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Ernest E. Rorrer, Sr.
1946 - 2014
Ernest E. Rorrer, Sr.
1946 - 2014
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BORN
1946
DIED
2014
Ernest Rorrer, Obituary
Captain Rorrer served with the Virginia Beach Police Department for 32 years. He was a member of Bethel Baptist Church and serviced as a Deacon, and Sunday School Teacher. He was also a Gideon at the Chesapeake camp.
He is survived by his loving wife of 47 years Judy Rorrer; sons Ernie and wife Michele, and Lee and wife Penny; brother Dennis; sister-in-law Carol and husband Wilson; and mother-in-law Frances; 4 grandchildren Erica, David, Jesse and Ryan and 5 great grandchildren Cody, Morgan, Makayla, Star and Lily; and his adoring nieces and nephews.
The family will receive friends on Thursday, February 13, 2014 from 6-8 pm at Rosewood –Kellum Funeral Home, 601 N. Witchduck Rd., Virginia Beach, VA.
A Celebration of Life will be held on Friday, February 14, 2014 at 1pm in the funeral home chapel. Burial will follow in Rosewood Memorial Park.
In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to the Bethel Baptist Church Building Fund 1832 Elbow Road, Chesapeake, VA 23320.
You may offer condolences at www.kellumfuneralhome.com.
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February 16, 2014
Dear Judy,
We are sorry to hear about Ernest's passing and have just found out about it when Nancy Reid sent us an email. God bless you and your family. We are praying for you and holding you close in our thoughts.
We no longer live in Va Beach but have sold our house in Kempsville and are living in Supply, North Carolina.
Please tell Francis.
Our telephone number is 910 842-4338.
God bless you and your family.
Hubert and Dinah Fowlkes
Jim Tansey
February 15, 2014
On behalf of the City of Virginia Beach and the Virginia Beach Police Department, I am sorry for your loss and wish that I could of met Ernie sooner under better circumstances. Peace and prayers to the Rorrer family.
Chaplain Jim Tansey
J. Ernee Edwards
February 14, 2014
Judy sorry to read the passing of Ernie.When I Lived in Va.Bch I would see Ernie often, and would all was ask about you. When I would send my troops to the fwd area I would all ways say God Speed. Judy please accept my deepest condolences and God Speed. Your old friend J. Ernee Edwards(PA65) USAF/NGA Ret. Denver, Colorado
John McDonald
February 14, 2014
One of my dear friends has moved on to a better place. Ernie was one of a kind and always had a smile on his face. He would make a room glow when he entered. He would make it impossible not to smile while in his presence. I will miss him like a member of my family. Rest in Piece my friend.
John C. McDonald and family, retired VBPD sergeant..
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Nancy Reid
February 14, 2014
Judy, I am just so sorry for the loss of your sweet Ernie. I am thinking about you and your family and wishing I could be there with the family. Please rest and cherish the wonderful times you shared with your soul mate. I adore you!! Nancy Fowlkes Reid
February 13, 2014
May The Lord Jesus comfort and strengthen you, especially in the days ahead. Ernie was a good, Christian man and is now with his Heavenly Father. As believers in Christ we will see him again.
Ann and Al Carmichael
Dick and Marie Mimna
February 13, 2014
Judy, We cherish the memories of the wonderful times we shared. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Mike&Pam Stone
February 13, 2014
we send our love to the Rorrer family we are so sorry for your loss what a awesome Godly man Earnie was the angels in heaven are rejoiceing
James Elliott VBPD Ret.
February 13, 2014
My condolences to the Rorrer family. Rest in peace. Capt. Rorrer and may God bring peace to your loved ones.
James Elliott VBPD ret.
February 13, 2014
My condolences to the Rorrer family. May Capt. Rorrer rest in peace and God grant his peace to his loved ones.
tammi beasley
February 13, 2014
I'm so sorry to hear that Ernest passed away. He was such a sweet and amazing man. I loved making him laugh at the Bank and he always left me with a big grin as well. Judy if you or your family needs anything please just let me know. Your in my thoughts and prayers.
Tammi Beasley
February 13, 2014
I am sorry that I never made it to visit recently. I have missed him a lot since he retired. He served as my supervisor twice and I greatly enjoyed our relationship. He was a good man and his love for the Master was always evident. Family, you will be in my prayers.
D. R. Staton, C.E.Ret.
VBPD
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David Puryear
February 12, 2014
ernie was one of the good guys and I am saddened at the news of his death. we were in plays together in high school and judy I've known since junior high. ernie had a self assurance and affable personality and a winning smile. sure will miss him.
Frances Murray
February 12, 2014
What a pleasure it was to know this very kind man! Both Tex and I enjoyed our friendship with Ernie and Judy in Carrollton. Ernie always had a smile on his face and a quick wit. Thank you for all your kindness to me and my family. My prayers are with you and your family.
February 12, 2014
Judy and family, so sorry to hear of your loss. We go way back. Ernie and Larry were in boot camp together. You and I were high school classmates. Where has the time gone? With our love and condolences, Carol Spruill and Larry Ouzts.
