Crozet, Virginia
Dec 15, 1941 – Mar 15, 2013
Daniel Chapman Rorrer, 71, of Stanardsville, VA, passed away on Friday, March 15, 2013 at home after battling cancer over the last year. He was born on December 15, 1941 in Albemarle County, near Crozet, VA. He was the son of the late Samuel Adolphus Rorrer and Myrtle Barnett Rorrer. He was also preceded in death by a sister, Maude Rorrer Gibson, and 12 half-brothers and sisters.
He is survived by his loving wife of 22 years, Judith Ackerman Rorrer; Sisters: Emily Frances Rorrer Wood Coffey (Russell) of Winter Haven, FL; Doris Dean Rorrer Swenson of Stanardsville, VA; Phyllis Barnett Michau (Danny) of Staunton, VA, and Lucille Barnett Switzer of Clifton Forge, VA and a Brother, Linwood Mason Barnett (Alice) of Crozet, VA; a devoted niece, Carolyn Wood McMillen of C'ville, VA, as well as nieces: Rebecca Wood Andrews and Heidi Gibson Hyden both of FL; Leisah Swenson of NY; Deanna Gibson Flanagan of SC; Barbara Garrison Kastner of NC and Shelia Switzer Reed of VA; nephews: Eric Swenson of CA; Mark Garrison and Charles Barnett both of VA. He is also survived by stepchildren, Roxie Gibson, Robert Mawyer, Crystal Collins, Michael and Troy Mawyer.
Dan attended Albemarle High School and was a member of St. Paul's Ivy Episcopal Church. Dan enjoyed his retirement having worked at Basic-Witz Furniture, Morton's, Boar's Head Inn, Farmington Country Club, VDOT, Greene and Wal-Mart. Dan was a sweet, loving, caring, hard-working person and everyone was his friend. In his words "I am a tough old country boy"! His dear wife and working in his flower beds were his pride and joy. And, Sister "do not dead head my roses"!
A memorial service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, March 22, 2013 at Grace Episcopal Church, 97 Main Street, Stanardsville, VA, with the Rev. Jane D. Piver officiating, assisted by Chaplin David Flack of the Hospice of the Piedmont.
A private interment will be held at Rock Gate Cemetery, Crozet, VA.
Memorial contributions may be sent to: Feeding Greene Food Pantry, PO Box 13, Stanardsville, VA 22973-0013; Greene Alliance of Church/Community Efforts (GRACE), PO Box 513, Stanardsville, VA 22973-0513, or Hospice of the Piedmont, 675 Jefferson Parkway, Suite 300, Charlottesville, VA 22911-8618.
Anderson Funeral Service is in charge of arrangements.
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Dan was loved by all Who knew him and will be missed very much by everyone as well. He was a blessing in many lives and alot has been taught to others Thanks to his kindness and open heart.
michelle mawyer
April 01, 2013 | Waynesboro, VA
Mom,
I know your pain and sorrow. We will all miss Dan very much. He is now with God and is no longer in pain, and just remember he loved you very much and will always be with you in spirit. He will guide you through the tough times and he will not ever leave.
your daughter
Crystal and your son Troy
Crystal and Troy Collins/ Mawyer
April 01, 2013 | Waynesboro, VA
DAN WAS MY BROTHER IN LAW> I WISH YOU A FARE FARE WELL ON YOUR JOURNEY> LOVE YOU> JOHN ACKERMAN
April 01, 2013
Doris, so sorry to hear of the loss of your brother Daniel. Hope to see you at our next AHS gathering.
Linda Christensen
March 25, 2013 | Laurel Fork, VA
Doris. I was so sorry to hear about the loss of your brother. We missed seeing you at our 50th high school reunion. You were in our thoughts. Please remain in contact through the alumni association or directly with me. Sandra Booth Andrews
March 23, 2013
Doris, I was so sorry to hear about your loss. We missed seeing you at our 50th high school reunion this past September. You were in our thoughts. Please remain in contact with us through the alumni association or by contacting me. Sandra Booth Andrews
Sandy Andrews
March 23, 2013 | Charlotte, NC
My heart is sadden of your passing.. You are truly my Hero in so very many ways.. Your courage and the lesson's you taught me as a child and a adult, will be cherished in my heart forever..I will always love you, until we met again...
Carolyn Wood-McMillen
March 21, 2013 | Charlottesville, VA
Dear Doris and Family,
I am so sorry to hear about Dan's passing. I remember that big smile he always had. Please know that he is in a better place and will no longer suffer.
Much Love, Becky
Becky Hunt-Hitt
March 21, 2013 | Charlottesville, VA
Such a kind gentle soul has been called home to be with the Lord above. May his soft soul and passion for happiness be enriched in us all. You will be forever missed, Uncle Dan!
Heidi Gibson-Hyden
March 21, 2013 | FL