of Flippin, AR
October 1, 1953 - October 26, 2024
David Wayne Rorie, affectionately known as Nickel, passed away peacefully on October 26, 2024 at Twin Lakes Therapy and Living in Flippin, Arkansas. He was born on October 1, 1953 in Mountain Home and was 71 years old at the time of his passing.
A proud graduate of Flippin High School, David went on to pursue his passion for baseball at Arkansas Tech University, where he earned a scholarship from 1971 to 1975. After college, he dedicated himself to the local community, working at Marbax Shirt Co. from 1976 until its closure in 2010, after which he continued his career at Ranger Boats in the parts department until 2020.
David was known for his love of the outdoors and sports. He enjoyed hunting, playing softball, golfing and was an avid fan of the Arkansas Razorbacks, Kansas City Chiefs and Atlanta Braves. Many in North Central Arkansas fondly remember David for his years as a basketball referee and he cherished the time spent coaching his teams, leaving a lasting impact on the lives of young athletes.
David is preceded in death by his parents, Henry and Bertha (Fisk) Rorie. He is survived by his three brothers, Dody, Curtis (Janet) and Bruce Rorie; his three sons, Dusty (Loren), Brett (Bridget) and Shayne Rorie and five grandchildren, Miah, Hayden, Gavin, Deja and Kristina Rorie. He is also survived by three nieces, two nephews, many cousins and a multitude of friends who will deeply miss his vibrant spirit and kind heart. David Wayne Rorie's legacy of kindness, laughter and love will continue to resonate in the hearts of all who knew him. He will be dearly missed.
A visitation will be held on November 4, 2024 at 11 a.m. at Roller-Burns Funeral Chapel, followed by a funeral service at noon. Services are entrusted to Roller-Burns Funeral Home in Yellville, Arkansas.
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10 Condolence(s)
Kimberly Horn
Tuesday, November 5, 2024
My condolences to all... I grew up next door to him all my life. So sorry for your loss
Tracy Cowart
Monday, November 4, 2024
He was a good friend when he was At marbax he was a great guy
Beverly Wagoner
Monday, November 4, 2024
Was so Happy to Reconnect with David at Church . RIP my Friend . The Class 1971 Flippin Bobcats. Beverlyy King Wagoneer
Michael Hurst
Sunday, November 3, 2024
Thoughts and prayers go out to the family. I'm going to miss David. We had a lot of great laughs together.
Ronnie and Ruth Fisk
Friday, November 1, 2024
So sorry for the families loss. Prayers to all. RI.P. Cousin.
Dan & Pat Henley
Thursday, October 31, 2024
So sad to hear of David's passing. We have great memories of our time with him and all the softball games that we played together. He was a great friend and he will be missed.
Steven and Clarene Morrow
Wednesday, October 30, 2024
So sorry to hear of his passing, great friend, prayers for this family
Rick Bernard
Wednesday, October 30, 2024
Prayers for your family we were neighbors many years ago.
Donna Kaye (Benton)Treat
Wednesday, October 30, 2024
Prayers to the family. So sorry to hear about David. I thought the world of his mom and grandma Millie Fisk. Lots of memories at her house. God Bless.
RT AND RENEE THOMPSON
Wednesday, October 30, 2024
So sorry to hear about David he was a good and kind person,.