Archie Leonard

Rocker

Deacon Archie Leonard "Buddy" Rocker, age 65, a native of Carlton, and resident of Choctaw Bluff, departed this life Monday, July 29, 2013 at his home, He was born to the parentage of the late Sam and Marie Rocker.

"Buddy" as he was affectionately know, was a member of New Canaan Missionary Bapt. Church where served as a Deacon and Superintendent of the Sunday School until his health failed. He also served as past Superintendent of the Union Missionary District Association. He was a member of Jackson Masonic Lodge #139.

"Buddy' was a 1965 graduate of Harper High School. He served in the United States Army where he received an honorable discharge. He was employed at Salco Shell in Creola, AL. as a truck driver and attendant. Later he worked for C&R Vault Service until his health failed.

Left to cherish his memories, a devoted wife of 36 years, Lucille Slater Rocker of Choctaw Bluff; four devoted and loving children, Emily (Stephen) McDonald and Rev. Brian (Jennifer) Chapman, both of Jackson, AL; Victor Rocker Montgomery,
al. and Rev. Dexter Janice) Chapman of Coffeeville, AL; nine grandchildren; Brianna, Brian, Jr., Travis, Dextiny, Alexis, Emilia, Caden, Parker, and Stephen, Jr.; two sisters, Maggie Bass of Theodore, AL. and Freddie (Marshall) Richardson of Choctaw Bluff; four sisters-in-law, Mattie Mae Rocker, Pearlie Bell, Frankie Fluker, and Mary Slater; five brothers-in-law, Jimmie Slater, Vernon Slater, Johnny Slater, and Earl Slater; several devoted friends; Deacon Eddie and Sis. Janet James, Deacon Jerry and Sis. Hazel Perine, Bro. Timothy and Sis Mary Reaves, and Bro. Theodore Robinson.

"Buddy" will also be cherished in the hearts of a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

Military Rites At Graveside Committal Service church cemetery.

Services Entrusted To Andrews Funeral Home Jackson, AL.