Rosco Shamblin 1936-2020

He was born June 6, 1936, in Clay, W.Va., the son of William and Sara Lyons Shamblin. After graduating from high school, he was employed by General Motors in skilled trades. Rocky retired in 1997.

Rocky married Carol Butcher Dec. 24, 1959. They have a son, Brad of Girard; and daughter, Kimberly Breegle (Tim) of Howland. Rocky is also survived by brother, Billy (Bunk); and sisters, Clarice Parsons of Hubbard and Shirley King of Clay, W.Va.; grandsons, Dan (Cayla) Breegle of Niles and Kevin (Danielle) Breegle of Champion; and two great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by several brothers and sisters.

Rocky had a passion for old cars and loved animals and kids.

He was the Golden Gloves boxing champion in 1957-58 and had 26 pro fights. Drag racing was another pastime; Rosco drove a bright orange ’55 Chevy and set many local records. He was known for his gold 1948 Anglia that he drove across the country. As a young man, he lived for a time in Stilwel, Okla. and had many Native American friends.

After retirement, he founded Rocky Hinge, where he designed many unique automotive products.

Rocky was a kind and generous man and loved helping others. He taught his son and grandchildren many skills and instilled in them the passion for cars as well. He succeeded at everything he tried.

Calling hours will be noon to 1 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 3, 2020, in Crown Hill Burial Park Mausoleum, Vienna, where services will start at 1 p.m. Social distancing and masks will be required.

Any material tributes can be made to Hospice of the Valley.

Funeral arrangements were handled by Selby-T.J. Fox Funeral Home.

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