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Carl Roark Obituary
Age 59 of Wilmington, DE, died Tuesday May 28, 2013 at his home. He was the husband of Patricia Ruggieri Roark with whom he shared 5 years of marriage.
Born in Wilmington DE, he was a son of the late Ralph and Ruth (Willen) Roark. Carl retired from NVF Company in Yorklyn DE as a Master Millwright. He enjoyed motorcycling, carpentry, cutting firewood, campfires with family and friends and vacationing at Delaware beaches. He was a proud member of AA.
Survivors include in addition to his wife, one son, Carl Steven Roark of Newark DE; one daughter, Kelly Roark of Newark DE; a "Nuther" daughter, Stephany Patrone of Gap, PA and nine grandchildren. He was predeceased by his brother Raymond Roark.
You are invited to visit with Carl's family from 7-9PM Wednesday, June 5, 2013, and from 10-11AM Thursday, June 6th at the Kuzo & Grieco Funeral Home Inc. (610-444-4116) 250 W State St. Kennett Square, PA 19348. His life celebration service will be at 11AM Thursday at the Funeral Home. Interment will be held privately. Contributions in his memory may be made to The Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation (Ride for kids) 302 Ridgefield Court Asheville, NC 28806 or to the American Cancer Society 92 Reads Way Suite 205 New Castle, DE 19720.
To view his online tribute and to share a memory with his family, please visit www.griecocares.com
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Memories and Condolences
for Carl Roark
Amy Roberts
May 26, 2020
Carl was like a father to me. I love him and miss him always.
Fred & Sharon Blevins
July 1, 2013
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
John & Candy Wimer
June 28, 2013
I worked with Carl for over 30 years at N.V.F Company until they went out of business. Carl was an exceptional man as well a very good worker and not to mention a good friend. After that he & his son would deliver Firewood for our Wood Stove. He always had a smile, it was not until today that I heard my Dear friend had passed. He was a good friend & his loss brings tears to my eyes & heart. I wish I had known earlier We would have paid our respects, not to mention he was just a good man all around.
Sharon Anderson
June 26, 2013
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Steve & Gen Gurczenski
June 5, 2013
Carl you are and always will be my bro. I will never forget the things you taught me. Without you in my life, things wouldn't have turned out to be beyond my wildest dreams.
To your family my deepest and heart felt sympathy.
Amy Roberts
June 5, 2013
Patti I'm so sorry for your loss. Carl was a good man and I'm glad he had you and your family in his life.
Kristi & CJ Bradley
June 5, 2013
Carl was my neighbor for quite a few years. I was sad when I had to move. He looked out for my son & I. He was a great person, always willing to give a hand to help someone out. He will be truly missed by my family and many others. Very sorry for your loss.
Jennifer Reichner
June 5, 2013
I knew Carl for many years. He was a great man and the world was a better place for having him in it. I'm so sorry for your loss.
Donna Davis
June 4, 2013
Carl you will be dearly missed. I'm proud to have called you a friend. We had many discussions at the donut shop and I always took your advice, because I knew you would never steer me wrong. I am glad you found that special lady to share your life.
eddie taylor
June 4, 2013
my deepest sympathy to the family.will never forget the good times we shared at nvf.
god bless,
eddie taylor
Jennifer Dodson
June 4, 2013
My deepest sympathy to the family in this sad time.
Erin Anderson
June 4, 2013
I'm so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
joe chanberlain
June 3, 2013
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
joe chamberlain
June 3, 2013
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Terry Z
June 2, 2013
God bless Carl and his family and friends. I will miss him. He had a most endearing way about him. And I always listened when he spoke. I loved his voice, words, and Carl. One of my favorites - Carl would say, put a D in front of Anger - and there is Danger. Bless you Carl. I'll miss you.
Linda Leisey
June 2, 2013
Steph...I am sorry to hear of your loss...my heartfelt sympathy...my thoughts and prayers are with you!
Shelly Kemp
June 2, 2013
Carl, you are in our prayers and thoughts. May your Father rest peacefully...
Shelly Kemp
June 2, 2013
To little Carl, I am sorry about your loss. I met your Dad a few times, when my son's Dad lived next door. He was a friend upon first meeting, he had that about him..... Rest In Peace Carl...
Dave Cannon
June 1, 2013
Sorry for your lose, he was a great guy and I have many fond memories. Ride-on Carl.
Barbara Petrucci
June 1, 2013
Dear Patti,
So sorry to hear of Carl's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you. May you be comforted by the Holy Spirit of God. Love, Barbara
Quishia Onyoni
June 1, 2013
My prayers are with you Patti. We all love you.
Joan Allmond
June 1, 2013
Patti,I am so sorry to hear this. I didn't know he was so sick. We will keep you in our prayers. Call me if you need me.
Joan
Dianna Buckley
June 1, 2013
My deepest sympathy to Patty and her family.
ken bullins
June 1, 2013
carl,i will never forget-you were a good person.i enjoyed all the years together at nvf.i will miss you-god bless your family.your friend ken bullins.
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