Richard C. “Dick” Van Nocker, 74, of Crossville, TN, passed away on October 31st, 2011. His family will have a memorial service on Saturday, November 5th, 2011, at 2:00 PM at the Fairfield Glade Community Church. Reverend Dr. Charles Traylor will officiate the service.
Dick was born on December 24, 1936 to Harry and Marjorie Van Nocker in Flint, Michigan. He earned his Masters in Engineering and went on to be an engineer. Dick had an extensive amount of activities and things he relished such as his dulcimer, woodworking and square dancing. He was a family oriented man who loved spending time with his extensive family which included his cats, Rascal and Tassie. He enjoyed hiking and traveling around in his RV. Dick was also a spiritual man and great theological student who appreciated discussing the Bible.
He is survived by his wife of 55 years, Joyce Van Nocker, son and daughter in law, Steven and Clare Van Nocker, daughter and son in law, Linda and Stanley Siwarski, two grandchildren, Irene and Toby Van Nocker, a host of nieces and nephews, and a large, loving, extended family.
He was preceded in death by his parents and two sisters and two brothers.
In lieu of flowers, please make donations to the Second Harvest Food Bank of East Tennessee, 136 Harvest Lane, Maryville, TN, 37801.
We are so sorry to hear of Uncle Dick’s passing. I remember fondly our visits, particularly in the 90’s when we went down and I saw him square dancing with Aunt Joyce. He seemed really at home on the dancefloor that night, and very much in love with life. I know he will be missed by everyone who knew him.
We will miss Uncle Dick. He was so fun to be around and full of life. I have a lot of fond memories of our families being together. Our prayers are with you.
Our prayers go out to Aunt Joyce Steven and Clare, Linda and Stan and Irene and Toby.
Heaven became an even better place this week with his passing. He was a man of integrity and all around true gentleman. We will miss him.