Eric P. Rumney 50, of Palatka, Florida passed away on Monday, August 29, 2011 at Putnam Community Medical Center in Palatka, Florida. Eric was born on Wednesday, March 8, 1961 in Watertown, New York to the late Jene and Arlene (Goodridge) Rumney. He enjoyed 4 wheeling, his video games on Wii, Nintento and game cube, also hunting and trapping. Condolences may be sent to the family by signing Eric’s online page at WWW.WattsFuneralHomes.com. Mr. Rumney is survived by his loving wife, Linda H. Rumney of Palatka, Florida; dog, Savannah; son, Dustin Rumney of Granbury, Texas; step daughters: Christine Harper and companion Rod Dusharm, Tanya A. Overton and husband Jerry all of Carthage, New York, and Barbie Garrett and husband Jeff of Savannah, Georgia; brothers: Paul Rumney and Lance Rumney both of Carthage, New York; sisters: Rhonda Vary of Castorland, New York, Lynette Gates of Great Bend, New York and Cindy Rumney of Watertown, New York; seven grandchildren; Many other family and friends who will miss him dearly; No service is planned at this time. In lieu of flowers an account has been set up, to help with expenses, at the Prosperity Bank in Palatka for Linda H. Rumney. Simplicity Cremation arrangements have been entrusted to the care of Watts Funeral Home and Cremation Center, Inc., San Mateo.
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Linda I am so very sorry for your loss. I just want you to know that I love you and am here for you if you need anything. You are strong and God has a plan for you, trust in him at this time. Love JJ, Michael, Bailee, Cooper and Paislee
i love and miss you daddy
I am so sorry to hear this. I just spoke with him at the Dollar General in Carthage not that long ago and I was very surprised to hear of all of his health problems but he was in good spirits. He spoke very highly of his wife and family. He will be missed by many. Sincerely, Jody
My condolences to the family, my prayers are with you in your time of mourning.
Linda im hated to hear this! Im still in alaska in the army but i told them what happend and they said i could come home for the service so soon as yall set a date ill be there hopefully. My condolences to you. If i cant make it now ill be home october 12th for good and ill be coming to visit. Take care.
we will miss you eric,only the good die young,!
linda im so sorry, please know that you are in my prayers and thoughts.
love beth
You have been a postive influence on me during my recent setbacks, I thank You. I pray for Peace and Understanding for You and Your Family. May God Bless
I was shocked to learn of Eric’s death. Though I haven’t spoken to him in many years, he will always be remembered. He was a good brother. I will never forget the time he stood up for me at the old swimming hole. May God be with you and give you peace.