It is with a heavy heart that we notify you of the passing of one of our members, Phil Rooney. A well-loved Realtor® with Edwards Realty, Son-in-law to our members Lisa and David Durgin, and lifelong resident of Cocoa Beach, FL, Phil passed away June 30, 2020 at the age of 44.
He is survived by his wife of 20 years, Anne, and their children Nathan, Leah and her partner Michael Abston. His mother Marcia Rooney, brother Chris Rooney and partner Bridget Johnson, niece Ayla Rooney. Along with his in-laws Lisa and David Durgin of Cocoa Beach. He was predeceased by his father Pat Rooney, and his grandparents Tom and Vera Tressler.
Phil was a Broker Associate at Edwards Realty in Cocoa Beach for 18 years he worked and helped to build the family business. Phil was very involved in the Realtor® Association giving back to his profession by serving as Chairman for the Professional Standards Committee in 2019, serving on the Grievance and Property Management Committee for several years and gave back to his community serving on the Brevard’s Children and Families in Need Committee. Phil was a family man first, his family was his world. He loved his wife and children. Anyone that knew him knew that he loved golf, horseshoes, and darts. He was an outstanding cook and hosted many of his famous barbecues. Phil has touched many lives in the community as a lifelong resident of Brevard County. He was a friend to many, never without a smile, and a good thing to say about everyone. His laugh was contagious! Phil would want us to list all of his friends, but there are hundreds of you! You all know who you are, and if you were touched by him you will have wonderful memories to carry you along.
In lieu of flowers the family respectfully asked that donations be sent to Brevard Children and Families in Need.
A service is scheduled for 5:00 p.m. on July 7, 2020 at Space Coast Association of Realtors® 2950 Pineda Plaza Way Palm Shores, FL 32940.
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