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for Leon Brock
Guy & Esther Mendenhall
February 21, 2009
Sue, Guy and I were saddened to read of Leon's death in the paper. He was a special friend to us even though we hadn't seen him in a while.
I pray that you have wonderful memories to cherish that will help comfort you during this time of loss.
Our prayer is for you and your family find peace in your hearts and loving memories. In His Love, Esther and Guy Mendenhall
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February 15, 2009
Dear family of Leon M. Brock jr I am sorrry for your lost. Let me share a Scripture with you at James for EIgh
Lynn Black
February 15, 2009
Dear Family I am sorry to hear of the passing of Leon No doubt this is a hardship on your family. Please find comfort at 1 Corinthians1 :3 Blessed be the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ the father of tender mercies and the God of all our comfort. My deepest sympathy for your family at your time of grief.
Joyce Moulton
February 11, 2009
Dear Mrs. Brock & family-
I just heard the news of Coach Brock passing away. I have fond memories of Coach Brock and his friendship with my dad, Ron Miller. The 2 of them loved coaching and mentoring the kids and I'm sure they are visiting each other in heaven- I feel your pain as you morn the loss and I will keep you in my prayers- It's been 7 months since my dad left us, and just know that time helps as do stories that will be shared with you by students and friends-
Sincerely- Joyce "Miller" Moulton
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Jean Bryant Nunnery (Class of '69)
February 9, 2009
Mrs. Brock & Sons,
I was shocked and saddened Saturday evening when I learned of Coach Brock's funeral. It bothers my family and me that we did not know of his death until after the fact. You and Coach Brock are very special people to graduates of Stedman and Cape Fear High Schools. He will always be "the Dean Smith of Basketball in Cumberland County." You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
LeVetta Smith
February 9, 2009
Coach Brock was a great coach. Our seasons were action packed. It is was what one could call the 'glory years'. He will be missed and not forgotten. We hope that you will come to know the peace that only God gives, and that the Holy Spirit will bless and comfort your family during your time of bereavement.
Cyndi Hamilton Class of '83
February 7, 2009
Mrs. Brock and family,
May God Bless you at this difficult time.
Coach will be missed on the court and off.
Find strength in your family and Faith.
Jim "Chief" Hamilton
February 7, 2009
Sue and family,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Leon was a wonderful man. I enjoyed our years of friendship, both at Cape Fear and in the neighborhood.
Leon touched many lives and will live forever via the guidance and advice he gave to all his "kids".
May God wrap you in His loving arms at this difficult time.
Harmon and Becky Kivett
February 7, 2009
Sue Brock and family
May your memories be a precious source of peace,strength and comfort at this difficult time. Please remember that you are not alone.
Leon bought the Stedman and Cape Fear fans so much excitement and fun. I knew him first as a Referee and a friend.
Sincerely
Sandra Frease
February 6, 2009
Dear Mrs. Brock, Craig and Brad.
I am so very glad to have known Coach Brock. He always had a kind and encouraging word . His enthusiasm during the game season was really fun to watch. Man oh man could he get excited!!! He was a father to us all and I am happy to have known him. I truly believe that he is in our future as we look forward to the day that Jesus comes to reunite us all together in His kingdom. My prayers are with you at this very special time.
Sandy Frease (Vander, NC)
Michael and Susan (Carter) Canady (c/o 1997 & 1993)
February 6, 2009
The Brock family,
Coach Brock was such a wonderful man, and we are all so lucky to have known him. I hope it brings you comfort to know how many lives he touched, and the fond memories we have of him. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
Bianca Hair
February 6, 2009
My heartfelt sympathies go out to you and your family. It was an honor to know your husband and work with him.
Valerie Jones
February 6, 2009
My prayers and condolences to the Brock family. My heart goes to your loss. Coach Brock has and will always be one of my favorite coaches of all times. Boy, we gave referees...well, you know. LOL Such a serious coach, but a funny man. One of a kind. Loved him...and honored to be a cheerleader during his reign.
Danny Maxwell
February 6, 2009
Dear Mrs Brock, Craig, Brad & Family,
I was sorry to hear about your loss this week. Coach Brock was an inspiration to many students and players that went through Cape Fear & Stedman and had an opportunity to be involved with him either on the court, classroom or just the sidewalk. He influenced my life in a positive way and I think I can say the same for the Class of '79. We will all keep you in our prayers.
