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1961
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2019
Michael Rockwell Obituary
Michael served a short time in the Army, followed by many trade jobs, before finding his love of mining working at Henderson Mine, where he spent 23 years and retired in 2015. Michael had a passion for collecting rocks and gemstones and the outdoors. Some of the many things he enjoyed included hunting, camping, 4-wheeling, being with his boys in his garage "getting it done" and spending time with family and his dog Charli.
Michael was preceded in death by his father Robert, his brother Rocky, his mother MaryJane, his sister Bunnie and his stepfather Jerry.
He is survived by his wife Lela Dianna Rockwell; daughter Ashley Mossor; sons Rocky Rockwell (Maegan) and Colt Rockwell (Serenity); grandchildren Alyssa, Thomas Jameson, Kylina, Ariana, Baer, Baron and Leoric; brothers Terry (Nancy) and Rick (Judi); sisters Sharon (John), Laurie (Ed), Holly (Dave) and Merri (Buster); and several nieces, nephews and cousins.
A graveside service will be held Nov. 3, 2019, at 11 a.m. at the Georgetown Cemetery.
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Memories and Condolences
for Michael Rockwell
Leoric Rockwell
July 12, 2025
I hope you have a great time in heaven like you had down here
Leoric Rockwell
July 12, 2025
Papa, you have been a huge part of my life. You always cheered me up even in times when I got in trouble, and when I got sad. But anytime even I'm happy, you would make me happier. Love -Leoric
Ariana
October 12, 2022
Love you papa, -ariana
Ariana
October 4, 2021
I love you papa its been so long. I miss you very much, I love doing my math facts with you and when I would learn cool things about geodes. We all miss you more then you could ever think. I love you,
-Ariana
May 4, 2021
I love you so much. I love youre songs you played for me and your jokes were very funny. Fly as high as a hawk.
October 26, 2019
Love you, Papa. We miss you so much and were sad you're gone. -Kylina, Ariana
Ashley Mossor
October 24, 2019
I miss you dad!!
Ashley Mossor
October 23, 2019
I miss you so much ...my heart is hurting so bad knowing you aren't here anymore...I love you daddy !! Hope your wings are carrying you and helping you soar high!! I love you dad...
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