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John Vickers Obituary
He was born December 27, 1982 in Cabarrus County the son of Joan Denise Horton Vickers and the late James Michael Vickers. He attended South Rowan High School. He worked for Nestle Science, Wahoo's Diner, Carolina Beverage and BeBop's. Rocky was an avid fisherman, enjoyed cooking, and spending time with his children. He was a member of Stallings Memorial Baptist Church and the Wilmington Island Home Owner's Association. He loved his wife dearly. Rocky had a special brotherhood with his friends Robert, Scott, Andy and Lucas.
Those left to cherish his memories in addition to his mother and his wife Jamie Vanhoy Vickers; daughter, Roselynn Joan Vickers age 12, and son Raylan Crate Vickers age 6; maternal grandmother Lucille Horton; half-brother Michael Vickers; half-sister Jami Granberry.
Visitation: 6-8 PM Friday, January 19, at Summersett Funeral Home.
Funeral Service: 11:00 AM, Saturday, January 20th at Summersett Memorial chapel conducted by Rev. Larry Gilbreath with burial to follow at Westlawn Memorial Park in China Grove.
In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to an account for his children: Jamie Vanhoy Children's Fund, Lion's Share FCU, 850 Harrison Road, Salisbury, NC 28147.
Summersett Funeral Home is serving the Vickers family. Online condolences may be made at www.summersettfuneralhome.com.
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Pam Walker
January 23, 2024
Dear Jamie, Roselynn, Raylan, & Family of Rocky, we are so sorry for the loss of
such a Loving Husband, Dad, Son, Brother, and Friend of Many People ! He
knew how very much all of you loved him. Now he is well and so happy to be
with his Lord and all of his Loved Ones who have gone on before. May precious memories give you comfort in the days, weeks, and years ahead. You will see Rocky again in Heaven ! We hurt along with you....Cousin Pam and all of your Vanhoy Family <><
Vicki Morris
January 20, 2024
So very sorry for your loss. Rocky was one of a kind and so nice to be around. His smile was contagious and he will surely be missed by all
Prayers of peace and comfort for all. What a reunion he will have with Gabe. Luv to all
Michael Bond
January 19, 2024
We are sorry for your loss.
May God comfort each of you during this time of heartache.
Jamie,Kenya,Santiago,Michael
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