MARIE ROYAL WHEELER
February 6, 2009
MRS. BROCK AND FAMILY, I AM SO SORRY TO HEAR OF THE PASSING OF COACH BROCK. I THOUGHT OF HIM EVERYTIME I WENT THROUGH STEDMAN ON HWY 24. HE WAS A VERY SPECIAL MAN. I ENJOYED HIM AS A TEACHER AND AS A GOOD FRIEND. HE COULD ALWAYS BRIGHTEN ANYONE'S DAY. I KNOW YOU WILL SURELY MISS HIM, JUST REMEMBER IF YOU WALK WITH THE LORD, YOU WILL NEVER BE ALONE. MAY YOU FIND COMFORT IN YOUR WONDERFUL MEMORIES OF HIM. ALL OF YOU ARE IN MY PRAYERS. GOD BLESS YOU. MARIE ROYAL WHEELER (CLASS OF 68)
Donnie & Cherie Rosser
February 6, 2009
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. Mr. Brock could always make you smile no matter what was going on in your life. A good man always. We love you Craig. Take care.
Tonya Thames-Ewers
February 6, 2009
Mrs. Brock and family, I pray that God guide's you and gives you peace in this time of sorrow. Coach Brock had to be one of the most heartwarming, sweetest, kindest teachers I have ever had (besides Mrs. Brock...asdfjkl;space!). I am thankfurl for to having the pleasure of learning under both of you. Family, be blessed and know that Coach Brock is resting in a better place. Class of '88
East Regional Branch Library Staff
February 6, 2009
Mrs. Brock and Family please know you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Deanna Lovick
February 6, 2009
To the Brock Family
I am so sorry for your loss. I know your family has had a lot going on lately. You are in my thoughts and prayers. May God be with you all during this most difficult time.
Martha Darden
February 6, 2009
To Mrs. Brock and to the family and friends of Coach Leon Brock it is with heart felt sympathy that I write to you to say to you all it was an honor for me to know Coach Brock at Cape Fear High school and in the following years around Stedman . T I know your hearts are heavy. I also know that Coach came here to live a life with God making a difference and he did that. He made a difference in the lives of all he met and knew. please know you are in our prayers.
Cameron Heath
February 6, 2009
Dear Craig and the entire Brock family: I know that your father will be sorely missed, but what a great life it sounds like he lived. Clearly, he impacted many lives in a positive way. That is the greatest condolence I can think of. You have my deepest sympathy.
Sincerely,
Beth Godwin Benton
February 6, 2009
Mrs. Brock, Craig, and Brad
My prayers go out to you at this time. I was upset to hear about Coach Brock's passing. I can see him in my mind on the gym floor at Cape Fear during class. He was such a great man and I am glad to have known him. Rest In Peace Coach Brock!! Cape Fear High Class of '90.
Della Harper
February 6, 2009
Celebrating a life well lived. We will cherish the memories forever.
Patricia Hawkins
February 6, 2009
The 3to 11 staff at the nursing home are thinking of you in your time of sorrow.
Martha Kivett Cannon
February 5, 2009
To The Brock Family:
I am so sorry to hear about the loss of Coach Brock. I can remember going to the games at Stedman and attending the game when Stedman won the State Football Championship. I can also remember what a wonderful person/coach/teacher he was during my years at Cape Fear. My sincere prayers are with the family. We will miss Coach Brock!!! Class of 74
Alice Anders P.
February 5, 2009
Ms Brock,Brad,Craig & Family,
We love and miss you all. We have such happy memories of being close neighbors to keep us going. You are in our thoughts & prayers .
Always,
Angie Collins Collier
February 5, 2009
Mrs. Brock, Craig and Brad -
I am so sorry to hear of your loss and hope in the coming days, weeks you will rely on your wonderful memories to get you through these tough days. I have many fond memories of a wonderful typing teacher and her energetic husband that was Cape Fear Basketball for many years. Coach Brock was a wonderful coach on and off the court.
wendy canady
February 5, 2009
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Diane H. Autry
February 5, 2009
Mrs. Brock and Family:
I am so sorry to hear of your great loss. I always liked Coach Brock. I had him in Civics class at Stedman and saw him in the gym at basketball practice all the time when we went to Cape Fear. He always encouraged me on the court and made me feel special. You and him both are an inspiration to me and in later years my son, Darrin. May God's Grace confort you and your family during this time.
You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Diane (Hollingsworth) Autry
Jeff and Belva Maxwell
February 5, 2009
Sue,Crain and Brad,
Mr Leon will be missed by Belva and myself. His always friendly smile and words of kindness will be missed. Always enjoyed talking sports with coach Brock.
Just remember, Heaven is a better place now that "Coach" is there.
