IN LOVING MEMORY OF

Wendell

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Rockwell

July 13, 1932 – April 13, 2023

Obituary

Benton, Me Wendell (Bucky) Charles Rockwell, 90, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family at Maine General Medical Center on Thursday,April 13, 2023. Bucky was born July 13,1932 to Charles and Edna (Stoddard) Rockwell of Hodgdon, Maine. Bucky worked on his family farm and attended Hodgdon High School. He went on to a successful career as a truck driver, retiring from Coles Express in 1996. He was recognized for driving 2 million miles in the state of Maine with no accidents. Bucky was a collector of baseball caps and, at one time, had over 450 hanging in his garage. In his retirement, he enjoyed tinkering in his garage and puttering around his home keeping things just so. Bucky was a beloved husband, father, grandfather and great grandfather. His family was his pride and joy and he never missed an opportunity to tell them how proud he was. He is predeceased by his parents, 6 siblings, son, Jerry Rockwell and grandson, Ryan Rockwell. Bucky is survived by his wife of 41 years, Barbara Rockwell; sons, Larry Rockwell (wife Kathy), Charles Rockwell (wife Tracy), Jay Moore; daughters, Debra Russell (husband Butch), Jennie Reid (husband Roland), and Jill Davis (husband David). He also leaves behind 11 grandchildren, 13 great-grandchildren and many cherished extended family and friends. Bucky leaves behind a legacy of love, kindness and hard work and will always be remembered by all who knew and loved him. A grave side service at the family cemetery in Sherman, Maine followed by a celebration of life will be held this summer. Date and time will be determined at a later date. In lieu of flowers, please donate to The Cole's Transportation Museum, 405 Perry Rd., Bangor, Maine 04410 or the non profit of your choice. Arrangements are under the care of Dan and Scott's Cremation 445 Waterville Rd. Skowhegan, ME 04976.
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