Obituary of Robert J. Rookey

Robert J. Rookey "Bob" January 25, 1961-August 31, 2015 Honeoye Falls. Passed away Monday, August 31st, 2015 at the age of 54. Born in Rochester New York. Bob is survived by his wife of 25 years, Ellen Rookey, two sons: Joseph Rookey and Joshua Rookey (Sandra) and three grandchildren : Chloe, Lucy and Juliet Rookey. Bob graduated from Perry High School in 1979. He entered the Marine Corps in March of 1983. He graduated boot camp as the Honor Graduate of Platoon 1047, Bravo Company, First Battalion. After leaving Parris Island he served as an instructor with Assault Amphibious Schools Battalion in Camp Pendelton, California. He was discharged in 1985 and left a lasting impression on the Corps and the Marines who knew him. Bob was a master craftsman. His talent was evident to all. Bob had a tremendous impact on those closest to him including his children, his niece and nephews and his in laws. Bob was loved and respected by his recently deceased father in-law, Jack McCarthy, his mother in law, Jody and his four sisters in law and their families. The McCarthy family that Bob married into was blessed the day he joined our family. Bob was the one we all called when in need, whether problems with our houses, cars, pets or children. He was our 911 call. He was a second father to Michael, Greg and Michelle and readily provided support and love to close family friends, kids and adult alike. He will be dearly missed by all. ALB. Donations to the Veterans Outreach Center. Friends may call Sunday, September 6, 2015 from 1-4 pm at the Merton H. Kays Funeral Home, Inc. 59 Monroe Street, Honeoye Falls, NY, where Services will follow calling at 4 pm. Private burial, N. Bloomfield Cemetery.