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Rocky Wurtsbaugh
Rocky WurtsbaughArrowheadRocky L. Wurtsbaugh, age 60 of Richwood died Sunday morning, August 7, 2011 at Riverside Methodist Hospital with his devoted family by his side.  He was born January 11, 1951 in Kenton to the late Emmett “Junior” and Patricia Ann (Smith) Wurtsbaugh.  He was also preceded in death by a son, Rocky Lee.

On July 24, 1981 he married the former Brenda L. Ritchie and she survives in Richwood.

He was a member of the Apostolic United Pentecostal Church in Marysville.  A 1971 North Union Graduate, he worked for 24 years at Liberty Castings in Delaware as a pattern maker.  He was a master carpenter and an avid outdoorsman who loved fishing, hunting and collecting arrowheads.  He also enjoyed collecting coins.

Besides his wife, he is survived by a daughter, RaVonda (Tom) Taylor, Marysville; four sons, Ronne (Dorothy) Wurtsbaugh, Goshen, Indiana; Jonny Ray, Matthew R. and Robert A. Wurtsbaugh, all of Richwood; three brothers, Junior (Sandy) Wurtsbaugh, Marion; Gary (Peg) Wurtsbaugh, Richwood; Donny Wurtsbaugh, Marion; a sister, Clarice Ann (Ron) Phillips, Marysville; eight grandchildren and one great-granddaughter.

Funeral services will be Thursday, August 11, 2011 at 11:00 AM in the Stofcheck-Ballinger Funeral Home, Richwood with Pastor Robert Jeffers officiating.  Burial will follow in York Cemetery.  Friends may call from 5 to 8 PM on Wednesday.

Memorial gifts may be made to the Apostolic United Pentecostal Church, 18838 Paver Barnes Road, Marysville, OH  43040.

Condolences and remembrances may be expressed at www.stofcheck-ballinger.com


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#1 from: Pastor David Hudson
 
Sun, Aug 7, 2011 at 8:12 PM

Dear Brenda and family, so sorry for your loss. Remember in those times we can not walk Christ will carry us. Deeply sorry for your loss and please trust we will be praying for all those hurting and devastated by this passing. With love, Pastor David & Angel Hudson.



#2 from: Suzanne Springer
Ironton, Ohio
Mon, Aug 8, 2011 at 12:38 PM

Dear Brenda,                                     I know what a loss this is for your family and all who knew your husband. Rock was a special person who holds a dear place in my heart and the hearts of all my children. He will be sadly missed by all. I will be praying for all of you.                        
Love and miss you! Suzanne



#3 from: Sonja Webb Horn
Mount Solon, Virginia
Mon, Aug 8, 2011 at 4:14 PM

Dear Brenda,Junior,Gary,Annie,Donnie,& Families. So sorry to hear of Rocky's passing.Time has certainly passed by and the treasured memories of being out to Pat & Juniors house so many years ago comes to mind.  Please know your families are in my thoughts & prayers at this difficult time.  Sonja Webb Horn



#4 from: Doris Willis
15120 bethlehem and claibourne rd
Mon, Aug 8, 2011 at 6:30 PM

To all the family of Rocky I send my heart felt condolences.May God be with all of you.



#5 from: lois magana
604 allenby drive, marrysville ohio
Mon, Aug 8, 2011 at 6:37 PM

to my dear sister brenda i will allway be there for u i made rock a promies that i would take care of u and i will for alway. i love him just like a brother. and he treaded me just like a sister. i will never be able to make bis, and gravy with out think of him.i know that life will not be the same for u. he would want u to fine away to make different life. i will keep my memories of him forever love u much ur sister lois



#6 from: Michael and Shirley Thrush
Delaware,OH
Mon, Aug 8, 2011 at 7:54 PM

I have worked with Rocky since 1990 and it was a pleasure working with him.  Our thoughts are with you and your family at this time.



