OLDTOWN – Rodney L. "Oats" Ravenscroft, 49, of Oldtown, MD, passed away suddenly on Sunday, April 18, 2021, in Carlisle, PA.
Born on May 19, 1971, in Cumberland, MD, he was the son of the late Ronnie G. and Vivian (Davis) Ravenscroft. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his grandparents, Willie Davis and Iris (Neethers Davis); his fur baby, Hunter; and dear friend, Brian K. Malcolm.
He was a graduate of Oldtown High School, class of 1990. He was employed by W-L Construction on Winchester, VA, as an equipment operator for many years. Rodney was a former employee of Bayliner and D'Atri's Bakery. He was an avid fisherman with his beloved cousin, Ty Davis and dear friend, Rick Sible. He was a diehard NACSAR fan, an avid hunter, and a believer in the Second Amendment. Rodney had a heart of gold, and was a very true friend that was always there for anybody in times of need.
Rodney is survived by his sister, Tina Ravenscroft and husband Billy; great-nephews, Bryson, and Conor; great-niece, Olivia; cousins, J.R. and Cody Davis; fur baby, J.D.; his dearest friends, Kelly Mackereth, Diane Duckworth Dolly, Tommy McBride, Jesse and Patti Shipe, Jerimiah Hardman, Dave and Tonya Thomas, Kurtis Kelly (his Jeep riding buddy), Mark and Heather Crabtree, Randy and the late Tom Lattea, Justin (George), and countless more.
Per Rodney's request, he will be cremated. A memorial service will be held at a later date.
"For life can be so short. Cherish your friends and loves ones, for tomorrow is never promised." Rest easy our dear friend; you are forever in our hearts.
Take your bow and quiver full of arrows, and go out into the open country to hunt some wild game for me. Genesis 27:3
Scarpelli Funeral Home, P.A. is entrusted with arrangements and condolences may be left at www.ScarpelliFH.com