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From Marci
OK I have another update so Cathy if you can help get the word out and Spider is helping to. The name and address of the funeral home is: Russ Monroe Funeral Home, 7960 Windy Way, Fair Oaks, CA 95628. The phone number is 916-961-1265. Unfortunately, Rocket does not have a date yet. Also, Rocket and I have discussed the possibility of having a memorial here in New York for our family and friends who can't make it to California. More details to follow.
The Lord bless you and keep you Derek;
The Lord make His face shine upon you and be gracious onto you;
The Lord lift up His countenance upon you and grant you peace...
Prayers and Love go out to you Rocket and to your entire Family.
Roy
I am so sorry to hear this news. It makes us so terribly sad. Please know you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Much Love to you,
Susan and Ken
Rocket,
You've been in my thoughts since I heard this awful news yesterday. My most heartfelt sympathy. I love you my friend, and pray that you find some peace during such tough times and that Derek finds peace in his final resting place.
Much love,
Bill
Hi Friends,
Just a little amendment to the funeral home information ~ I put the changes in bold type. It is actually:
Russ Monroe's Funeral Home
7960 Winding Way
Fair Oaks, CA 95628
(916) 961-1265
Also, I just spoke with Rocket again, and Derek's service has been set for next Thursday, March 8, at 1:00PM PST.
I can echo the sentiment that Rocket is extremely moved and touched by the outpouring of love and support from all of you. He is profoundly grateful.
Best,
Libby
From Marci
OK I have another update so Cathy if you can help get the word out and Spider is helping to. The name and address of the funeral home is: Russ Monroe Funeral Home, 7960 Windy Way, Fair Oaks, CA 95628. The phone number is 916-961-1265. Unfortunately, Rocket does not have a date yet. Also, Rocket and I have discussed the possibility of having a memorial here in New York for our family and friends who can't make it to California. More details to follow.
I just got off the phone with Rocket a little while ago and he is doing okay. There are many things in life that have an answer and then there are some things that never will have an answer, but we know that life and time marches on...what makes the sadness bearable is the love of good friends & family, like we all are...we were talking about many things, lots of heavy karma in the world right now.....we made room for some laughter, he needed it and so did I.........Rocket's kind and oh so unique soul is such a blessing to us all. He is very moved by the outpouring of love here on the Forum.
Joe's greatest accomplishment in life is not just about the music, it is the family bond that has been formed within this Forum. How lucky we all are to have each other! Just think about how many lives have been touched by another here! Bless you all!
Remember, the porch light is ALWAYS on here........ {{{{Rocket Man}}}} ♥
pattyluvsjoe
I've watched the messages building up these last couple of days ever since this original thread was started.
Somehow I just haven't able write anything. Your news has shocked me just as it has everybody else here.
We've never met and our our only connection is through this forum but I am a parent and the loss and grief you are enduring right now is...............well I've tried and I don't think I even know the words to decribe what it must be.
I'm not a church going man but for whatever they are worth my thoughts are and have been with you these last couple of days.
I'm not alone in that as this thread bears testimony to the respect and affection in which you are held on this forum.
I wish you strength and great fortitude in this time and for the future.
So much love for a very special gentleman in his hours of need.
God Bless Dion and his family
Michael
I've been missing your words, and so did a search......only to find this horribly sad news of your loss, and incredible outpouring of care and love from so many here. I can't begin to imagine. May God Bless and comfort you and your family.
Rocket, friend, we both add our sympathies for your loss, and our hopes that all the well-wishes you are receiving here helps give you the strength to get past this and carry on. We are all with you in spirit.
Like many others I noticed a silence from one of the most loyal and consistent contributors to the forum. Being extremely busy with my own work, family and hobbies I just assumed it was the same for Rocket. George let me know off forum. He pointed to me to this thread. I have been struggling with something profound maybe comforting to say. I finally realized that no words can ever comfort someone at this time of horrible grief. I have only experienced it once after an unexpected death of a family member.
Rocket has been a part of my life and a part of the forum community for 10 years this April. Although I only met him a couple of times and only really got to spend some time with him in New York last November. He was always here. I just want Rocket to know that I'm here as all the rest of his forum family for any thing we could possibly do to help comfort him in this time of grief.
The healing process will take a lifetime and I'm sure we are all willing to devote whatever time he needs from us to aid in his healing. We will always ready for his return and hope he can find the strength to rejoin us here soon. Until then I'm going to "Rock on and keep the Faith."
Oh Dear Rocket~I've just found out about the loss of your son. Ashley is on her way out and if there is anything we can do for you please let us know. I pray the Lord's comfort and grace surround you and embrace you during this time of grief. You are very much loved~~~~Lindy
Rocket, though we never met please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Bob
Rocket - we met you a few years ago at a Joe show in CA. I am just now hearing this terrible news and want to extend our deepest sympathy in the loss of your son.
Jacque/Ken
sorry to read of this sad news.
Ian
I don't post on here that much, but I just wanted to add my condolences to Rocket, his family & friends.
Theres nothing I could write at this sad time that will help, but with the love and help from the people who matter most there will come a time when the pain will lessen to be replaced by happy memories of your wonderful son.
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I'm VERY sorry for your loss Rocket. My condolences.
I'm very hard trying to keep the faith.
Suzanne
Hi Friends,
I see that another thread has opened, and I am uncertain where best to leave this, so, you will forgive me, but I am going to leave it in both places.
First of all, my heartfelt condolences to you Peggy Sue, Derek's mother, and to you as well, Marci. I hope to have the pleasure of meeting you both one day.
Secondly, I just want all of you to know that Rocket has been in my company since yesterday morning at about 10 am, and still is. I thought it might bring you all some comfort to know that he is not alone. I drove up and met him at the Coroner's in San Bernardino and we spent the day doing unpleasant, but very necessary things. I drove him up to Hesperia and Barstow.... we went to the Police Department, the Highway Patrol, and the spot where Derek died. Of course, it was very difficult.... very difficult.... but also, I think, in some ways comforting to Rocket, to be there, and to have some questions, but certainly not all, answered. I'm getting him to eat regularly and we spent the night at my mom's in Claremont. Later today I will see him to the airport or train station or something so he can head back home to San Diego for a few days before heading north for the service.
You would all be amazed at our friend. He is really quite incredible and is handling this horrific tragedy with great fortitude, dignity, and composure. I am so honored to know him and call him friend. I am very glad to be able to help him in some small way. You all should know that he has been moved to speechlessness and tears many times by your messages, both here and on the phone, and by all that you are doing for him. He feels the love and caring and knows how very real it is. He is so very grateful. I am too. Quite a group of fabulous people you are.... quite wonderful, indeed.
Much love to all,
Libby
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