 1 p.m., at St. Jude the Apostle, 152 Tulip St., Lewes, in the chapel.  A luncheon will follow the service.  Arrangements are being handled by Parsell Funeral Homes and Crematorium, Lewes.

In lieu of flowers, contributions in Alan’s memory may be made to Cheyla’s Rescue Foundation, c/o Summit Bridge Veterinary Hospital, 3930 Red Lion Road, Bear, DE 19701, or online at https://summit-vet.com/cheylas-rescue-foundation.

Please visit Alan's Life Memorial Webpage and sign his online guestbook at www.parsellfuneralhomes.com.