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for Richard Rock
Becky BowmanCollier
October 18, 2013
Rand was such a wonderful person. He was a very supportive and caring individual. He will be dearly missed on this earth. My heart and prayers are with his family.
sonja draper
August 18, 2013
We were deeply saddened to hear of the loss of such a great man, husband, and father. May God heal all wounds, and leave the good ones for all time. Thank you for sharing this beautiful video.
Sonja, Zach, Taylor and Bailey
Ron Steele
March 29, 2013
My thoughts and prayers with the Rock family.
March 22, 2013
I know for certain that we never lose the people we love, even to death. They continue to participate in every act, thought and decision we make. Thier love leaves an idelible imprint in our memories. We find comfort in knowing that our lives have been enriched by having shared their love.
Sophia Young
February 22, 2013
Rock - you left a great impression on me. I love the way you tell stories - humor for you is an understand. Your jovial spirit is one I will always remember.
You have fought the good fight, you have finished your race and have kept the faith. 2 Timothy 4:7
Mike Davidson
February 22, 2013
May god bless you and your family..
Excellent work ethic and a great family man! You are missed..
Chris, Mary & Dylan Tucker
February 19, 2013
After recently learning of Rand's passing, the Tucker family sends their deepest sympathies and are so sorry for missing the memorial service. We've watched the Rock boys grow and became very close to Rand and his family as we have been neighbors for many years. The great memories we will treasure; BBQs, baseball games, Fourth of July celebrations, pumpkin carvings, Bass Pro Shop, birthday parties, etc. Such great times. Rand and Chris had so much in common as both being military men and officers. Chris learned a lot from Rand's career and appreciated the many stories. We love you much all and will always remain in contact even if life moves you else where. Love, The Tuckers
Dear Father in Heaven, we thank You for the blessing that Rand has been to us!
Wade Townsend
February 19, 2013
The Federal Government lost one of its greatest mentors.
Rock left behind a strong legacy in Washington and across the country. He brought civility, decorum and practicality to just about everything he touched. There are thousands of men and women in this country who, in terms of the programs that they operate, the education and training they received, are in many ways being touched by Rand Rock. Those who knew him and worked with him can always say that Rock was always good for morale. He was a visionary, a planner, a coach and a teacher. He has been a mentor to truly an entire generation of law enforcement officials and now homeland security professionals. He always stated “don't forget who we serve, and that's the American people.” We've had a tremendous loss in homeland security and public safety in the country because we've lost Rock. We lost someone that had the historical knowledge and the capability to help make America better prepared, and we need more like Rand Rock. God Bless You.
David Capps
February 19, 2013
My good friend and a great mentor.
Robert Cooper
February 15, 2013
Sgt Rock you will be greatly missed...
Scott Fixmer
February 15, 2013
I can't help but smile when I think of Rock. His smile was contagious and his many stories priceless. He will be missed.
Ann Ratliff
February 14, 2013
Rand was a man of character and integrity who knew the benefits of laughter! Through interactions with him since the 1990's, first with the US Marshall Service and then with ISCD, he was always sincere, determined, and genuinely cared about people. He will be missed by many. To his family I extend my sincerest sympathy. Know that his legacy lives on through the examples and lessons he taught us by the way he lived his life.
Terry Cook
February 13, 2013
Dear Katy,
My thoughts are about you and your beautiful boys, Zachery, Jimmy, and Parker. So many of us miss Rand and his wonderful family. Please know that he is and always will be in our hearts, our thoughts, and our prayers - God only made one Rand Rock and we are all lucky to have spent some quality time with him in our lives. The guest book photo of your dedicated husband, father, and professional lawman is perfect!
Ann and I would like to give you our best and to know that we are thinking of you.
Judy Kaylor
February 13, 2013
My thoughts and prayers are with Rock's Family. Please know that Rock was a gentleman, professional and great human being to all who knew him. Rock has left his imprint on all us and will remain with us always. Rock now enters his eternal home where there is no suffering and he can continue to watch over his family, whom he loved fully and above all.
Dean Forster
February 13, 2013
Sorry to hear about Marshal Rock. I always enjoyed working with Rand in Topeka. He had a good sense of humor and a good attitude. My condolences.
Jon Soucy
February 13, 2013
Rand, you gave us the gift of laughter and lightheartness - the true mark of a man at peace. You now know the Peace beyond all understanding - the Peace of God. To your family, I wish the deepest condolences.
Will Bowen
February 13, 2013
Aww Rand Rock, what a loss for the world this past week. As any of us who knew or spent time with Rock, it was like listening to Paul Harvey. His stories were so vivid and entertaining that you thought you were there with him when the story originated in his life. His respect for his fellow man was always evident in every thing he did. For a guy who did so much with his time on earth, he always maintained his ability to make you feel as if you were on the same level with him, no matter what the rank was bewteen the two of you. My memories of Rock will always be of him holding court in D.C. and in Knoxville, with many of us hanging on every word Rock said. Having said that, his most passionate stories were always, and I mean always revolved around Katy and the boys. His love and affection for his family was always so evident, the voice mails he would share of the boys howling on his phone were absolutely priceless. I also know that the way Rock has raised his boys, we havent seen the end of the Rock legacy. So Rock, just like Paul Harvey would say, we will wait until you are ready to tell us the "rest of the story". God Bless you my brother!!!
