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Richard L. "Dick" Rockefeller
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Richard Rockefeller Obituary
Dick was born on Sept. 27, 1937, in Endicott, N.Y., a son of the late Beatrice (Bowen) and Robert B. Rockefeller Jr. He was a member of the first graduating class at Northeast Bradford High School in 1956. On Sept. 27, 1958, he married his high school sweetheart, Shirley Wilbur, and they have celebrated nearly 51 years of happiness. Dick was a member of the Dille Parish United Church of Christ, the LeRay Masonic Lodge No. 471 and the LeRaysville Order of Eastern Star 498. Dick was an employee of the Howdy Jones Construction Company for many years. In 1987, he began his own business, Dick Rockefeller Excavating Inc. He was truly dedicated to his business and treasured the time spent with his family.
He is survived by: his wife, Shirley (Wilbur) Rockefeller; son and daughter-in-law Randy and Sharon Rockefeller, all of Rome, Pa.; brother and sister-in-law Ronald R. and Janice Rockefeller of Surprise, Ariz.; mother-in-law Eva Wilbur, Pa.; brother-in-law and sister-in-law Arlyn and Arlene Wilbur, all of LeRaysville, Pa.; sisters-in-law Helen Lillian Rockefeller of Endicott, N.Y., and Edna Marshall of Susquehanna, Pa.; nephews Dennis (Kim) Rockefeller of Endicott, N.Y., and Jeffrey Wilbur of Herrickville, Pa.; nieces Susan (Robert) Perez of Houston, Texas, and Robin (William) Huizinga of Willseyville, N.Y.; as well as several great-nieces, nephews and cousins. Dick was predeceased by his parents, Robert and Beatrice Rockefeller, and a niece, Penny Rafferty.
A memorial service and celebration of Dick's life will be held at 10 a.m. on Wednesday, Sept. 23, at the Potterville United Church of Christ with Rev. Karen Ballard officiating. A period of visitation and sharing of memories will be held from 6-9 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 22, at the Sutfin Funeral Chapel, 273 S. Main St., Nichols. Memories and condolences for Dick's family may also be shared by visiting www.sutfinfuneralchapel.com. Those who wish may kindly consider a memorial contribution to the LeRay Lodge Hall Association, c/o Mr. Harrison Johnson, RR 2, Box 418, Rome, PA 18837 in loving memory of Richard L. "Dick" Rockefeller.
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Cart And Jane Williams
October 1, 2009
Sorry to hear of your loss. Just got back from a trip, and found out. May all your memories help you in healing from this loss. God Bless!
September 26, 2009
Dear Shirley and Family,
We are so very sorry to hear about Dick's passing. We are so grateful we got to spend some time with you both in your beautiful home this summer. Stay strong and I am sure Dick and Dad are having some great conversations together. May God Bless You All!!
Steve & Brenda Demarest
September 24, 2009
Shirley, Randy and Sharon
We are sorry for your loss. May you find comfort in your wonderful memories. Thinking of you during this difficult time.
Jeff and Michelle (Pitcher) Haight
Jim & Peggy Coleman
September 23, 2009
Shirley,Randy & Sharon,
There are no words that show our heart felt sympathy. Although it's difficult today to see beyond the sorrow,may looking back in memory help comfort you tomorrow. You are all in our prayers and may the lord's grace and strength be with you at this time.
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Beckie Griffin
September 22, 2009
Shirley,
Want you to know our family is with yours in thoughts and prayers.
The Henry and Gladys Allyn family
September 22, 2009
Randy & Sharon,
I am sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. I am sure you have many wonderful memories of your Dad and hope they will bring you comfort.
Mary Saunders
Grant & Blake Morgan
September 21, 2009
What a wonderful person Dick was, and what a wonderful family he has. We will always remember him as a kind and caring person. We will dearly miss him, and cherish the times we had with him. Our thoughts and prayers go out to his family now. Love Tim and Ruth Neville
Dee Anne Reeves
September 21, 2009
Shirley and Rockwell Family,
I am sorry to hear of you loss of your loved one. My thoughts and prayers are with you. ~Dee
The Staff of Rolling Acres
September 21, 2009
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
September 21, 2009
Shirley, Randy& Sharon,Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time of sorrow in your lives.Darrell & Gail Nagy LeRaysville, Pa.
September 21, 2009
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Nancy & Rick Hunsinger
September 21, 2009
Dear Shirley & Family,
Our deepest sympathies and prayers are with you all now and always.
May God bless you and help you through this time of sorrow.
God Bless.
Race
September 21, 2009
Dear Shirley, Randy and family,
May God be your comfort and guide through the trying days ahead. With our sincere sympathy.
Craig, Kevin & Mary, and Sylvia
September 21, 2009
Shirley, Randy and Sharon
So sorry to read about Dick this morning. I didn't know he had been ill. You have all been good friends for a long time. May the healing power of God shine down on you during this time of grief and hold you in his loving arms until we are all reunited.
Your friends, Linda and Randy Jennings, Brazil, Indiana
Linda Felt
September 21, 2009
Shirley, Randy, Sharon and Eva:
Just know we love you all and you are in our thoughts and prayers. Dick was a very special man and we will never forget him. We are sorry that we can't be with you at this time. I am sure he is with the McCarthy's in heaven and he will live forever in your hearts and memories. His life should be an example to all who knew him. We will all miss him and his jolly chuckle. Take care and may God bless you and keep you in the palm of His hand ...Linda, Doug, Jason and Jessalyn Felt
Genevieve Rice----Sikora
September 21, 2009
Shirley and family,I am so sorry to hear the sad news my thoughts and prayers are with you.
September 21, 2009
Shirley, Randy, and Sharon, Our hearts and prayers go out to you in this time of great loss. Dick was a special person, a big lovable teddy bear and sincere gentleman to all. He will be surely missed by the whole community. Love.
Cliff and Linda Robinson
Gene&Gloria Edsell
September 21, 2009
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time.
Merna & Howard& Douglas Colwell/Mapes
September 21, 2009
Our thoughts & prayers are with you.May God grant you a strong faith & peace & strength!!One "glorious day" we shall all meet on that "Golden Shore"!!What a "Reunion" that will be when we all meet in that "Heavenly Mansion"where the streets are paved with gold!!All the adversities in lofe will be worth it all.God Bless & Comfort& Cherish!!
September 21, 2009
I am so sorry for your loss. I knew dick years ago when I was married to jim bennett. I hope you find peace in time.
September 21, 2009
To the Dick Rockefeller family,
May you have extra comfort and peace
as you move thru this time in your
lives. Dick will be greatly missed.
Bob Potter
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