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Obituary For Phillip Rookard

Phillip Earl Rookard

Spartanburg, SC- A soldier was called home on Sunday morning, July 26, 2020 when Mr. Phillip Earl Rookard of Spartanburg, SC peacefully entered into eternal rest.

Phillip was born on September 19, 1960 in Spartanburg, SC to Johnny and Shirley Rookard. He was the widower of the late Lethia K. Rookard. He joined the United States Army on September 21, 1978 and attained the rank of Staff Sergeant. He was stationed in Fort Hood, TX for most of his military career and conducted tours in Korea and Germany. He was a veteran of the Persian Gulf War and received the following awards/recognitions: Army Commendation Medal, Army Achievement Medal, Army Good Conduct Medal, National Defense Service Medal, Southwest Asia Service Medal, Overseas Service Ribbon, Kuwait Liberation Medal, and Expert Marksmanship Qualifications Badge.

Phillip was a brave and loyal soldier and devoted husband and father. He possessed a bold personality and infectious sense of humor. He was an animated storyteller with a knack for making others laugh.

Left to cherish many fond memories are: two daughters, Ms. Porsche C. Rookard of the Spartanburg, SC and Tayonaca N. White of Austin, TX; one son, Mr. Ta’Ray E. Rookard of Austin, TX; three siblings, Ms. Pamela G. Johnson of the home; Mrs. Janice Salters (Howard) of Spartanburg, SC; and Mr. John Rookard of Chesnee, SC; six grandchildren; and a host of nieces, nephews, relatives and friends.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Lethia K. Rookard, and his parents, Mr. Johnny Earl Rookard and Mrs. Shirley Ann Rookard

A Celebration of the Life of Phillip Earl Rookard will be held on Saturday, August 1, 2020 at 2:00 p.m. at The John Stinson Woodward Memorial Chapel, 602 Howard Street, Spartanburg, SC.

Guest Book

Sorry for your Family loss of your Mom and Brother, you all are in my Prayer, my God you all Strength at this time. Love Tosha Copeland

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Phil I miss u bro. Steven l rivers

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Hello family and friends I want to send my condolences i am Donald Coleman i had great pleasure of serving with phillip at ft.hood to deployed to Persian Gulf together we found to have a great sense of humor and always wanted to be first never a problem between us always looked out for each other . I left in 1992 and got stationed at. Sill ok.where we up again until 1996. I love Rookard (aka) ROOSTER that's what they called us but I call him my brother.

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SSG Rookard, I am deeply saddened we have lost such a great human being. Thank you for all the wonderful memories at Ft. Hood. You were an unbelievable Section Chief and leader. I appreciate, and will never forget, your leadership, cadence calling, your sense of humor, and laugh. Love ya Rooster! #HellOnWheels Kevin Heard

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I offer deep condolences in behalf of your loss, may God grant you strength and endurance as you grieve...sometimes we think how unfair it may seem that death has this power to take ones we love, whom we can no longer talk with or even hug.One day soon though there will be a resurrection that will give us back our love ones, until that time just pray and wait on good.again I am sorry for your loss

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