Nancy Ayers
February 12, 2013
Katy, I speak for the entire Joe Honer family when I say that we are so sorry to hear about the loss of your beloved husband. Our thoughts and prayers will be with you and your boys in the weeks and months ahead. We never had the honor of meeting Rand, but we can see by these posts that he was loved and respected by many. And Rosie always spoke so highly of him. God bless you and your family.
Jenny
February 12, 2013
The Rock family is in my thoughts. His FPS dispatch mourns his passing. We are sorry for your loss.
Lana Oleen
February 12, 2013
The entire Rock family is in my thoughts and prayers. I worked with Rand (and his dad in the Kansas Legislature. Rand cared about juvenile justice and was able to accomplish some lasting policy of fairness and vision. Please know you are in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
David Albini
February 12, 2013
"The world has lost a Great Warrior, he will be truly missed"
Dottie Mozell
February 12, 2013
Rock always had a store to tell that would make people laugh even if you where in a bad mood. When you would came to HQ you talked about your boys and what they had been up to, showing us new pictures of them. I wish the world had more people like you, you will be greatly missed, but we know you are now in peace, no more pain. Thanks for coming into my life. Love Dottie and Jim Mozell.
Paul Tassey
February 11, 2013
Orwell's quote “People Sleep Peacefully in Their Beds at Night Only Because Rough Men Stand Ready to Do Violence on Their Behalf" paints my friend Rock in my mind's eye. A man of utmost integrity, steadfast in his beliefs, and would stop at nothing to take care of his friends and loved ones. The world was fortunate to have had you in it my friend. You are missed.
Douglas Collins
February 11, 2013
Rock as I new him was a true bright spot during our extremely long academy in Knoxville, TN. He and I hit it off mostly because of his Oklahoma roots and his past job as a US Marshal. We spent many breakfasts at a local restaurant near our hotel. Rock was a very funny story teller and I always enjoyed how he cut directly to the point during these stories, ha ha. He was probably the most proud father I have ever seen which was another thing we had in common as my son is 11. Rock was so proud he would almost get mad if I tried to just buy him breakfast. He was a great man and a great friend!
Carlos Vazquez
February 11, 2013
Katy, Parker, Zack, Jimmy,
Rand,a legend, admiring his steadfast and determination to accomplish greatness. Kind hearted and a fantastic person of outstanding character. Rand will be missed by many. God bless your family during these difficult times.
Christine Bolyard
February 11, 2013
I'm so very sorry to hear of your loss. I worked with Rand during his time as the U.S. Marshal for the District of Kansas, and always found him to be a very honorable, just and kind man. I know that you will miss him greatly.
Chuck Corbett
February 11, 2013
There is a little less brightness and laughter in the world now that Rand has left us. We became fellow inspectors at the same time and quickly moved into good friends (He always said I was the first guy from NJ he liked!). His immense intelligence and caring came through in his humor and to see him shine all you had to do was listen to him talk about his love of Katy and their boys. He was a co-worker, good friend, my lawyer (inside joke), and an example for all of what a good person can accomplish in this world. If you want to see a little bit of Rand on the silver screen, go see “Lincoln.” You will see the same use of humor through all times, good and bad, and if you paid attention, you can learn important lessons from the stories told by both men. Distance only made our friendship stronger and I miss him greatly.
Becky Lassiter
February 11, 2013
To the entire Rock family...My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. Rand was a powerful presence on this earth with an amazing heart and soul. He will be missed by many. May your memories bring you comfort and joy as he is with you always!
Blaine and Lynda Carter
February 11, 2013
Katy, Zack, Jimmy and Parker and all of Rand's family. Thoughts and prayers for all of you. Rand was a fantastic neighbor of ours for many years and outstanding friend. We will miss his sense of humor, twinkling eyes and smile. Such a very kind soul. Hugs for all of you from Lake Wabaunsee.
Gary Eichorn
February 11, 2013
"Thoughts and Prayers to Katy,Zack,Jimmy and Parker and entire "Rock" family. I have many fond memories of Rand from days at Wabaunsee Lake and his conversations in recent years about Katy and his "boys". Rand, You will be missed. "RIP"
Steven Bellew
February 11, 2013
Rand was a great guy and a good friend. He always had a story for me that was good for a laugh or two. He will be missed. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
John Perrine
February 11, 2013
Condolences to the family. Rand was a friend and great LEO..
Steve Houlton
February 10, 2013
A True Friend...Thanks for all the conversations over coffee back in Oskaloosa, KS...Randy, you will be missed. My thoughts and Prayers for your Family.
Libby Smith
February 10, 2013
To Katy and Children of Randy:
Randy was a very Good Friend in Law Enoforcement that is where I met him. Great smile and Friend to all of us that had contact with him. I know you will miss him Greatly. Prayers for you and your children that God gets you thru this time of your Loss. God BLess
Bill Halvorsen
February 10, 2013
Rand was always wonderful (and delightful) to work with, no matter which of his many hats he was wearing at the time. He will be missed. May God shine His eternal light upon him and give consolation to his family.
Jim Cudney
February 8, 2013
Katy, Parker, Jimmy and Zach: We can't tell you enough how much Rand, your husband and dad, loved you and how much all of you fulfilled his dreams and purpose in life. We know He will always be with you and watching over you from Heaven. He was a great friend of mine and I will miss him more than words can say. We will always be there for you and will always remember him for the compassionate, exceptional person and gentleman he was, and all of you for the great, loving, wonderful family you are. Love Cheryl and Jim Cudney
Michael Henning
February 8, 2013
Thoughts and Prayers with the family at this time
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