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Rocky Adams Obituary

Rocky Allan Adams

Battle Creek

Rocky Allan Adams, age 54, of Battle Creek, died September 4, 2015 surrounded by his family at Oaklawn Hospital in Marshall. Rocky was born in Battle Creek on October 4, 1960 to Mary Agnes (Chadwick-Adams) Hancock.

Rocky attended Doris Klaussen School. He liked old cars, music, and dancing. For many years he bowled, played golf, mini golf, darts, and did other things with Community Inclusive Recreation (C.I.R.). Rocky also enjoyed going to hockey games and eating out.

Rocky is survived by his sisters: Mary Sue Rizor and Sarah "Suddi" Adams of Battle Creek, and Linda Wilkins of Portage, IN; his brothers: Bill (Katie) Adams of Battle Creek, Jim (Gayle) Adams of Bellevue, Danny Adams of Battle Creek, and Larry (Ruth Ann) Adams of Odessa, MO. Rocky was preceded in death by his parents: James and Mary Hancock.

Visitation for Rocky will be on Wednesday, September 9, 2015 from 11:00 AM until the time of his funeral service at 12:00 noon at the Royal Funeral Home, Battle Creek with Pastor Mark Hopper officiating. Burial will be in Hicks Cemetery. Donations in Rocky's memory may be directed to Doris Klaussen (calhounisd.org) Dev. Center; or to C.I.R. (cirfun.org) and envelopes are available at the funeral home.

Published by Battle Creek Enquirer on Sep. 8, 2015.
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In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.

Shirley Wilemon Smith

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September 2, 2023

Sending Prayers to the entire family!

Shawn & Stephanie Garcia

September 10, 2015

I am so sorry for your loss. Am praying for all your family.

Elizabeth Chadwick Hughes

September 9, 2015

I am so sorry to hear about Rocky. I never had the pleasure of meeting him, but I did hear a lot of stories. Rocky you will be missed. We will see you again in Heaven.

Trina and Bruce Payne

September 9, 2015

Prayers to the family!!

Ann Johnson

September 9, 2015

Fly high you handsome Angel. Rest peacefully in our Saviours arms along with your momma & the rest of our loved ones.

Ashley Davis

September 8, 2015

Now you sir Rocky , are an Inspiration! You defeated so many odds against you & did so much more, way more than some intended. You were so loving & genuine to the core, thank you. Each hug throughout the years I will cherish & embrace all the love you had... Sure you still do- just magnified! Blessings to you, may you rest in heaven with all our loved ones Rocky. You're now again in your moms arms, praise God! You're a piece to so many of our puzzles, thank you! Hugs, love, prayers always & same to your siblings/rest of family. Fly high Rocky!

Ashley Davis

September 8, 2015

We love and miss you. May you be with your mom now and the rest of our family. Rest in peace.

Melisa and Brenda Chadwick

September 8, 2015

We love you!! Prayer for our family

Brenda and Melisa Chadwick and Moore

September 8, 2015

R.I.P. Rocky

Bobbie Nelson

September 8, 2015

Praying for your family at this time loss. I pray you are wrapped in Gods love and peace.

Sharon Powell

September 8, 2015

My sincere condolences to the Adams family for the lost of Rocky. Please take comfort in Psalms 37:10,11,29.

September 8, 2015

What a pleasure to know you as a Kellogg Traveler and now you are at peace...

Sandi Nowicki

September 8, 2015

Rocky, will miss your smiles. Always a joy to be around. Your life was way too short.

kathy peacock

September 8, 2015

Gonna miss you Rocky you were loved by many May YOU R.I.P.

Shirley Smith ( Wilemon )

September 8, 2015

Rest in Peace Rocky.

Fred Dillard

September 8, 2015

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