Photo courtesy of Solan Pruzin Funeral Home & Crematory - Schererville
Schererville, Indiana
Sue Brock (nee Grennan)
Age 101, of Schererville, Indiana, passed away Tuesday September 26, 2023. Sue is survived by her four children, Kathryn Brock (Peter Meier), David (Holly) Brock, Jeanne (late, John) Kelly, and Steven (Corrine) Brock; six grandchildren, seven great grandchildren and two great great grandchildren; several nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by her husband of 56 years, Robert "Bob" Brock, parents Edward and Florence Grennan, and siblings Rita Grennan Burrows, John (Jack) Vincent Grennan, Jean (Jacqueline) Grennan Wexler.
A funeral mass will be held at 10:30 AM on Monday, October 2, 2023 at St. James the Less Catholic Church 9640 Kennedy Avenue, Highland IN. 46322 with Father Gregory Bim-Merle officiating. Friends are invited to visit with the family at the church from 9:30 AM until time of Mass. Burial to follow at Chapel Lawn Memorial Gardens in Schererville, IN. Solan Pruzin Funeral Home is entrusted with arrangements. www.solanpruzinfuneralhome.com
She was born the third child of four into a large farming family community in Northern Illinois, in which she was one of sixty-three first cousins. Her parents farmed corn and soybeans, and her mother trained and worked as a one-room country schoolteacher. Sue started her education in a one-room country schoolhouse herself and continued throughout her life with graduation from Northern Illinois Teacher's College in Dekalb, IL. She later earned a master's degree and Special Reading Endorsement. She taught for nearly twenty years in the Hammond School system teaching hundreds of children to read. She gave particular attention to those children who struggled, even creating games to help them learn in different ways.
She married Bob, her college sweetheart, following his return from World War II where he served in the Army Air Corps stationed in the South Pacific. Together they raised a family in Hammond and were active in starting their church at St. John Bosco. Sue's great faith was a mainstay in her life.
During Sue's life, she experienced the great depression, the coming of television to their farmhouse. After just hearing stories about the Wright brothers, she traveled by plane internationally. She saw men land on the Moon and watched as telephone multi-party lines evolved into smart phones. Encyclopedias became GOOGLE that she used to assist her in her love of word games.
Sue was a wonderful neighbor wherever she lived. She was active in church, helped with scouts, and with Bob's work with St. Vincent DePaul. She also made many loving friends after moving into her condo in Clarendale. Those friends helped her celebrate her 100th birthday in style.
Sue took joy in the simple and wonderful life she knew. She guided her family with love, acceptance and understanding. She cherished her friends in every chapter of her life. She was blessed, and she shared her blessings widely.
In lieu of flowers, please consider a memorial donation to the Society of St. Vincent DePaul of Hammond 5304 Hohman Ave Hammond, IN. 46320
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Sue was a good friend of my mother, Thora Berry. Sue was a very sweet lady. I cherished her friendship.
Marge Berry
August 23, 2024 | Michigan City, IN | Friend
One of the nicest families from Saint John Bosco Parish.
Thomas Pancheri
October 20, 2023 | Schererville, IN | Friend
She was a cherished friend to my Mom Ann and I (Kevin). I first met Sue as a neighbor on the 2nd floor at Clarendale when I first moved in and then every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday at Gladys Exercise Class. We usually exchanged hugs before the class began she was a very special person and loved by so many. My Mom and I, and all the people in the exercise class will miss her dearly. It’s nice to know she will be joining her husband in Heaven.
Much Love, Kevin Wasowski
October 04, 2023
Sue was one of the nicest people I’ve ever met. She taught in the room next door in Columbia school. We used to talk every morning before the students came in the room and would trade puns. She was so kind and I am glad I got to know her. Her husband Bob was my high school counselor at Hammond high.
Georgianna Marks
October 03, 2023 | Munster, IN | Friend
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Bruce Johns
October 02, 2023 | Geneva, IL
I remember Mrs. Brock from our Oakdale neighborhood. My father Woody Walworth did some construction on their home. Great memories.
Barbara Walworth Belford
October 01, 2023 | Hammond, IN | Neighbor
My sincere sympathy to your family.
Sue was a kind, sweet, gentle, fun-loving lady who was an inspiration to everyone. Her wisdom earned respect; that great sense of humor and beautiful smile enhanced her sweet rosy cheeks. Her talent for writing resulted in her ‘signature’ note cards with words of praise and inspiration for friends. Like many others, I have saved and cherish each one she has given me.
Candy Fiazza
September 30, 2023 | Schererville, IN | Friend
