Gary Brock

GARY P. BROCK Click here to view Gary's Video Tribute AMMON, ID -- Gary Parker Brock, 75, of Ammon, died April 2, 2009, at Eastern Idaho Regional Medical Center of natural causes. He was born October 20, 1933, in Buffalo, New York, to Everett Allen Brock and Gladys Evelyn Parker Brock. He grew up in Forth Worth, Texas, and attended Oak Cliff High School. He also attended Montana State College and the University of Montana. He was a Sergeant in the U. S. Marine Corps from 1952 to 1960 and served in the Korean Conflict. He was a member of the Idaho Army National Guard from 1972 to 1993 and received several marksmanship awards. He was employed by the Teton Peaks Council and also for the National Council of the BSA near Chicago, Illinois. He married Roberta Lucille “Luci” Wilson May 7, 1960, in Billings, Montana. Their marriage was solemnized in the Alberta, Canada LDS Temple in 1964. They moved to Rexburg in 1973 and was employed as Director of the Alumni Association at Ricks College until his retirement in 1998 after 25 years of service. An active member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, he served in two Bishoprics and in a Stake Presidency at Ricks College. He was currently serving as an ordinance worker in the Idaho Falls Temple and as a counselor in the Ammon 2nd Ward High Priest Group. Gary enjoyed hunting, fishing, golf, reading, and travel. Survivors include: Wife: Luci Brock, Ammon, ID Daughter: Sheila Chandler, Rocklin, CA Daughter: Cheri (Bart) Rigby, Rexburg, ID Daughter: Julie (Brad) Park, Hamer, ID Son: Randy (Gina) Brock, Willis, TX 8 Grandchildren, Brendon Park, and Jodi Park, Devin (Beth) Park, Megan (Chase) Russell, Morgan Rigby, Vincent Chandler, Paige Chandler and Nick Garcia. He was preceded in death by his parents, Everett and Gladys Brock, and a brother, Peter Brock. Funeral Services will be held at 11 a.m., Tuesday, April 7, 2009, at the Ammon LDS 2nd Ward, 1100 South Tiebreaker Drive, with Randy Lords of the Ammon 2nd Ward Bishopric officiating. The family will visit with friends Monday from 6:30 to 8 p.m. at Wood East Side, 963 S. Ammon Road, and Tuesday from 10 to 10:45 a.m. at the church. Burial will be in the Ammon Cemetery under the direction of Wood Funeral Home. Military Rites will be performed by the Madison County VFW Post #3012 and Idaho Honor Guard. ---------------------------------------------------- Condolences received online: Sam & Joyce Kelly Dear Lucy - or should we say "Sister Brock" - we heard from Ken Howell of Gary's leaving. We enjoyed the months we served together in the St George Temple Visitor's Center. He was always in love with you for his comments were so special. His service to the college, Boy Scouts and our country will be remembered. Conference yesterday (Sunday) was a special time as so many of the talks were tailored to give us comfort and further knowledge of our trip to and through the veil. Your temple experiences will be a continuing remembrance to the family. Our love and sympathy to you. Sam & Joyce Kelly - SG & GJ Myrna Humpherys myrna.humpherys@gmail.com Lucille, I am so sorry to hear of Gary's passing. I know that both of you are so loved and have set such a fine example to your family and all others of your associates. Love always, Myrna Julie & Ellis McCulloch julie_mcculloch@msn.com Luci and Family, We were so sorry to hear about your loss. Our prayers and thoughts are with you. Sincerely, Ellis and Julie Mel & Clara Garcia Dear Sister Brock & family: We learned of Gary's passing away just a couple days ago. We want you to know that our thoughts & prayers are with you. May Our Heavenly Father bless and comfort you. With Love, Mel & Clara Garcia Joellynn Rasmussen jhartnett@loewshotels.com Dear Brock Family, My heart goes out to you at this very sad time. I am so sorry for your loss. I always think fondly of your family and our good times in the Hibbard Ward. Love to you all, Joellynn Sylvia Walker sylvia_eberth_walker@hotmail.com Dearest Luci and family, Ray and I just got our Standard-Journal with the announcement of your loss. The funeral is over, and here we sit. Please know of my personal love for you dear beautiful lady, and I would like you to know of the high esteem we hold you and your dear husband in our minds and hearts. We go back a few years......Condolences from our family to your family.....I was shocked to see his picture in the news. He must have finished his work here and was needed on the other side with more urgency. You are a strong sweet person and will be fine. That I have no doubt about. May Heavenly Father pour out his countless blessings to you Luci! Your sister in the Gospel, Love to you and yours, Sylvia. Jackie and Weldon Richardson jackieandweldon@gmail.com We are so sorry to hear of the passing of Gary. We send our love and condolences to you and your family. May you feel the comfort of the Lord at this difficult time. Jackie and Weldon Richardson, Tuesday 2 shift Mike and Linda Mitchell mitchelll@byui.edu Luci and family, We're so sorry we couldn't make it down. You and Gary were such awesome neighbors. The video tribute was very touching. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time. Mike and Linda Mitchell Phil and Susan Nye Dear Luci, We were saddened to receive the news of Gary's passing. We so appreciated his values and example through the years. Our love and sympathy come across the miles to you and your family. May you feel heaven's peace at this tender time. Love, Phil and Susan Nye, Uganda Kampala Mission Garth Flamm geflamm@hotmail.com It was a pleasure to know Gary and I especially appreicated his service with the Madison County Veterans. Gary's contribution to the families of departed veterans was was always rendered with dignity and compassion. Please accept my condolences at his passing. Garth Flamm