Richard Lee Roark
1968 - 2022
Richard Lee Roark
1968 - 2022
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BORN
1968
DIED
2022
Richard Roark Obituary
Rural Retreat, VA
Richard Lee Roark, age 53, passed away Friday, February 18, 2022 at the Pikeville Medical Center in Pikeville, KY.
Richard was born in Harford County, MD and was preceded in death by his father Oscar Roark. Richard worked for many years in construction, and for 20 years at Visador, before becoming disabled from a motorcycle accident. He was a loving son, brother, uncle and friend to everyone.
He is survived by his mother, Brenda Roark; sister, Robin Lynn Potter and husband Scott of Rural Retreat, VA; Pamela Hall, whom he considered a sister; niece, Tabitha Lynn Price and great niece Isabelle Grayce Shoemaker all of Rural Retreat, VA.
Funeral services will be held at 1:00 PM, on Friday, February 25, 2022, at the Bradley’s Funeral Home chapel in Marion with Pastor Tim Farmer officiating. Entombment will follow in Rosewood Memorial Gardens in Rural Retreat. The family will receive friends from 11:00 AM-1:00 PM prior to services. Expressions of sympathy may be forwarded to the family at www.bradleysfh.com. Bradley’s Funeral Home, Marion is serving the Roark family.
Lee Baker
March 5, 2022
Going miss you You was great friend
Sandy Gross
February 25, 2022
Please accept my sincerest condolences, Richard was the sweetest person.
Frank Vaught
February 25, 2022
I'm sorry for your family's loss prayers for you all going forward
Bernice Grubb
February 25, 2022
Enjoyed working with Richard many years ago . So sorry to hear about his passing. My prayers goes out to the family
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Eddie Barker
February 24, 2022
Prayers are with the family Richard was a real good friend of mine and also of my family. He will be missed.
Bonnie Blevins
February 21, 2022
Richard was my neighbor when I was a child. He, Robin, Brenda and Oscar were a huge part of my childhood. This was heartbreaking to hear about. I had so many wonderful memories of Richard. Prayers to Brenda, Robin and your family through this trying time. With Love
Denise Paschal Armstrong
February 20, 2022
I am surprised & saddened by Richard's passing. We were friends for many yrs. Very nice guy. I was a close friend of Robin throughout school. Prayers for the family during this difficult time.
Ernest III and Lois H. Musser
February 20, 2022
Our thoughts and prayers are with his precious family in the loss of someone so dear. May the Peace of God comfort you all in the days ahead.
Julie Snider
February 20, 2022
Mr. Roarkie...boy the fun we had in our younger years. 4 wheeling, riding around listening to music, and the malls. I cant believe you are gone now...you will be truly missed. Thoughts & Prayers for the family.
Timothy Roark
February 20, 2022
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
Tina Hayes
February 19, 2022
He was a great person I can't believe he is gone .His family is in my thoughts and prayers and I will miss him lots
Sherry Carrico
February 19, 2022
I am so sorry for your loss. Richard was a very good friend to me. I am heartbroken. Thoughts and prayers for your family.
Brandon Russell
February 19, 2022
Richard was one hell of a great friend and person . we had some of the best time in my life together. He will be greatly missed. Bless his family.
Shirley browning
February 19, 2022
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.
Judy Pruitt
February 19, 2022
Prayers for all of you. Love to all
Linda Funk Storie
February 19, 2022
So sorry to be reading this. I know you all will miss Richard like crazy!!! You all will be in my prayers. From your old friend who used to do everyones hair.
Donna Tarter
February 19, 2022
Prayers to all the family
Rosie And Bobby
February 19, 2022
You are all in our thoughts and prayers!! We are so sorry for your loss!! May God bless you all!!
Deena Umbarger
February 19, 2022
Brenda and family so sorry for your loss Richard was a great guy who will be missed Glad I got the chance to know him you all are in my prayers
Deena Umbarger
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