William J. �Bill� Rockey's obituary , Passed away on October 11, 2024 in Wamego, Kansas

William J. �Bill� Rockey

December 21, 1944 - October 11, 2024 (79 years old)

Wamego, Kansas

William J. �Bill� Rockey's obituary , Passed away on October 11, 2024 in Wamego, Kansas

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Chapel Oaks Funeral Homes

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William J. �Bill� Rockey

December 21, 1944 - October 11, 2024 (79 years old)

Wamego, Kansas

William J. Rockey Obituary

With solemn hearts, we announce the passing of William J. Rockey of Wamego, Kansas, whose presence will be deeply missed, having departed on October 11, 2024 at the age of 79. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

He was loved and cherished by many people including: his parents, Oliver Chadleigh and Vinita Frances Sutherland Rockey; his wife Connie Jimeson; his children, Shane and Shannon (Michael Leitch); his grandchildren, Darby of Wamego, MaryKate of Wamego and Quinn Leitch of Wamego; his siblings, Vinita Thonen, David Rockey (Vicki), John Rockey (Renee), Virginia Collins (James) and Nancy Oswald (Gary); and his siblings-in-law, Sam Jimeson, Phil Schaider and Merrie Jimeson. He was also cherished by many nieces, nephews, and cousins.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions are suggested to the Bethany Church Piano Fund sent in care of the funeral home, 124 S 7th St., Hiawatha 66434.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Chapel Oaks Funeral Homes



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Oct 17

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Chapel Oaks Funeral Home
124 S 7th St, Hiawatha, KS 66434

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Oct 18

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124 S 7th St, Hiawatha, KS 66434

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Oct 19

Celebration of life

Eternal Life Bethany United Church of Christ
303 N 6th St, Hiawatha, KS 66434

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Oct 19

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Bethany United Church of Christ
303 N 6th St, Hiawatha, KS 66434

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