Judy (Miessau) Watson
February 11, 2014
Judy, I am so sorry to hear of your lost. My prayers go out to you and your family..from your old classmate and friend
Bill and Lillie Dunn
February 11, 2014
It was a special blessing for us to know Ernie and Judy. We have been blessed to know and work with Frances at Salem Baptist. Ernie always had the brightest smile. God used Ernie and Judy in witnessing their Christian walk. Ernie will be greatly missed but he is enjoying time with his Lord and Savior. Ernie fought the good fight and he finished the course. God bless the Rorrer family and give you peace as only he can give. In His love and ours, Bill and Lillie Dunn
Dori Gilbert Fileccia
February 11, 2014
Mr. Rorrer, you gave me one of my most favorite teenage memories...playing "If you love me honey, smile" at one of our KBC Valentine banquets. I sat on your lap, rubbed your balled head, and acted like it was a crystal ball. You IMMEDIATELY started laughing, which was a tough feat during that game with you! Thank you for loving us as we grew up, bringing laughter to our world, and teaching us about the love of Jesus.
Mrs. Judy, Lee, Ernie and family, I am so sorry for your loss. You are in my prayers and we rejoice with you, knowing that Mr. Rorrer is sitting at the feet of Jesus making Him laugh, too! Love you all! Dori
Dolores Duggan Bailey
February 11, 2014
Thanks for being a warrior of the cross. You will be missed. Looking forward to the heavenly reunion.
Nancy Ruben
February 11, 2014
Thank you for teaching me about Jesus, Mr. Rorer. You will be missed.
Julie Isaacs
February 11, 2014
The Rorrer Family,
I am very thankful to have such wonderful memories of Mr. Rorrer, as I have always called him. You were both wonderful youth leaders that helped make me who I am today. I have fun memories of Mr. Rorrer through my immaturity :) such as trips, painted fingernails, the Pillsbury dough boy- including the giggle of course, "fat baby" for our youth choir Amy Grant song, and many times of him listening to my complaints and questions. He would even come visit me a few times when I worked at Dunkin Donuts one summer. Thanks to you both for your example of love you shared with me as a youth. Love you. Julie (Humphreys)
Thomas Wise Rorrer, Jr.
February 11, 2014
I met Capt. Rorrer at the Rorrer Reunion in Vesta. My Sympathy and Prayers go out to to the family. I ate a sandwich at a Virginia Beach Hotel named for him. Small world. I am a Rorrer family genealogist.
Diana - Karen Bitting - Thoma
February 11, 2014
Judith, Ernie, Michele and all - we've heard so many good stories about "dad Ernie." You are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. Here's hoping your sorrow soon turns to fond memories.
Herman and Sandy Campbell
February 11, 2014
We became friends with Ernie and his family in 1970, and our families shared many wonderful times together. We are now so thankful we have those memories to hold onto. Judy, and family, our thoughts and prayers are with your and your family.
Herman and Sandy Campbell
Steve Proescher
February 11, 2014
Captain Rorrer, I sure enjoyed your company when you visited our restaurant,Ellington's. Always a smile, and usually a joke or two. You are missed. My prayers and condolences to your family. May you all find comfort in your warm memories of Ernie.
Ray Bishop
February 11, 2014
Rest in Peace Capt. Condolences to the family. Ernie was a wonderful person and will be missed.
February 11, 2014
We miss Ernie's wonderful smile and good humor...He will be missed, but not forgotten.
February 11, 2014
Ernie, Certainly had a way with words and one sense of humor you had to laugh with. Judy, you have been a wonderful wife,friend, caregiver to Ernie and I know you will miss him. He would want you to pick up your feet and know that you both will see each other in Heaven. That is the blessing.
Betty Hougasian
Ginger & Denny Sanders
February 11, 2014
It is with prayers and heartfelt memories of hearing this news. We taught Youth SS for many years together. It has been awhile since we have seen him, but look forward to our reunion in heaven. Prayers and blessings to Judy and the family.
Georgia Robertson
February 11, 2014
Our thoughts and prayers are with Judy and the family. As well as all of his friends. RIP Ernie.
Bett & Raymond Ray
February 11, 2014
So thankful we had the privilege to work with Ernie in ministry to the youth years ago at KBC. I remember his heart for the Lord, and his unique ability to make everyone laugh. Our thoughts and prayers lifted for Judy and family. May the future bring hope for tomorrow, knowing you will see him again, and laughter when recalling your wonderful memories. He loved you all well and very much!
Lea Ann Noe
February 11, 2014
So sorry for your loss. My prayers are with you and yours at this time.
Glenda and Richard Daughtrey
February 11, 2014
Judy and family....
Sending our love, thoughts and prayers. So sorry, but relieved that Ernie is healed and still smiling in the presence of our Lord. He was indeed a Special Guy, loved by so many and will be missed. Lots of happy memories (and jokes.) to hold dear in your hearts and cherish. They're yours to keep forever.
Keeping you in our thoughts and prayers and remembering Ernie with love and a smile.
Nancy Musey
February 11, 2014
It was my pleasure to know Ernie and to spend time with him these last few months. His smile and sense of humor will be missed. I look forward to passing time with him again on those streets of gold!
February 11, 2014
As a young rookie officer, I was blessed to have started my career under the guidance of then Sgt. Rorrer. He had a firm but compassionate persona and a non stop smile, born of his obvious love for people, that any and all of us did well to emulate. As he progressed in rank and responsibility, those virtues never faded, they only positively affected more people. This world needs more Ernie Rorrers.
Chip and Rozalynn Federline
February 11, 2014
We will miss our dear friend and neighbor so very much. Our sincere sympathies to Judy and their family.
Steve Siegfried
February 11, 2014
I was honored to know ernie as both a fellow VBPD Police Officer and as classmate at ODU. He was a true gentleman and a class act! My thoughts go out to his family at this time!
Penelope Rorrer
February 10, 2014
"Come to Me, all who are weary and heavy-laden, and I will give you rest" Matt 11-28
You carried the worries and weight for us all.
I love you
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