Menu
Search by Name
Search by Name
Aaron ELMORE Obituary
Born June 11, 1929, in Johnston County, N.C., Rocky moved to the Peninsula after high school to attend the Newport News Shipbuilding Apprentice School. His studies were interrupted for two years while he served his country in the Army during the Korean War. He then returned and finished the Apprentice School. He worked in the X-42, Pipe Fitter Dept. as a General Foreman and retired after 40 years, in 1989. He then moved on to the job of "Best Grandpa Ever".
Rocky was an active member of the Wythe Exchange Club, for more than 50 years. He was also a member of The Newport News' Mariners Club. His church home was Pine Chapel Baptist. He loved his church, attended regularly and served in many different ways there throughout the years. He and Christine enjoyed camping in their motor home, and he continued to travel with his friends in The Good Sam's Club for as long as he was able.
He was a skilled carpenter, building his family's wonderful home, helping build or adding to his children's' homes, and creating things like cradles for the granddaughters' baby dolls.
He could fix anything and we all benefited from those skills as well.
His other love was gardening. He always had a large vegetable garden that produced crops he shared with many.
Rocky lived bravely with dementia for more than 10 years. Jeff and Duane have taken very good care of him. Michele has traveled endless hours to be with him and her heart has been with him constantly. We have missed our Dad and Grandpa Rock for many years. Now without him here with us, we mourn his loss, but rejoice that he is now whole again and with our Lord, Jesus Christ.
His loving wife, Christine has been waiting for him in heaven since 2001.
He is survived by his children and their families, Michele, Jim, James Aaron and Christine Steffen of Kingsport, Tenn., Jeff, Jane, Luke and Erin Elmore of Hampton and Duane, Connie, Levi and Moriah Elmore of Poquoson.
We want to thank our family at Eden Court for their loving care of Dad since July, 2009. We felt your love and are so grateful. Also, thank you Heartland Hospice for adding to that care over the last few months and caring for us as well.
In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Alzheimer's Association., whose vision is a world without Alzheimer's, (800)-272-3900, www.alz.org or Alzheimer's Association National Office, 225 N. Michigan Ave., Fl. 17, Chicago, IL 60601.
The family will receive friends from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 31, at Parklawn-Wood Funeral Home. A celebration of Rocky's life will be held at 1:30 p.m. Monday, Nov. 1, at Pine Chapel Baptist Church, 1544 W. Queen St., in Hampton. Interment will follow in Parklawn Memorial Park.
Friends are encouraged to visit www.parklawn-woodfh.com to share memories and words of comfort with the family. Arrangements are under the direction of Parklawn-Wood Funeral Home, 2551 N. Armistead Ave., Hampton, VA 23666. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Aaron ELMORE
J.D. and Janet Ross
November 20, 2010
Our thoughts and prayers are with your family. We know you miss your Dad but have good memories that will comfort you during the coming days and years. The blessing is that he is now with your Mom and the Lord.
Sandy & George Owen
November 11, 2010
To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.
Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."
It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.
God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.
I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.
There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.
If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.
So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.
And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.
Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2010
lisa mccormick
November 3, 2010
Duane and Connie - We are so sorry for your loss. Terence and I have you and your family in our thoughts and prayers. God Bless.
lisa
November 2, 2010
To Rocky's family, Mickey and I lived next door to Rocky for 8 years before he went into the hospital. He came to most of our cookouts whenever we had family over. We missed him over the past year, but I hope they are neighbors once again. I miss them both. Brenda Strickland
Rebecca Johnson
November 1, 2010
Jeff, Jane & family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Becky Johnson
Jay Neel
November 1, 2010
I am truly sorry for your loss. May your fondest memories lift your spirits.
JIMMY DIGGS
November 1, 2010
DEAR ELMORE FAMILY
I WAS SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT THE LOSS OF YOUR FATHER & BEST GRANDPA EVER.I DID NOT HAVE THE PLEASURE TO MEET HIM, BUT I KNEW HIS SON JEFF.JEFF & I WORKED TOGETHER FOR SEVERAL YEARS.MR.ELMORE MUST HAVE BEEN A GREAT TEACHER BECAUSE JEFF HAS THE SAME STRONG & GENTILE NATURE THAT IS APPARENT IN MR.ELMORES LIFE.MY PRAYERS ARE WITH THE WHOLE FAMILY & ESPECIALLY MY FRIEND JEFF.
ROBERT BACKUS
November 1, 2010
Duane and Family,
I am deeply sorry about your Dad's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Robert (A Cut Above Insulation)
November 1, 2010
We, Sam & I wanted you all (Elmore Family) to know how much we did love the one you all have loved for years. We will miss him along with you all too. What a great person he was. We love you all an hope you all will see Rocky again. All who have gone on before us too. Love to you all.
Sam & Reba Turbeville
November 1, 2010
I am so sorry for your loss, Rocky was a wonderful Christian man and set a great example for us all. I am grateful for the time that I knew and served with him at Pine Chapel. My love and prayers.
Jackie Snead
October 31, 2010
I KNEW Rocky from Pine Chapel Baptist Church.He was a really nice man.God be with you all.
Kathy Murphy
October 31, 2010
I have many good memories of Aaron from high school and the Apprentice School. My deepest sympathy to his family.
Roy Massengill
Patricia Castleberry/Test
October 31, 2010
Michelle, Duane and Jeff: I am so very sorry to hear of your Dads passing. He was a very kind man who I will never forget. He gave my Mother and I many rides to Church, as we had no transportation. I do know in my heart that he is with your Mom now, that he loved so very much. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
October 31, 2010
Duane, Connie , Levi and Mo, I'm deeply sorry for your loss. I know
Rocky is in good hands, pain and suffering will be no more.
I value our friendship very much. Dennis Hall and family.
Showing 1 - 14 of 14 results
Make a Donation
in Aaron ELMORE's name
Please consider a donation as requested by the family.
Memorial Events
for Aaron ELMORE
How to support Aaron's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.
The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.
Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?
What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read moreResources to help you cope with loss
Estate Settlement Guide
If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read more
The Five Stages of Grief
They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.
Read moreWays to honor Aaron ELMORE's life and legacy
Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
Read more
