Joseph Rourk Obituary

Buddy, still in my thoughts, miss your smile & wit.
Sammie Douan

Buddy, in our thoughts & hearts.

Marcie & Sammie

Just now able to read the comments on June 2023. Still hurts. Still sad. Still miss him. Same with Mom (Mickey) and Ronnie and Mama and Papa. I don't think I will ever be able to "handle" or "process" any of this like "normal" people do....

I am so sorry to hear of Buddy's passing. Born in the same year, we grew up together, went to grammar and high school together, and were great friends. My mother, Lois Clark, and Buddy were great pals, telling jokes together, kidding one another. She and I both thought the world of the entire Rourk family--model citizens, all of them--and Buddy was no exception. My sympathies go out to all of the family.

I'm going to miss Buddy. I'll never forget that little chuckle he had. He helped out with my Momma a lot when she was sick. I remember when I was a young teenager workin g with Papa, Buddy, Sonny, David, Bobby, and his sons-Jody and Michael. We had some good times and I will be forever grateful. He can hang with the rest of the clan now. RIP my friend.

You could feel the love this man had for family and friend.He will be greatly missed by all. Love you Buddy

I´m so sorry for the families loss. My Dad Sonny Olsen worked with Buddy for years and years. He had such a sense of humor just like Daddy did. I seen him a few years ago and he was the same as I remembered.

Buddy you will surely be missed. I will miss seeing you on the dance floor at the Elks. You were always smiling and such a sweet man. I know you are dancing now will no more pain.

I met Buddy at the Elk´s Lodge while bartending. He was one of the sweetest , kindest members that I was blessed to have known. He always had that smile on his face and always took the time to talk. He will be missed , but, Heaven has gained another angel. God Bless !

Sorry for your loss. We remember Buddy very well, he was very kind and sweet. We always looked forward to seeing y'all when we would come for vacation. Sending our love.

RIP OLE FRIEND, WE ARE SO SAD AT LOSING YOU !

Sorry to hear about Buddy's passing. He was one of the nicest person I had ever met. Loved dancing with him. Prayers to the Rourk family. Betty Baker

Sonny, Marcie & I are just without words to convey our sadness for you & your family with the loss of Buddy. Please know that we are here for you always, all our love.
Marcie & Sammie Douan

One of the nicest guys I've ever known. He'll be sorely missed.

I can´t believe your gone! By far one of my Favorites! You where like no other Chief. Will always remember all the good times from me being a little girl coming to visit you with my Dad to fire prevention days and Myrtle Beach days. You will always hold a special place in my heart. Tell Mom n Giey hello when you see them because I know y´all will have a big celebration up there.! Fly high Chief ... I will miss you.

Erica

Prayer of comfort and peace for family and friends. Will always have fond memories of you at the Islanders Shag Club and the Elks.

Buddy, I always told you that I couldn't imagine a world without you in it...now I'm having to realize how blessed I was to have you in it! You always brightened everyone's day and made life so much more fun! What a blessing you have been to everyone who was able to call you a friend or family member. I will treasure our relationship until the day we meet again....I love you.
Love, Tam

Uncle Buddy......my most favorite uncle! Always had a smile and a joke! I will forever remember how much he made me laugh, especially when I spent summers with Aunt Helen and got to spend so much time with them.
He will be missed!