Chester Laverne Rockey, 77
September 27, 1919 - August 28, 1997
Chester Laverne Rockey, 77, died at noon Thursday, August 28, 1997, at The Oaks, where he had been a resident for several years.
Born in Etna Township on September 27, 1919, he was the son of James D. and Ethel Mae Lena Linn Rockey. His formative years were spent on a farm north of Etna.
Mr. Rockey lived at Meadowbrook Manor since February 10, 1938, and when his health faded several years ago he entered The Oaks.
He was employed by Passages Inc. for several years and while employed there was recognized for his contributions to the field of developmental disabilities.
He was probably the only non-athlete who received a letter jacket from Columbia City High School and he wore it proudly.
He was an avid fan of Columbia City athletics and was a passenger either on the fan bus or a player bus to all games.
For many years during Old Settlers, Mr. Rockey distributed Old Settler's booklets throughout the week with a brand new carrier bag from The Post & Mail.
He was a member of First Church of God.
Surviving relatives include a brother, Leonard Rockey, Millersburg.
He was preceded in death by brothers, Melvin and Lawrence, and a sister, Mary.
September 27, 1919 - August 28, 1997
Chester Laverne Rockey, 77, died at noon Thursday, August 28, 1997, at The Oaks, where he had been a resident for several years.
Born in Etna Township on September 27, 1919, he was the son of James D. and Ethel Mae Lena Linn Rockey. His formative years were spent on a farm north of Etna.
Mr. Rockey lived at Meadowbrook Manor since February 10, 1938, and when his health faded several years ago he entered The Oaks.
He was employed by Passages Inc. for several years and while employed there was recognized for his contributions to the field of developmental disabilities.
He was probably the only non-athlete who received a letter jacket from Columbia City High School and he wore it proudly.
He was an avid fan of Columbia City athletics and was a passenger either on the fan bus or a player bus to all games.
For many years during Old Settlers, Mr. Rockey distributed Old Settler's booklets throughout the week with a brand new carrier bag from The Post & Mail.
He was a member of First Church of God.
Surviving relatives include a brother, Leonard Rockey, Millersburg.
He was preceded in death by brothers, Melvin and Lawrence, and a sister, Mary.
Chester Laverne Rockey, 77
September 27, 1919 - August 28, 1997
Chester Laverne Rockey, 77, died at noon Thursday, August 28, 1997, at The Oaks, where he had been a resident for several years.
Born in Etna Township on September 27, 1919, he was the son of James D. and Ethel Mae Lena Linn Rockey. His formative years were spent on a farm north of Etna.
Mr. Rockey lived at Meadowbrook Manor since February 10, 1938, and when his health faded several years ago he entered The Oaks.
He was employed by Passages Inc. for several years and while employed there was recognized for his contributions to the field of developmental disabilities.
He was probably the only non-athlete who received a letter jacket from Columbia City High School and he wore it proudly.
He was an avid fan of Columbia City athletics and was a passenger either on the fan bus or a player bus to all games.
For many years during Old Settlers, Mr. Rockey distributed Old Settler's booklets throughout the week with a brand new carrier bag from The Post & Mail.
He was a member of First Church of God.
Surviving relatives include a brother, Leonard Rockey, Millersburg.
He was preceded in death by brothers, Melvin and Lawrence, and a sister, Mary.
September 27, 1919 - August 28, 1997
Chester Laverne Rockey, 77, died at noon Thursday, August 28, 1997, at The Oaks, where he had been a resident for several years.
Born in Etna Township on September 27, 1919, he was the son of James D. and Ethel Mae Lena Linn Rockey. His formative years were spent on a farm north of Etna.
Mr. Rockey lived at Meadowbrook Manor since February 10, 1938, and when his health faded several years ago he entered The Oaks.
He was employed by Passages Inc. for several years and while employed there was recognized for his contributions to the field of developmental disabilities.
He was probably the only non-athlete who received a letter jacket from Columbia City High School and he wore it proudly.
He was an avid fan of Columbia City athletics and was a passenger either on the fan bus or a player bus to all games.
For many years during Old Settlers, Mr. Rockey distributed Old Settler's booklets throughout the week with a brand new carrier bag from The Post & Mail.
He was a member of First Church of God.
Surviving relatives include a brother, Leonard Rockey, Millersburg.
He was preceded in death by brothers, Melvin and Lawrence, and a sister, Mary.
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