Carol Horton Pope
February 5, 2009
To the Brock Family,
So sorry to hear about your loss. May God bless you and give you peace. Sincerely, Carol (daughter of the first CFHS principal, Jack Horton)
Lori Syphrit-Tatum
February 5, 2009
To the Brock Family~
My deepest sympathies go out to your family. I will always remember Coach Brock being in that "fast" mode. Wherever you saw him, he was on a mission...you could tell by his voice and his walk...He never met a unfriendly face. He was "Cape Fear High Basketball!" I was shocked to find him as a resident on the Alzheimer's unit at at the VA Nursing Center where my grandfather is also at. When I approached him, he still remembered me from high school. Everytime I went to see my grandfather, I made sure to stop and say hello to him as well. It is with sadness now that we must say goodbye, however I know we all...especially former "colts" have very fond memories of him. May God bless you with all of these memories and the ones you also shared with him.
God Bless~ (Class of '86)
David S. Pugh, Jr.
February 5, 2009
Knowing Leon was a pleasure. Coaching against him was an adventure. He well understood the relationship between character-building and competition. Indeed, Leon was one of a kind. Kindest regards to his family.
Michelle Dixon
February 5, 2009
Mrs. Brock,
My deepest condolences go out to you and your family during this difficult time. Only a couple of weeks ago, I was thinking of you, wondering what had happened to my junior high typing teacher and her husband, the coach with the great sense of humor. May the Lord give you consolation as only He can during this trying time.
Ivy Melvin Farmer
February 5, 2009
Mrs. Brock, Craig, Brad:
I am very sorry to hear of your loss. Coach Brock truly has touched lots of lives in a very positive way. I will never forget his humorous ways and his great smile. Thank GOD for allowing me to have known Coach Brock.
Cape Fear High (Class of 1974)
Connie Caudle (Hall)
February 5, 2009
To the Family of Coach Brock, I ask that God give you strength in this time of loss. I graduated in 1962, Stedman High School. Coach Brook was always smiling and a wonderful coach, person and friend. He will surely be missed..May God give you peace and comfort...In God's Arms, Connie Mangum Caudle (Hall)
Karen Collier
February 5, 2009
Mrs Brock, Craig and Brad, Your husband/father was a great man. I admire the passion he had. He was one of the nicest people I knew. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. Karen (class of 89)
Richard Sealey
February 5, 2009
Great teacher, coach, but better yet great human being. May God provide peace and comfort to coach Brock's family and friends during this time of need. "Class of 82"
Wendy (Calloway) Stanley
February 5, 2009
Mrs. Brock, Craig, Brad and extended family...
Written words will never be able to convey the love and admiration that I hold for Coach Brock. He was like a father to me and to my brother, Kent. His presence in our lives made us better people and for that, we will be forever grateful. His electric personality shined through in everything he did and all you had to do was look into his eyes to see his soul. When my son and I would visit him in his last months, I could still see a twinkle in those eyes. And when a nurse or staff member would ask who we were, his acknowledgement of 'this is my daughter and my grandbaby,' told me that he did indeed remember me. He touched so many more people than you will ever know. Take comfort in the fact that he was a role model for so many...all of his 'youngin's' will never forget him and his unique way of instilling values and morals into each one of us. Regardless of whether we played basketball for him or if we just sat in his living room watching a Carolina game with him or if we helped work a basketball camp for him, his love for us was obvious. Selfishly, though, I wish I could hear, "Well, Wendy-Pooh...how ARE you, shug?" or "Good evenin!!" just once more. But I have my memories and they are priceless. My best to you all and I trust that you will find much comfort and many blessings in the coming days. Love you!
Pam Byrd (Degalis)
February 5, 2009
Coach Brock will be missed. I remember him as being a great man and teacher, I loved being in his class. My prays are with all of you in this time. He was a great man. He could make you smile when you did not want to. I love this man and will miss him. My God bless you and keep his arms around you now and always. "Class of 1980"
Angelia Taylor
February 5, 2009
It has been an honor and pleasure getting to know Mr. Brock and being one of his nurses. I am definetly going to miss him.
Cookie "Kennedy" Miranda
February 5, 2009
Mrs. Brock, Craig, and Brad
I am so sorry to hear about your loss. Please know that you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. My God wrap you in his arms and comfort your during this difficult time. God Bless you all.
Cookie
pete house
February 5, 2009
Mrs. Brock and Family:
Our most sincere prayers are with you at this very hard time. Coach Brock meant so much to all in the entire Cape Fear region and always had the respect with those who had the pleasure of his company. I shall miss him but my memories will always be a comfort in knowing Coach Brock was good for our student-athletes. God bless.
Pete and Patricia House
Ronnie Johnson
February 5, 2009
My prayers are with you, Brock Family. I respected Him not only as a Teacher, Coach, but also a person. His sense of humor will be missed
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