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tony ward
February 1, 2021
I cannot believe it has been this long that he is gone. I think about Rollie and brother Ed all the time. They were both a big part of my life. I hope the good Lord built a rink for this duo before they checked in.
March 24, 2013
dearest marylin and eddie; may you be consoled by the memories of the many years and happy times you shared with each other; we have just heard of rollies passing or we would have been there for you and to share the thoughts of our youthful times;; love and affection debby johnson and bill bradshaw
March 3, 2013
Stan and I are so sorry for your loss. This message is for the whole family especially Muriel, Marilyn and Carolyn as we would have been at the calling hours to speak to you personally had we not been in Florida. Stan and Rob were regulars at the shop and always came home with a story or two because it was such a gathering place. We will also miss seeing Rollie at Molly's fabulous birthday parties.
Our prayers and thoughts are with you.
Barbara and Stan Traverse
Becky Specht
February 17, 2013
Our family sends our sincerest condolences to your family. My son and I are heartbroken that we missed the wake. We only found out this past weekend that Rollie had passed on. He was a daily part of our conversations whenever talking about hockey and my son's years with Pawtucket Youth Hockey. My son would not let any one else sharpen his skates. I remember when my son John had Rollie sharpen his skates right before a speed skating clinic. The skates had such an edge that when he went to stop at the boards while his skates and feet stopped his body kept going slamming right into the boards. It was hilarious! More than skate sharpening, Rollie was a joy to talk to on a Saturday morning while waiting for to get your skates sharpened. He will forever be thought of as a tradition in the Rhode Island Hockey community. May he rest in peace. We'll miss you but will never forget you.
February 14, 2013
Dear Tommy, so sorry for your loss.
Audrey (Fenner) Allen
Gina Ankner
February 13, 2013
Mrs. Woodcock, Mori and Rollie, It is always too soon. Because he was so loved, there will be tears. But there will also be the happy memories of your time together. Hoping those happy memories will be your first thoughts in the days to come. Thinking of you.
February 13, 2013
Mori, and Rollie... I will never forget the night of a game for EP, when I realized a rivet on my skate was missing. Your Dad fixed it for me as always, but when I asked him what I owed, all he said was "a goal". Thankfully that happened. Your Dad was a great man, and I was proud to know him. Hockey and Rollie are synonymous, and always will be. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time and always. Gregg Medeiros #12
David DelValle
February 12, 2013
My sincere condolences go out to the entire family. I met Rollie through his business as he sharpened not only my skates, but my friends skates to perfection. I live in Fall River which is a little distance from Rumford, but it was well worth the trip. He was a simple man who worked very hard and it was an honor to know him. Rollie will be sorely missed by all and his legacy in the area as the premier skate sharpener, will live on forever.
Jim Mullen
February 12, 2013
My condolences go out to the whole Woodcock family. Rollie, Eddie, and Tom were special to the Mullen family. Each one played for my Dad at Hope High School, and I was luckey enough to play with Rollie on the same line the year we won the State Championship. A special guy, who I went to visit just about a year ago. Enjoyed meeting Rollie Jr. for the first time. Please Rollie call me when you have a moment. Jim Mullen-508-864-1441.
LINDA JORDAN
February 11, 2013
Dear Muriel,
I am so sorry for your loss. My heart and prayers go to you and your family.
Jimmy & Debbi Mc Elroy
February 11, 2013
To Muriel & Family
So sorry to hear of Rollie's passing. He was a wonderful guy and a true blue friend. He was loved and respected by many. He will indeed be missed.
As time goes by and you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Susan Poole-Yany
February 11, 2013
Dear Muriel,Mori & family
So sorry to hear of the passing of Rollie, my prayers are with you all.
I will always remember his little shop in Rumford and bringing in blades or scissors for him to sharpen. He was a great guy and will be missed.
Dan Silva
February 11, 2013
Muriel and family So sorry to hear that Rollie passed on. I first met him at Dudley Richards and will miss Rollie and hanging out at the shop
Patricia Dionne
February 11, 2013
Dear Muriel and Family,
Our sincere condolences go out to all of you at this difficult time. We met Rollie through your neighbors the Grof's at some of their summertime cookouts.
Take care, Pat & Ray Dionne
Trisha Rossi
February 11, 2013
Dear Muriel and family. We are very sorry for the loss of Roland. Please accept our deepest condolences. Sincerely, Jo and Charlie Pringle and Chris and Trish Rossi,
February 11, 2013
Dear Muriel and family, Bill and I wish to offer our deepest sympathy.
