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Rodney Bones Obituary

Rodney L. Bones Jr. of Honey Brook Rodney L. Bones, Jr., 59, of Honey Brook, passed away on March 6, 2011 at his home. Born in West Chester in 1951, Rodney was the son of Marguerite (nee, Minnick) and Rodney L. Bones, Sr., both deceased. After high school, Rodney honorably served in the U.S. Airforce. He was a true outdoorsman who loved hunting and was an avid golfer. He was a member of the Mason Organization, Atglen Sportsman Club, the Polish Club of Coatesville, The Coatesville Moose and the Christiana American Legion. He is survived by his loving wife, Joan M. (nee, Harvey) Bones, his children, Joan M. Matson (John Perry), Amanda A. Gaull (Thomas), Rebecca D. Stringer and Rodney L. Bones, III. He is also survived by five grandchildren; his brothers, Steven G. Bones, Michael A. Bones; his sister, Penny L. Bowser; and many nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his sister, the late Sandra S. Smith. Relatives and friends are invited to his funeral service, 11 a.m., Friday, March 11, at the Donohue Funeral Home, 43 W. Lancaster Avenue, Downingtown, PA 19335, 610-269-3080. Calling hours will be from 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday and 10 to 11 a.m. Friday, at the funeral home. Online condolences at www.donohuefuneralhome.com.

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Published by Daily Local News from Mar. 7 to Mar. 8, 2011.

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Carrie Toto

March 9, 2011

I really enjoyed getting to know and care for Rodney. He was a truly wonderful person and will be greatly missed. I pray his family finds comfort and peace in God's arms during this sad and difficult time.

TINA RODGERS

March 9, 2011

sorry to hear about your loss Rod was a great guy ,,you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers,,

Angie (Chesnet) James

March 8, 2011

I am so sorry to hear about Rodney. Your whole family have my sympathy and prayers.

Tom Peszek

March 8, 2011

Rod will surely be missed around the office. I really enjoyed his stories, his sense of humor, and the way he helped everyone. I never saw him bowl, but he sure was good at tossing horseshoes! May you rest in peace Rod.

Lynn Gross

March 8, 2011

When I read of Rod's passing, the first emotion was shock. I truly believed that Rod would overcome this illness. He could fix anything! After shock came sadness. Sadness permeated the building all day yesterday. I believe I speak for everyone at our location when I say that Rod had a presence about him that either engendered laughter or calmness. All that knew him lost something precious.

Lynn Gross

Haluk Yildirim

March 8, 2011

Rodney was a great friend and collegue and very unfortunate loss for Bones family. Although I live in Austin, TX for a while now, I am glad I got to talk to him recently and it was really nice to hear his voice. He was full of life, cheerful and he was part of the Lockwood family for sure.

He will be greatly missed. May the comfort of God help his family during this difficult time.

Betty Walls

March 8, 2011

To the family of Rodney(Rod). I know this leaves a emptyness within your hearts. I want you to know that you have my deepest sympathy. There are times when things will seem to you that they are unbearable but remember the good times that you had with him, then things won't seem quite as hard to bear. Rod was a happy person. I enjoyed bowling with him as a team member and also just as a friend. So family when all else seems endless remember God claims his own.I will keep you in my prayers.

Tara Heaps

March 8, 2011

Rod was a great guy and im so sorry to hear that he is not with you guys....you all are in our pray's god bless your family

Ken Kress

March 8, 2011

Rod was a great guy. He was always so cheerful, ever helpful. I was often impressed with his bowling prowess and grateful for his hunting successes because he brought in home-made goodies. He will be greatly missed. My thoughts go out to his family.

Preston Caldwell

March 7, 2011

Rod was a great friend/co-worker. He always had a wonderful smile and very helpful. I am really sorry to his family. Preston Caldwell

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