Search by Name

Search by Name

Bernard J. "Bernie" Bock

FUNERAL HOME

Solan Pruzin Funeral Home & Crematory - Schererville

14 Kennedy Avenue

Schererville, Indiana

Bernard Bock Obituary

BERNARD J. BOCK "BERNIE" HIGHLAND, IN Bernard J. Bock "Bernie" age 84, of Highland, passed away Saturday, April 2, 2016. Bernie is survived by his loving wife of 62 years Rose (nee Horn); proud sons: Michael (Nancy), Robert (Julie) and Steven (Susan) Bock; adoring grandchildren: Kristen, David, Jon, Lauren, Taylor, Sean, Grace, Matthew and Tess; sister Anna Marie (William) Horn; cousin Shelby (late John) Lofay; many nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by his son David Bock, grandson Brian Bock; siblings: Francis, William "Bubby" and Emil Bock; parents William and Elfreda (nee Weiss) Bock. Bernie was a graduate of Hammond Tech Class of '50 and retired from American Maize (Cargill) after 42 years of service. He was an active member of Rock Steady Boxing Hammond, a program for Parkinson's patients, at The Hammond Boxing Club. Bernie has been a parishioner of Our Lady of Grace Church since 1953 and a member of Whiting Knights of Columbus #1696 for over 25 years. He was a respected and well-liked mechanical supervisor and a skilled machinist/pipe fitter. He was a lifelong White Sox fan. Friends may visit with the family on Thursday, April 7, 2016 from 2:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the Solan Pruzin Funeral Home & Crematory 14 Kennedy Ave Schererville. A wake service will be held on Thursday at 4:00 p.m. Funeral services will be held on Friday, April 8, 2016 beginning with 9:45 a.m. prayers at the funeral home for a 10:30 a.m. Mass at Our Lady of Grace Catholic Church 3025 Highway Ave Highland with Fr. Edward Moszur and Fr. James Dvorscak concelebrating. Bernie will be laid to rest at Chapel Lawn Memorial Gardens Schererville. Donations in Bernie's honor may be made to The Hammond Boxing Club in support of Rock Steady Boxing Hammond. solanpruzinfuneralhome.com

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by The Times from Apr. 6 to Apr. 7, 2016.

Memories and Condolences
for Bernard Bock

Not sure what to say?





April 9, 2016

Dear Rose so sorry to hear of your loss. Our prayers are with you. Ron & Cindy Skopelja

April 7, 2016

Rose,
I am so sorry; I will be in touch. Our sympathy to the boys and their families.
Sandy and Clif

Joan Bernacki

April 7, 2016

My sympathy to the entire Bock family on the loss of your husband and father. I to graduated with Bernie from Hammond Tech Class of 1950. May he rest in peace with our Lord. Joan Adamson Bernacki

April 7, 2016

Rose and Family, So very sorry to hear about Bernie. We'll keep you all in our prayers. Sue Fowler(OLG Rosary)

Jim Granack

April 7, 2016

Sorry to see Bernie passed on but i remember him from a long time ago and enjoyed spending time with him.Maybe at Sox game' We are the same age but i left Hammond in 1967 for work in Seattle

Deion Charleston

April 7, 2016

Mike, sorry for your loss. My heart goes out to you and your family during this sad moment. My sympathy & condolences to you and your family.

Norbert and Mary Ann Kronland

April 6, 2016

Mike,Sorry to hear about the loss of your father.May the Lord wrap you and your family in his arms and provide you with loving care and comfort.

Imy Medsker

April 6, 2016

Dear Rose & family, I was very sorry to read of the death of your husband. I want you to know I share your grief & sending my deepest sympathy.

April 6, 2016

Rose,
Thoughts and prayers to you and your family. He will be missed.
Dr. Cantorna and staff.

Teri Yovkovich

April 6, 2016

I worked with Bernie at Amaizo for many years. No one ever had a bad thing to say about him - he always had us in stitches with his joking ways. Heaven just received another angel.

Harry J. Smolen

April 6, 2016

Steve,
Sorry to hear of the passing of your father. He was always good for a friendly wave as I jogged by the Liable St. house!
Enjoy the many fond memories in this difficult time of his passing.

April 6, 2016

We will miss you much Bernie---thanks for all the smiles and laughs while working out and listening to the Green Green Grass of Home and Ring o Fire. We will always think of you when we listen to those songs. We enjoyed working with you very much. You made it fun to work out. Love, Rick and Peggy

Randy Ryder

April 6, 2016

Rose and family, sorry to hear of your loss. I will always remember being in your basement at the bar and enjoying our time together. What great memories we have with your family.

Love Jill and Randy Ryder

Louis & Elain Costa

April 5, 2016

Sorry for the loss of Bernard "Bernie" J. Bock. He was a dear friend and neighbor to my cousin Pat and Jack Davidson. He will be missed. God Bless the family

Kelly Dehler

April 4, 2016

My prayers to all. He was such a sweet man and will be missed by me and many others.

Showing 1 - 15 of 15 results

Make a Donation
in Bernard Bock's name

Memorial Events
for Bernard Bock

To offer your sympathy during this difficult time, you can now have memorial trees planted in a National Forest in memory of your loved one.

Funeral services provided by:

Solan Pruzin Funeral Home & Crematory - Schererville

14 Kennedy Avenue, Schererville, IN 46375

How to support Bernard's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.

The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.

Read more
Attending a Funeral: What to Know

You have funeral questions, we have answers.

Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?

What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?

Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?

We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.

Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
Estate Settlement Guide

If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast

Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.

Read more
The Five Stages of Grief

They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.

Read more
Ways to honor Bernard Bock's life and legacy
Obituary Examples

You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples

These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.

Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?

Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.

Read more