Bill and Diane Badger
February 11, 2013
Dear Muriel, I am very sorry to hear about Rollie. He was a great guy. I will always remember his great wit and attitude.
Rick Cavallaro
Dennis and Barbara Najarian
February 11, 2013
Dear Woodcock family , we are saddened to read about the passing of your loved one ,please accept our deepest condolences .Roland may you RIP you will be missed by many .
February 11, 2013
Dear Muriel and family, We were so sorry to hear of Rollie's passing. We thought the world of him, he was a great guy. Please take care and know that we have you in our hearts. Bev Johnson and Family
Debbra Grossman
February 11, 2013
My deepest sympathy to the whole Woodcock, Nobrega family. Rollie was the best, funny, great spirits as I remember him. Memories back to the Dudley Richards Ice Rink days. Wow ! What a loss of a sweet gentleman. May he rest in peace.
John Missirlis
February 10, 2013
There is no one from my childhood I admire more than Mr. Woodcock. He was the epitome of "doesn't say much, but when he does, it's important". I can still hear his one liners in my head. He made me laugh and made me think. To my grave I will pass on his advice "Work to live, don't live to work". He will be more than missed.
February 10, 2013
Dear Muriel,Mori,Rollie Jr.,
I,m very sorry for your loss. I enjoyed many insightful chats with Rollie in the shed. He is one of a kind and will be missed. God Bless Him and all of of you.
Tosh Warren
john gallant
February 10, 2013
To Muriel and Family, So sorry to hear about Roland. I grew up with him and Eddie on Concord st. My payers are with you at this time.
Wendy Pyper
February 9, 2013
Muriel -- Never will we forget how Rollie went above and beyond for us and the hockey community. And how we loved the jokes along with the best sharpened skates and his spectacular Christmas tree! He is the best, and we'll never forget him. Hugs and comforting thoughts to you and your family -- The Bob Pypers
Elizabeth Lefebvre
February 9, 2013
We will always remember "Rollie" for his wonderful sense of humor, charismatic personality and beautiful smile. Myles especially enjoyed talking to Rollie during fellowship hour at church about his hockey experiences and knowledge and the various games and players. He was a wonderful human being and he touched our family with his big heart. We think of Rollie's entire family as you go through this very difficult time.
Love, Chris, Elizabeth, Owen and Myles Lefebvre
Bobbi Abowitt
February 9, 2013
Muriel,
You may not remember me, but we went to RIC together. A former student who knew your husband sent the information to me, thinking I knew Rollie. Anyway, I was amazed to see your name, and I wanted to tell you how very sorry I am about your loss. I hope your children and you will hold tight to the wonderful memories and stay strong with the love of family. Bobbi Abowitt
Marjorie Frackelton
February 9, 2013
Muriel,
My thoughts and prayers are with you at this most difficult time.
Michael Sparda
February 8, 2013
To the Woodcock family,
I just wanted to say how sorry I am for your loss; you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Jim Woodcock
February 8, 2013
My thoughts and prayers are with my extended family in Rhode Island. Uncle Rollie will always be remembered as a wonderful Uncle who always had a smile on his face and a kind word to share. I'll never forget the time spent at the beach or hanging out at the skate shop with Uncle Rollie. My prayers, thoughts and love go out to my cousins, aunts and dad back East. Love you all Jim Woodcock
Tony Ward
February 8, 2013
Many an edge you put on my blades, many great things we did together including brother Edward. We had a good group of guys for our weekly hockey game and we met a great bunch of guys playing the best game in the world. I never forget a good friend and you are at the top of my list.
Doug Martin
February 8, 2013
Rollie's was a happy place to go. I'll miss talking cars with Rollie. He'd always say "OK, my man!!!!" when your skates were ready. He'll be missed by many!