#7 from: CHERYL[JORDAN] COOK
Richwood
Mon, Aug 8, 2011 at 9:05 PM

  I'M REALLY VERY SORRY TO HEAR OF ROCKY'S PASSING.IT HAS BEEN A VERY LONG TIME SINCE I HAVE SEEN ANY OF YOU.TIME JUST GETS AWAY FROM PEOPLE,BUT ANY WAY MY PRAYERS AND CONDOLENCES ARE WITH ALL OF YOU THRU THIS VERY SAD TIME.ROCKY WAS A VERY GOOD MAN AND FRIEND. HE WILL BE SADLY MISSED BY ALL THAT KNEW HIM.SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS



#8 from: sarah magana
122 1/2 n franlkin st. richwood oh
Mon, Aug 8, 2011 at 9:45 PM

my love goes out to my aunt brenda and my couzins and their babies that no longer have their husband,dad,grandpa with them! i will miss him dearly and he will be in our hearts forever and always...he was a good hard working man who loved his family and will be missed dearly! rest in  peace uncle rocky and say hi to my aunt polly and grams and uncle glen for me! love you very much :)



#9 from: Becky Maze
Marion
Mon, Aug 8, 2011 at 10:42 PM

I have fond memories of Rocky. He was a great husband & father. When hearing his name, it really makes me think of those great times we all shared. We all went fishing all hours of the night. I remember him catching live racoons with his bare hands & throwing them in a bucket before they got his fingers. He had a very good heart. He would walk hand & hand with his wife Brenda. He took very good care of his wife & children. He was a great provider. Those are only half the memories. God definitely has a place in Heaven for him. He will be dearly missed by many.
Ex Sister in Law & Sister in Jesus,
Becky Maze  



#10 from: Lori Taylor
 
Tue, Aug 9, 2011 at 1:05 AM

I'm very sorry for your loss.
GOd knows your pain. His timing is perfect.
I'll keep you in my prayers.        Lori



#11 from: Debra Webb-Shelton
Marion, OHIO
Tue, Aug 9, 2011 at 4:05 AM

saddened to hear the news of Rocky's passing..remembering his smile and calm nature..
.so young, just too soon!



#12 from: Barbara
Delaware
Tue, Aug 9, 2011 at 5:57 AM

I am so sorry for your loss, may you find some peace in this time of such sorrow.



#13 from: Fritz & Arlene Blue
154 S.Franklin Street  Richwood,Oh
Tue, Aug 9, 2011 at 10:05 AM

Dear RaVonda,Robert & Matt  and Ann:

Was so very sorry to hear of your loved ones passing.God doesn't guarantee us a tomorrow and it was his time to be called to his heavenly home.But remember he is in good hands.

RaVonda I miss seeing you and our talks.You tell Ann I said how sorry I am not to be able to come to the viewing.

Robert & Matthew Sara Arms said to say she is sorry for your loss also.

Arlene

You are on my prayer list also.





#14 from: Marianne Click
Port Charlotte, FL
Tue, Aug 9, 2011 at 10:27 AM

My sympathies go out to all the family of Rocky.  It has been many years since I have seen him or the family, but know my prayers are with you.



#15 from: Pat
Texas
Tue, Aug 9, 2011 at 11:14 AM

May the peace which comes from the memories of love shared, comfort you now and in the days ahead



#16 from: Cyndi Chase-Smith
Meeker
Tue, Aug 9, 2011 at 10:55 PM

Please forgive me, but I'm not good with words at a time during sorrow. So I found this saying.. I know for certain that we never lose the people we love, even to death.  They continue to participate in every act, thought and decision we make.  Their love leaves an indelible imprint in our memories.  We find comfort in knowing that our lives have been enriched by having shared their love.   ~Leo Buscaglia~

Although it's difficult today to see beyond the sorrow, may looking back in memory help comfort you tomorrow

May your heart and soul find peace and comfort

Love you Ravonda & Ronne

Your Cousin, Cyndi



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#18 from: Meredith Queen
Loving Care Hospice
Thu, Aug 11, 2011 at 8:21 AM

Dear Brenda,
We are so sad to hear about the loss of your husband.  We will be keeping you and your family in our thoughts and prayers.  Please call us if you ever need to talk.  
from your friends at Loving Care    



#19 from: Ronda Smith Hisle
 
Sat, Aug 13, 2011 at 6:15 PM

I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I grew up with the family around claibourne and always had  fond memories of the family. Rocky was always a fun guy and I will miss him. Please know i am praying for you all.




#20 from: Barbara
Delaware
Tue, Oct 11, 2011 at 10:00 PM

Im so sorry for the passing of Rocky, I was not aware he had passed. I know mom (Martha Temple) Really loved your family and felt that you were all wonderful people. Im sorry for your loss and know it's a rough time to get through, I hope you have found peace in your lives.
barbara burden mooney




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