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Carl N. Rockey Jr.

Carl Rockey Obituary

Carl N. Rockey Jr. March 24, 1958 - November 28, 2009 Carl N. Rockey Jr., 51, of Bellefonte, passed away Saturday, Nov. 28, 2009, at the Mount Nittany Medical Center in College Township. Born on March 24, 1958, in Bellefonte, he was a son of Carl N. Rockey Sr. and the late Barbara Hillard Rockey. Carl was a 1976 graduate of the Bellefonte Area High School. He was of the Protestant faith. Carl was a percussion instructor for the Bellefonte Area High School from 1977 through 1993. He was also a drummer and played in several bands including Shelter, Beaver Brothers, Renegade and the Hobos. He was formerly employed by Piezo Kinetics of Bellefonte. Carl enjoyed NASCAR, music, and traveling with family. He was an avid Penn State and Pittsburg Steelers football fan. He is survived by one sister Lisa Robinson and her husband Terry, of Howard; two nieces Stacey Robinson, of Howard and Jeri Beth Jarrett and her husband Nathan, of Montgomery; one nephew; Casey Rockey Jr. and his wife Tracey, of Ohio; two great-nieces; Victoria Robinson and Taylor Rockey, and two great-nephews; Connor Jarrett and Austin Rockey. There will be a public visitation from 7 to 9 p.m., Wednesday, Dec. 2, 2009, and from 9 to 10 a.m. Thursday, Dec. 3, 2009, at the Wetzler Funeral Service Inc., 206 N. Spring St., Bellefonte. The funeral will be held at 10 a.m. Thursday, Dec. 3, 2009, at the funeral home, with the Rev. Andrew Morgan officiating. Burial will follow at Meyer Cemetery in Benner Township. Memorial contributions may be made in his honor to the Carl N. Rockey Jr. Percussion Scholarship. While the scholarship is being set up, contributions may be sent to 1385 Orviston Mountain Road, Howard, PA 16841.

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Published by Centre Daily Times on Nov. 30, 2009.

Memories and Condolences
for Carl Rockey

22 Entries

December 9, 2009

Lisa and Family,

I was sorry to hear of your husbands passing. I came across Carl's obituary by fluke. You do know me, but I am Tim K. Rockey, currently working in the Middle East. My father was Carlton George Rockey Jr. His father came from Ohio, so I believe we may be related. My brother Carl (3rd), lives in Marshall, Tx.

I'm sure your husband will be missed, and remembered by his many friends.

My condolences to all your family,
Tim Rockey
[email protected]

Julie Lutz

December 4, 2009

Lisa and Family,
Sorry to hear of your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Becky O'Shell Halpenny

December 3, 2009

Lisa,

I am so sorry to read of your loss. I have many great memories of Carl starting with the Beaver Brothers, BHS band, and years after. He was truly talented.

December 2, 2009

Lisa, My best to you and your family. Your in my thoughts and prayers.
Nita

William Keller

December 2, 2009

Lisa & family, Our sympathy and prayers are with you. I was blessed to get to know Carl during the "Renegade" years and found his positive, light-hearted nature to be contageous. He will always remain in our hearts.

December 1, 2009

To this day I can still hear his arrangement of a handful of Chuck Mangione classics that he fashioned into an award-winning percussion ensemble piece, and I count his instruction and leadership as a highlight of my high school days. I hope that part of his legacy offers some comfort.

Tracy Deitrich

December 1, 2009

Lisa and Family,

My thought and prayers are with you and your family.

Paul & Sherry Wagner

December 1, 2009

Lisa and family,

I am so sorry to hear of your brothers passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Ashley Bird

December 1, 2009

We were sorry to hear of your loss. Take comfort that Carl is in a better place where there is no pain or suffering. His memory will always be in your hearts. We will keep you in our thoughts and prayers.
Ashley, Patty and Rick Bird and Jason too!

Edna (Gray) Packer

December 1, 2009

Carl Rockey was one of the best drummers I ever had the pleasure of knowing - marching to the cadences that he helped put together was AWESOME! He will add to the great big band in the sky! Sending my deepest condolences -

November 30, 2009

Lisa and Family,
Our deepest sympathies go out to you and your family. We will keep you in our thoughts and prayers.

Angel (Moyer) Hunter, Aunt Sharon, and Chris Moyer

Linda Barndt

November 30, 2009

Lisa and Family:
I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your brother. It is hard to find the right words to make this easier. Just know that we are thinking of you all and praying for you. Just know that Carl is home and will prepare the road for all of his loved ones to come after him.

Magallon Family

November 30, 2009

May you find comfort in the memories that are yours to cherish always, and strength in the companionship of those who share your loss.... I have learned never to underestimate the healing power we all have. It is always there to be used for the highest good. Blessed are those who mourn, for they shall be comforted. (Matthew 5:4) May it be a source of inner strength to know that there's a loving God watching over you, and that, throughout this time of need, He'll stay close by your side. I have fought the fine fight, I have run the course to the finish, I have observed the faith.-2Timothy 4:7. As for me, I will lie down that I may sleep; I shall certainly awake, for Jehovah himself keeps supporting me. -Psalms 3:5

Deb Stine-DiPietro

November 30, 2009

You are all in my thoughts and prayers. Carl and I were friends from middle school on. He had a great personality. He will be missed.

Pam Mccloskey

November 30, 2009

I'm so so sorry. I know there are no words that can truly give comfort in a time like this, but please know Carly was loved by so many people. He always had a smile for everyone, and definately was a major player in my life. He will be missed, but never gone!!! I love you all--Pam

Katie Deitrich

November 30, 2009

We're so very sorry for your loss, your family will be in our thoughts and our prayers. I will always remember Carlie with a big smile on his face.

November 30, 2009

We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.

Brenda (Shuey) Boone

November 30, 2009

Carl and I grew up in the same neighborhood and graduated together. I will always remember his great smile and his love of music. May his memories bring you comfort. God Bless.

Ken Hawk

November 30, 2009

I am sorry for your loss. In the few times I met him he was always pleasant and enjoyed his family. I'm sure he'll be missed by everyone that knew him.

Louise Young

November 30, 2009

Carl and Lisa,
So sorry to hear of your son, brothers passing. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
May you take comfort in knowing that Lord has called him home and that he will forever live in our hearts and memories.

November 30, 2009

Lisa, Terry, Stacey and Jeri-B,
We are so sorry for your loss--Your family is in our thoughts and prayers.

Susan, Ashley and Britney

Darayl Smith

November 30, 2009

Lisa..

I'm so sorry at the loss of your brother.

"Rock" was a great guy, and the most talented musician I've ever known.

His abilities were the envy of most...myself included. What others had to work so hard at, was effortless for Carl.

I had always hoped he would have moved on to "bigger & better" things. He was more than capable of "hitting the big time", and I used to prod him to go to Nashville, and try.

Although I hadn't seen him in several years, I will always have the fond memories of him.

Please accept my condolences.

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