Mark Messier
February 8, 2013
rollie thanks for the edge brother. The hockey world will miss you!!!!!!!! Your family will be in our prayers at this trying time Rest in PEACE
Jean and Rob Petisce-Lynch
February 8, 2013
Dear Muriel, Mori, and Rollie,
Rob and I are so sorry for your loss. Muriel, we were so glad you sent us to his shop to sharpen our skates that day, and we got the chance to meet your wonderful husband,(and dad). After reading all these beautiful tributes, everyone mentioned his beautiful smile. We noticed the same thing, it is what we remembered. His amazing smile and gentle, generous spirit. You have an amazing family, you will be there for each other. Call us anytime. Love and prayers,
Jean and Rob (Petisce) Lynch
508-557-1012
Bob and Jackie Bourne
February 8, 2013
Dear Muriel & Family,
You are all in our thoughts and prayers during your time of loss. We will never forget the good times we spent at the shop while getting Robby's skates sharpened to the perfect edge that no one else ever could do. Although we have been away from hockey for many years, one never forgets Rollie and all he has done over the years for hockey players throughout Rhode Island. Bob, Jackie, Missy and Robby send to you our deepest sympathies. He will be greatly missed.
The Bourne Family
Sonya & Arthur Moniz
February 8, 2013
Rollie will be missed not only for the edges he provided all the skaters in Rhode Island but also for his infectious smile....RIP Rollie we hope you are giving everyone an edge in heaven!
Dick Reniere
February 8, 2013
I have lost another old friend. Rollie was a great guy with a big smile who always had a friendly greeting.
Bob Chase
February 8, 2013
Mrs. Woodcock, Mori & Rollie Jr.,
You are all in our thoughts and prayers. Mr. Woodcock will be greatly missed. We are here for you.
The Chase Family
Scott Cronin
February 8, 2013
We have lost a legend in Rhode Island hockey lore! He was the man who gave us the "edge" and put a smile on your face everytime you stopped by the shop! My thoughts and prayers go out to Muriel,Rollie Jr and Mori.
February 8, 2013
Rollie was my guy for over 20 years. No one but him ever touched my skates from youth hockey through college. You are a piece of RI hockey history!
Ted Shannon
February 8, 2013
Dear Muriel & Family,
Please accept my deepest sympathy for Rollie. He was such a wonderful guy and I always enjoyed our great conversations while getting my skates sharpened. Rollie's wit and repartee were legendary and you could always get the latest hockey scoop from him. He was truly a RI Institution! My son Clyde was in awe upon his first visit to Rollie's Skate Shop. He immediately sensed that Rollie was the real deal when it came to all things hockey, and life for that matter.
My thoughts and prayers are with you. May God Bless Rollie and all of you. Respectfully,
Ted Shannon
Lori and Carlos Cabana
February 8, 2013
We are so sorry for your loss. Thinking of you during this sad time.
Scott McLean
February 8, 2013
Muriel & Family,
So sorry to hear of your loss.
Take comfort in knowing the joy that Rollie brought to so many of us. The weekly stop at Rollie's shop was a treasure. He was a part of my whole life and it was a pleasure to have my teenage daughter get to know him also (he called her the wrecker).
The hockey world is very sad today.
He will be dearly missed but remembered always!
Su Fiorentino
February 8, 2013
Dear Mori - It was a great fight that your dad, and your family, fought -- you were so fortunate to have a good Christmas in your new home -- remember what I've told you -- he will always be with you -- LOOK FOR THE SIGNS.
My condolences go out to all of you -- Su Fiorentino
Patty Yerid
February 8, 2013
Roland you where my neighbor, my friend, my right hand man for the last 20 years. You never failed to bail me out of Engine troubles, Rollie Blades for my kids, the famous Leaf a Lene,(you were always a great inventor) Snowblowing my driveways, lending me a mower or cutting my grass. The list goes on my friend. You will be sadly missed. May you rest now and watch over your beautiful family.
February 8, 2013
Sorry for your loss. May fond memories bring you comfort during this difficult time. Your entire family is in our prayers. RIP Rollie.
Love, Carol & Paul Dupre
Susan Gail
February 7, 2013
So so sorry to hear of Rollie's passing...his sense of humor and welcoming smile is something I will treasure forever! RIP my friend!
February 7, 2013
My sympathies to the entire family. An integral part of RI High School Hockey for so many. Always encouraging to me, I have fond memories of chatting for long periods by the woodstove.
RIP Rollie.
Russell Bergevine
Tolman High 80-83
Bruce Moreau
February 7, 2013
Rollie represented a piece of hockey history throughout R.I. I will always cherish the times I spent sharing a coffee and listening to a story from my friend of some 40 yrs. I thank God I played hockey because that allowed me to meet and develop a life long friendship with my hockey legend; Rollie. He will be sadly missed but never forgotten. Muriel, Rollie jr and Mori are in my thoughts and prayers..
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