Biography:
Robert C. Rucker, 71, of Littlestown, died Sat, February 7, at his home. He was the husband of Ruth A. (Koontz) Rucker of Littlestown for 38 years. Born September 13, 1943 in Adams County, he was the son of the late Guy and Stella (Fisher) Rucker. Robert was a truck driver for H.M. Kelly Inc. of New Oxford retiring in 2013.
Surviving in addition to his wife are sons, Steven Rucker and Mike Rucker of Littlestown, Richard DeGroft Jr. of York, Jeffrey DeGroft of Littlestown and daughter Christine Collins of Littlestown; 12 Grandchildren and 7 great grandchildren; a brother, Richard L. Rucker, of Littlestown and a sister, Nancy Helwig, of Hanover. Robert was predeceased by a sister, Frances Hall and a brother, Carl Rucker.
He was a member of the McSherrystown Fish and Game, New Oxford Social club and CWV of Bonneauville. He loved hunting and fishing, going to races, camping and boating and being with family and the grandkids.
Funeral Service is Thursday, February 12, at 11 A.M. at Little’s Funeral Home with the Rev. Timothy J. Kielley of New Hope Faith Community Church, Hanover, officiating. There will be a viewing Wednesday 6-8 P.M. at the funeral home. Burial will be in Mount Carmel Cemetery, Littlestown. Contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society, PO Box 3535, Gettysburg, PA 17325-0535. Online condolences may be shared on www.littlesfh.com.
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