Cecil “Buck” Roderick
Cecil (Buck) Roderick, 81, of Hodgkins passed away at his home December 6, 2018. Beloved husband of Diane (Zhe) for 28 years. Loving father of Lenny (Maria), Ricky, and the late Kevin. Fond daughter-in-law Barbara Hovy (David), cherished grandchildren Jason Overfelt (Shelley), Justin Roderick (Tiffany), Joshua Roderick, Kristy Dougherty (James), Kyle Roderick and Kelly Roderick. Adored great-grandchildren Logan, Noah, Ashlyn, Braeden and Nathan. A special relationship with mother-in-law Dorothy Zhe (the late Lloyd) and sister-in-law Brenda Schultz (Robert). Uncle of many caring nieces and nephews. Many special friends too numerous to mention and preceded in death by four brothers and five sisters. He was a self-made man being the owner of M & R Wrecking in McCook for 30 years and co-owner of Buck’s Pit Stop in Hodgkins. Buck never met a stranger and lived life to the fullest and was very generous to all. He had a warm and caring heart and touched many lives. A perfect ten for a husband, he held Diane’s hand and told her he loved her every day. A life well-lived, a race now complete. He had taken his final lap. Visitation 3 to 9pm Monday, December 10, 2018 at Hallowell & James Funeral Home, 1025 W. 55th Street, Countryside where Funeral Service will be held at 11am Tuesday, December 11, 2018. Interment St. John’s Lutheran Cemetery. Donations can be made to St. John’s Lutheran Church in LaGrange, IL. Funeral home phone 708/352-6500 or www.hjfunerals.com
Here’s to one of the best men I have ever known. May the dice always be hot, and your cheese sandwiches plentiful, I hope there’s NASCAR and all the cigars you want.
Gone but never forgotten. We go back so long ago. In the 60’s I had the privilege to watch and care for your children. Times were hard then but you always treated me like family. Prayers sent to family. Lenny I am so sorry for your loss.
To my Dear friend Bucksroo you will be missed dearly by all, your smiling face was always a “cheer up” to everyone.Buck you will never be forgotten!May you Rest In Peace till we meet again!
RIP Buck. I will always cherish having been able to break bread with you as family, even if only for a little while. “Have yourself one” up there, Buck. Thoughts are with you, Diane. ❤️
I am heartbroken for all who were dear especially Diane.
Buck was a very special guy so kind and giving. He really cared for people and took the time to tell them so.
I will never forget when he came to Florida one Christmas. I was able to spread some cheer and decorate their home next to me. When he and Diane arrived they were so grateful. I am so blessed to have known such a wonderful man. God watch over him in heaven. All my love to family and friends. ❤❤❤❤❤
I worked for Buck years ago he was a great person to work for
Buck- you were one of a kind man!
We will always remember your smile and a song playing just for you
“Rocky Top”!
Will miss you! Until we meet again 😇
Phil and Brenda
To One of the best & most generous man I have ever known. He will be greatly missed. He had a special gift: he always cared about everybody and helped others in every way. I still remember all the stories about my daddy and him growing up. He may be gone from our sight but never from my heart.
Buck was a great man with a big heart he will be missed
To the best uncle ever. There is an empty place in my heart for your presence but, you will forever be in my heart and mind through the great memories you gave to me and shared with me. I love you and Diane so very much. RIP with Dad, Mom, Grandma and Grandpa plus all of my other aunts and uncles. You are the greatest uncle and friend ever and you will be missed beyond words. I promise to be here for Aunt Diane just like you’ve been here for me. I love you always and forever.
Very Humble and Generous man; RIP Buck; Cheers to you on a life well lived. My deepest sympathies to Diane and Family;
Owned my fave local restaurant. Met him there once. Who was this guy so concerned about our waitress service? “Hi, I’m Buck,” he said. “The Buck?” I asked. We laughed. He was a class act. RIP, Buck.
Uncle Buck, You were the greatest uncle. You had a heart of gold and cared for so many.
You will be missed by all.
But now you can join your family that awaits you in heaven.
Thoughts and prayers to Diane and all the family.
Until we meet again.
I am a customer at Bucks. We did not know one another but he always spoke and was a fine gentleman. Diane loved and cared for him and know she will miss him terribly. Bucks will remain but be different. Thank you.
Carol Stoub
No one who has ever met you will ever forget you. Good-bye Buck…
We met at the Flame & then spent many Friday nights at Buck’s. Buck & Diane we’re always a joy to around. He was a very gentle and kind man. My heart goes out to Diane .
She was always taking good care of him. They were a sweet couple & they knew the meaning of true love. You could see it in the way they looked at each other. Buck’s will never be the same without his smiling face. He my be gone but never forgotten. Keeping Diane & Buck in my thoughts & prayers. 😢🙏🏻
One of the best man I ever met and he will be sorely missed.
SORRY COULD NOT BE THERE DIANE AND FAMILY BUCK WAS THE BEST OF THE BEST TOO A LOT OF FRIENDS ALONG THE JOURNEY IN LIFE MY THE LORD BLESS DIANE BUCK AND FAMILY.
Rest In Peace Buck 🏁🏁🏁🏁🏁