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Robert Rock Obituary

Robert A. Rock "Rocky", age 92 Robert A. Rock "Rocky", age 92, of Media, passed away gently at home on May 26 and is now walking with God and his beloved wife Jean who passed away January 30, 2013. Rocky was born in Media Hospital, the son of Thurman and Jennie (nee Kelly) Rock. He graduated from Media High School in 1938. After attending Jordan Mechanical Institute in Philadelphia, Rocky worked at Sun Shipyard as a machinist and enlisted in the Army in 1944. Upon returning from the European theatre in 1946, Rocky married his high school sweetheart, Jean, and they made their home in Upper Providence for the next 66 years. Following a life-long love of automobiles and engines, Rocky worked as a mechanic at County Chevrolet, Hess's Service Station, and Campbell's Auto Repair. Rocky's love of adventure and community service combined in his many years as a Boy Scout leader and one of the founding members of the Rose Tree Fire Company No. 1. During his 60 years in the fire company, he chaired many truck committee's and spearheaded the building committee, as Chief Engineer and Trustee his focus was taking care of the fire trucks and managing the hall to serve the community. He and Jean were active life-long members of the Wallingford Presbyterian Church. He was the brother of John Rock. Survivors: Children Margie Beckett (Paul), Mimi Simeone (Richard), Barb Demos (Roger), Jackie Edwards and Heartfelt son Glenn King (Karen Sharpless). 9 Grandchildren; Terry, Peggy, Carol, Robert, Glenn, Jonathon, Matthew, Christine, and Amber. 14 Great-Grandchildren and many beloved friends and recent care-givers. Rock's life was devoted to community service and he lived out his favorite Bible verse: James 1:22 "Be ye doers of the Word and not hearers only". Calling: Friday Evening, May 31, 6 to 8 pm, at J. Nelson Rigby Funeral Home, Balt. Ave. & Jackson Sts. Service: Saturday, June 1, at Wallingford Presbyterian Church, 110 N. Brookhaven Rd., at 10:00 am. Reception following at Rose Tree Fire Hall. Private Interment: Old Union Cemetery. Contributions: RTFC, WPC, Boy Scouts, Wounded Warrior Project Online condolences: Jnelsonrigbyfh.com

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Published by The Daily Times from May 28 to May 29, 2013.

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Arlene Longley

May 22, 2023

Very nice man!

June 1, 2013

Our condolences to Robert Rock's family.

RJ Centrone

June 1, 2013

I always loved hearing your old timer fire stories from the many years that you spent in the fire service. Those alone made every Rose Tree Fire Company meeting worth going to. I'm sure I speak for everyone when I say that you will be greatly missed. Rest in peace brother.

May 31, 2013

May the good Lord ever keep you by his side.
From Jackie's extended Elks family
Hawthorne Elks Lodge No. 1704

Allen Rock Creedy

May 31, 2013

Rocky (& Jean) sent food & goody parcels to me and my family when I was 6, & met him first 12 years later & treasure his pearls of christian wisdom mixed with dry wit and extraordinary sacrificial generosity. God Bless

David Black

May 31, 2013

I was fortunate to have worked with Rocky at Campbell's Arco.Rocky was a great role model to me and showed me a true work ethic. A kind,gentle,dedicated man....Thank You Rocky

Bob Brodie

May 31, 2013

Rocky was a kind and gentle man and a good role model. He was my Explorer Scout Leader and had a positive impact on my life. My thoughts and prayers are with the family.

Dave Black

May 31, 2013

I was fortunate to work with Rocky at Campbells Arco as a teenager.Rocky's kindness,gentleness,work ethic and dedication to his community set an example that influenced me far more than I was able to realize as a young man.Rocky's blood drive phone calls to me in recent years always brought a smile...."Dave,it's Rocky the vampire calling." Thank you Rocky!

May 30, 2013

Rocky you will truly be missed by all, you were a great person and I am blessed to have known you. Rest In Peace. You will always be in my heart

Gary Klein

May 29, 2013

As I know from my father's passing away in May last year, once the emotional impact of realizing you're never going to see a loved one on earth again subsides, happiness from life memories of wonderful parents and anticipation of re-uniting in heaven someday take over. I feel these are God's most precious gifts.

Ingo and Kristina Lindemann

May 29, 2013

Mimi,

Ingo and I have you in our thoughts and prayers. We are very sorry for your loss.

Jeff and Dottie Celebre

May 29, 2013

Our church has been so fortunate to have active members like Rocky and of course Jean. They have been role models for all of us. Their daughters and extended family should be proud of the wonderful care they provided! Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Carolyn Lucci

May 29, 2013

An incredible man that became such an icon in our town. Rocky set a beautiful example of a life well led with his involvement and dedication to the community and his loved ones. He will be missed.

Jill Daws

May 29, 2013

I am a better person for having known Rocky. What an amazing man and a true gentleman. I worked with him on the blood drives at Rose Tree Fire Co for the last 7 years....he was always a joy to be with and always wanted to help his community in any way possible. He will be missed.

The man digging into Rose Tree Fire Company's latest building.

May 29, 2013

May God Bless you all with the happiness knowing that he and mom are now together. As they watch over you all.

Love you all and wish you all well.
Teri Jones Rehrig and Family

Cindy Kerrigan

May 29, 2013

So sorry to hear the news..rip....

Christian Simpson

May 28, 2013

Rocky.....you were a teacher, mentor, and a very close friend. I will miss you very much. Rose Tree Fire Company was my second home because of you. Thank you.

Michael Jordan

May 28, 2013

My club scout leader. Taught me the square knot. Had a lot of patience. Wonderful person.

Arlene Longley

May 28, 2013

Rocky was special, a true gentleman! Sadly missed but now at peace with Jean!

May 28, 2013

You are dearly missed, but I know you are now dancing again with Grandmom. Love Peggy King Weber

Tina Doobay

May 28, 2013

My thoughts and prayers for the Rock family. With no more sickness and no more pain, he has found happiness once again beside his true love in heaven.

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