Rodney T. “Rock” Shackelford – 54 – of 28 Washington St., Hornell, died unexpectedly Sunday morning (March 31, 2013) at St. James Mercy Hospital.
Born in New York City on July 31, 1958, he was the son of Bobby Lee Shackelford and Queen (Brown) Shackelford.
Throughout the years, Rodney resided in many locations, including New York City, Binghamton, Olean, Wellsville, Kingston and has lived in Hornell for the past 8 months.
For many years he was employed as a chef at several restaurants, including Perkins, Applebee’s and Kingston Resort. Most recently he worked construction for the State of New York.
He was married on July 8, 2000 to the former Ashley Brownell who survives. Also surviving are his daughter, Ta’Nika Shackelford; 3 step-children, Malachi Gadson, Ayden Rideout & Dillen Rideout; his mother, Queen Shackelford; 2 brothers, Omar & Jeffery; 1 sister, Cheryl; several nieces & nephews.
There will be no prior calling hours. Private services will be held at the convenience of the family. Arrangements are in care of the Dagon Funeral Home, 38 Church St., Hornell, NY.