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Rick Carney Obituary
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CARNEY, Rick E. 59, of Springfield, died at 11:04 p.m., Tuesday, January 27, 2009 in his residence. He was born October 30, 1949 in Springfield, the son of John and Martha (Rummel) Carney. He had worked as a painter for the City of Springfield for 20 years and prior to that worked for Clark County for 15 years. He was a United States Marine Corps veteran having served in the Vietnam War and was member of Moose Lodge 536. Survivors include his wife, Mary A. (Booth); three children, Angela Carney (Pat Titer), Gina (Jerry) Thompson and Jeff Booth (Brittanie Durst), all of Springfield; two grandchildren, Taylor and Samantha; two sisters, Kim (Ron) Pontsler and Robin Carney (Larry McAdams), all of Springfield and many nieces, nephews and special friends. His parents preceded him in death. Friends may call from 5 to 8 p.m. on Friday in the CONROY FUNERAL HOME. Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. on Saturday in the funeral home with Chaplain John Arnott officiating. Burial will be in Ferncliff Cemetery. Memorial donations may be made to the American Cancer Society.
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Memories and Condolences
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Jackie Martz
February 12, 2009
Dear Mary and Family, I was so sorry to hear of your loss of Rick. When Elizabeth called to tell me it was a shock. Be assured that Rick is in heaven watching over you all. His smile and fun ways will be remembered always by everyone who came into contact with him. He was a wonderful person. Take care and God Bless and watch over all of you now and in the coming days. You are in my prayers.
Jeane Filhart
February 3, 2009
Mary:
I am so sorry to hear about your loss. The few times I met Rick he was a very nice and funny person. You are a special person and that's why you were great together. I am praying for you and your family. I wish the best for all of you.
Jeanne Filhart (Schnitzler)
Amy Capers
February 1, 2009
Miss Mary,
Jaelynn and I are keeping you and your family in our prayers. We miss seeing you at daycare!
Amy and Jaelynn Capers
Crystal
January 30, 2009
Mary, I am sorry I wasn't able to come to the funeral home, I thought I could but... I hope you know you are in my thoughts and prayers. Rick was such a fun loving guy. I keep remembering when the 4 of us were sitting outside and Rick and Kenny were talking about not wanting pitty. I wonder what they are talking about now. Those 2 guys were so strong. If I can help in some way...I am only a phone call away.
Cindy Foley
January 30, 2009
Angie,
I am thinking of you and your family. Take care and call me.
Tamara & Andy Abraham
January 30, 2009
Mary & Family, I am so sorry for your loss. We can travel this road together & support one another. We have to remember that they are no longer in pain & in heaven together watching over us all. If there is anything we can do, please let us know! Love, & prayers to you all!
Jennifer Lemmons
January 30, 2009
To miss mary sorry to hear about mr.rick.miss mary you were such a alsome daycare teacher and a very cool lady our thoughs and pryers are with you and your family. take care from the Lemmons family
Jen austin sonnie chris and dolly.
Jerry / Karen McFarland
January 30, 2009
Mary, Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Rick was such a wonderful fun loving man. Jerry remembers there talks about Vietnam and will hold them dear to his heart. Rick will be greatly missed at corn hole and our LCR games. If there is ANY thing we can do for you please call. Love & Prayers
sheri tingley
January 30, 2009
Rick you will be sadly missed! Mary ours thoughts and prayers are with you and the rest of family. God bless you all.
jack and thelma sigmon
January 30, 2009
mary,we are so sorry to here about rick jack got a kick out of him painting the lines on the street.he would always tell him they are not straight if you need anything or just want to talk give me a call.
Debbie,Bob,Gus,Kenny,Pat Folden & Augustus
January 30, 2009
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Jerry/Linda Roberts
January 30, 2009
Mary:
We are so sorry to hear about Rick. He was a fun loving guy and never knew a stranger. We had some great time at the ball parks. Our thoughts & prayers are with you.
Linda & Jerry
Charlotte & Danny Beaver
January 30, 2009
Robin - you & your entire family are in our thoughts during this difficult time. Although we are unable to attend the service, know that we send love & prayers. Hope to be able to see you soon.
Angela Carney
January 30, 2009
This all seems like a dream. I can't believe you are in heaven, I love you dad and miss you so much already.
your favorite daughter Angie
Trish Kniceley
January 29, 2009
Angie & Taylor,
We are so saddened by your loss....please let us know if you need anything. You and your family will be in our prayers.
Springfield Xtreme Cheer
Linda Blevins
January 29, 2009
Gina and Angie,
I am so sorry to hear about your dad. I will be praying for you and your family through these sorrowful days. May the Lord be with you both,
Angie (Ferguson) Mosley
January 29, 2009
Gina and Angie,
At times like these, I know that the words don't really help, but I do want you both to know that you are in my thoughts. I am so sorry for your loss. As always, if you need ANYTHING just call. I love you girls!
Paul Lawrence
January 29, 2009
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
Tonia Tyree
January 29, 2009
To the family,our prayers are with you in this time of healing from loosing a loved one .. Sometimes we just don't understand why only God know's and he is with you .The Tyree's
Debi & Shep Sheppeard
January 29, 2009
OUR BEST FRIEND & BROTHER! You were one of a kind. You were one hell of a terrific MAN. Thank you for the love & laughs you gave us.
Laughter and hope carried us through good and bad times.
Thanks sharing your life with us as you lived it to the fullest.
Mary,We know that Rick is at peace now and our hope is that you and your family will find peace in the coming days.His spirit will forever be the wind beneath our wings. We know now have one more guardian angel watching over us! LOVE YOU
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