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Gerald R. Brock

Gerald Brock Obituary

MORAVIA < Gerald R. Brock, 53, of Moravia, passed away Saturday, Nov. 10, 2007 at home after a long battle against melanoma. He was the son of Eleanor Brock, of Moravia and the late Charles H. Brock. He was a graduate of Moravia Central School, class of 1972, where he was on the football and wrestling teams. At the time of his death, he was a sergeant with the New York State Department of Corrections at Cayuga Correctional Facility in Moravia. Prior to that, he worked at Five Points Correctional Facility. He previously worked at Hammond & Irving in Auburn. Gerry was a loving husband, father and grandfather, as well as an avid hunter, NASCAR fan, sportsman and snowmobiler. Gerry is survived by his wife, Kathy (Gorman); his daughter, Courtney (Richard) Kimball, of Statesville, N.C.; his son, Wayne (Jennifer) Lawton, of Moravia; daughter, Kendra Lawton, of Philadelphia, Pa.; and his grandsons, Sean and A.J. He is also survived by his sister, Sharon (Clint) Symonds, of Auburn; his brother, Tony (Kanina) Brock, of Velle Ville, Ill.; his father-in-law, Thomas J. Gorman, Sr., of Dumont, N.J.; a large extended family and his constant companion, "Molly." Calling hours will be held from 2 to 7 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 13, at Wade"s Funeral Home in Moravia. The service will be held at 10 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 14, at Christ United Methodist Church, Moravia. In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to Roswell Park Cancer Institute, Elm & Carlton Streets, Buffalo, NY 14263, or Hospice of the Finger Lakes at 1130 Corporate Drive, Auburn, NY 13021, in memory of Gerry Brock. To send a message to the family, sign our guest book at www.auburnpub.com and click on obituaries.

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Published by The Citizen on Nov. 12, 2007.

Memories and Condolences
for Gerald Brock

27 Entries

Brenda Benson

November 16, 2007

I'm so sorry to hear of Gerry's passing, we were school mates and neighbors. We would talk and remember our Kelloggsville days when ever we would see each other. God Bless his family at this time. Know that we are thinking of you and praying for all of you.
Sincerely,
Brenda (Adams) Benson
Groton, NY

jeri hess

November 15, 2007

Kathy and Family,
sorry to hear about your loss my thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family

Hope Horsford

November 15, 2007

I was so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.

Carol Gamba

November 14, 2007

Kathy, My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. I know how happy you and Gerry were. I hope you find comfort in knowing that he is no longer suffering and is at peace. Your friend from the early days at Cayuga Correctional -Carol Gamba

Dianne and Chet Weslowski

November 13, 2007

Dear Kathy, I was so saddened to read of Gerry's illness and passing. I couldn't believe this. My heartfelt sympathy to you and the rest of Gerry's family. When you feel up to it I would love to get together. Please call me. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.

Daniel R Bacon

November 13, 2007

May God Bless Gerald Brock's Family at this time of sorrow. I met Jerry at the Y and worked out with him, what a great sportsman. Jerry was a great person and will be deeply missed. Jerry is now with our lord and not suffering any more pain. Sorry I could not be with Jerry and his family and friends today.

Dave & Addie Edwards

November 13, 2007

Kathy our deepest sorrow to you and your family. Jerry was a great person,
memories last forever.

Elsie Bowen

November 13, 2007

To Gerry's Family, I am so sorry for your loss. With all of you there for him, he had a strong will to live and he did till God came to take him home, where there is no more pain.He will be missed by many. If there is anything I can do for any of you, please feel free to contact me. A friend forever Elsie

November 13, 2007

THE STAFF AND BOARD OF THE AUBURN YMCA WOULD LIKE TO OFFER OUR CONDOLENCES TO GERRY'S FAMILY DURING THIS TERRIBLE TIME. GERRY HAD MANY FRIENDS HERE AT THE Y AND WILL BE SADLY MISSED.

Brian McLaughlin

November 13, 2007

Kathy, My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. I was honored to have worked with Gerry at Cayuga & Five Points.

Laura Abraham

November 13, 2007

Courtney, Kathy, and family, I was so saddened to hear the news. I wish that I could be there to give you a great big hug, and help ease your pain. If there is anything that I can do, please let me know. He will be missed. I truly am grieving for you.

Gary & Holly Dahl

November 13, 2007

sharon & Tony I'm sorry for your loss. my thoughts go out to you in your time of sorrow

Kim Cook (Robinson)

November 13, 2007

Aunt Eleanor, Sharon, Tony, Kathy -So sorry for your loss, and that I won't be able to be there during this time. But know that you are in my thoughts and prayers, and that he's in a better place. It's been a while, but glad I got to spend some time with everyone a few years ago.

Dave Brahney

November 12, 2007

Kathy and Family,
I have not seen you guys since my days at Cayuga. Gerry was a fine man, Kathy my prayers are with you.

Pete & Joanne Kelsey

November 12, 2007

Kath, We are both very sorry to hear of your Sorrow, though we know that Gerry is now at home with the Lord and his pain is no more. All our love and prayers are with you........... Pete & Joanne

Rachel Bearup (DeChick)

November 12, 2007

I'm so sorry for your loss. To Courtney and the rest of the family, we are thinking of you all.

Christine Powers

November 12, 2007

My prayers are with you at time. Keep the memories close to your heart. Gerry was a classmate of mine and I have the memories of our school years together.

Melisa (Cole) and Steven Bossard

November 12, 2007

Although nothing can erase your sadness, may you find comfort in knowning that Gerald's pain has ended and that his spirit will live on through all of you.

Steve & Kathy Mulvaney

November 12, 2007

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life’s routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

Sally Bodner Mentillo

November 12, 2007

Aunt Eleanor, Tony, Sharon and Gerald's family;

I am so sorry for your loss. Although I haven't seen Gerald in many years I have many fond memories when we were growing up. I can imagine that he suffered and now he is a place where there is no pain.

Love to All

MARYRUTH SHIELDS

November 12, 2007

Kathy my thoughts and prayers are with you and the family.

Gregg & Jeanne Goon

November 12, 2007

Kathy, I am so sorry about Gerry. I hope you will be alright. Just remember he is with other loved ones now. Someday we will all be together with our family and friends. My thoughts are with you and your family.
God Bless,
Gregg & Jeanne

Kathy Green(Mack)

November 12, 2007

Aunt Eleanor, Sharon, and Tony,
My deepest sympathy to all of you. My thoughts and prayers are with you.I pray you will all take comfort in knowing Gerald is with the Lord. Love, Kathy

Barbara Robinson

November 12, 2007

I am very sorry to hear about Gerry's passing. Sorry that I can't be there to support all of you. I know he has had quite a time of it. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.

Scott & Patricia Bodner

November 12, 2007

We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.

Peggy Whitfield

November 12, 2007

My heartfelt condolences to all of Gerald's family. I will always have fond memories of when we were young. God Bless all.
Peggy Whitfield

BRANDY AXTON

November 12, 2007

Kathy and family,
We are so sorry to hear about Gerry. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.

Brandy and Jim Axton

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