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Jimmy Rock Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers from Mar. 17 to Mar. 18, 2010.

Jimmy Richard Rock BLOUNTVILLE, Tenn. Jimmy Richard Rock, age 70, passed away Monday, March 15, 2010, at his home. He was the son of the late Richard J. and Mary Gladys Leonard Rock. He was a veteran of the Korean War and was retired from the banking industry after 40+ years of service. He was a member of Bradley Street Baptist Church. He had a tremendous love for people and his two dogs, Ms. Beave and Doodle Bug. He was a loving brother and friend. Survivors include his partner, Buddy Reece; two sisters, Patty Rock Fleenor and Linda Rock, both of Bristol Virginia; two special aunts, Margie Whicker and Margaret Leonard; and several cousins. The funeral service will be conducted at 7 p.m. Thursday, March 18, 2010, in Akard Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Alan Moor officiating. The committal service and interment will be conducted at 11 a.m. Friday in Tri-Cities Memory Gardens. Pallbearers will be Randy Denton, Brian Lewis, Chris Parks, Micah Parks, A.D. Jones, Paul Darnell, Greg Darnell and Odas Watson. Honorary pallbearers will be Sharon Farmer, Randy Cadle, E.L. Byington Jr., Kate Bradford and Jake Jenkins. The family will receive friends from 5 7 p.m. Thursday prior to the service. E-mail condolences may be sent to the family at [email protected] Akard Funeral Home, 1912 W. State St., Bristol, TN (423) 989-4800, is serving the family of Mr. Rock.

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Margaret Westphal

March 26, 2010

Buddy,

Again, I'm so sorry for your loss. Just remember that you have friends and we all care.

Patty King Roberts

March 19, 2010

Patty and Linda, I am so sorry to hear about Jimmy. He was so kind to everyone, and I know how much you both love him. Please allow God's Grace to sustain you today and in the coming months. I will keep you in my prayers

Tammie and Mike James

March 19, 2010

Buddy, we are very sorry for your loss.

March 19, 2010

LINDA AND PATTY-
I AM SO SORRY ABOUT THE DEATH OF JIMMY.
I HAVE GOOD REMEMBRANCES OF ALL YOUR FAMILY FROM OUR CHILDHOOD DAYS AT CHURCH AND SCHOOLS.
OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU ALL.
WILMA JEAN BELLAMY

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Leesa Swiney

March 18, 2010

My thoughts and prayers are with the family. Jimmy was a good man and will be truly missed.

Bill & Judy Chapman

March 18, 2010

Jim was a great person. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.

Kathy Woodby

March 18, 2010

To Jimmys' family,
We are so sorry to hear of his death. My father & I had great respect for him, he was such a pleasure to do business with @ the bank. His smile will truely be missed.
With our deepest sympathy,
Kathy Woodby,
Charles Woodby & family

Brian Lewis

March 18, 2010

Patty, Linda, and Buddy, please accept my deepest sympathy for the loss of Jimmy. He was always so nice to me and my family and he will be greatly missed.

Sheriff Fred Newman

March 18, 2010

Sheriff Fred Newman and the Members of the Washington County Sheriff’s Office would like to express their sympathy in the death of Jimmy Rock. If our Sheriff’s Office can be of assistance to you during your time of sadness, please do not hesitate to contact us.

Sheriff Newman and Members of the Washington County Sheriff’s Office

March 18, 2010

My thoughts and prayers are with each of you at this most difficult time.

My deepest sympathy,
Rita Gayewski

Carmen Carmody

March 18, 2010

Linda and Patty, I am so sorry to hear of Jimmy's passing. He will surely be missed. You both are in my prayers, and may God Bless those he leaves behind.

March 17, 2010

Jimmy was certainly a gentleman who will be missed by many. Thoughts and prayers.
Martha Dooley
Larry and Lynne Barker

Nancie Alexander

March 17, 2010

Linda and Patty,I just heard about Jimmy's death today. I'm sorry for your loss and my thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.

Paul Darnell Family

March 17, 2010

Buddy,
Jim was considered a part of our family and we will never forget all the wonderful things he has done for us. We will miss his smiling face and the love he had of always giving. Our prayers are with you and his family. We are just a phone call away if you need us.

Cathy Arnold

March 17, 2010

Patty and Linda,
I'm so sorry for your loss and will keep you in my prayers.

JOE MUMPOWER

March 17, 2010

BUDDY

I ALWAYS ENJOYED TALKING WITH JIMMY ABOUT BRISTOL AND THE OLD TIMES. I WAS BORN THERE 75 YEARS AGO. JIMMY, YOU WERE ONE OF A KIND, YOU LEFT THE WORLD MUCH BETTER THEN IT WAS WHEN YOU WERE BORN. THANKS FOR THE MEMORIES OF THE PAST. MAY BLESSINGS BE ON EVERYONE YOU HAVE TOUCH WHILE BEING AROUND THIS EARTH. MAY THE LOVE YOUR HAVE SPREAD CONTINUE AMOUNG OTHERS. GOD BLESS YOU. JOE MUMPOWER

Glenn Moore

March 17, 2010

Buddy,
So sorry to hear about Jim's passing. I pray that God gives you peace in the days to follow. If you need anything please call anytime.
Glenn Moore, Jr.

Breast P &O ,Janice, Angie & Cherish

March 17, 2010

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

Irma Dugger

March 17, 2010

Dear Buddy & Family, I'm so sorry about Jim. He was such a good neighbor & wonderful person. I'm sure you are broken hearted right now. My heart goes out to all of you. May God bless & give you comfort. I know your grief, I'm stiff missing my Mom since Oct. 2009.
Irma & Bob Dugger

Bob & Rosalie Smith

March 17, 2010

So sorry to hear about the passing of our dear friend. We have known him since we were children and he was always the same, friendly and caring. He will certainly be missed. We will keep you in our prayers and thoughts.

Melissa Tolbert

March 17, 2010

Jimmy was a great person. He loved people. I worked with him at Charter Federal. He will be greatly missed.

Tom Lipscomb

March 17, 2010

Dear Patty and Linda,
Jane joins with me in extending to you all our deepest sympathy for your loss of Jimmy. I am sorry we cannot be with you personally. Please know that you all are in our prayers.
Most sincerely,

Sheila Childress

March 17, 2010

I am so sorry to hear of the passing of Jimmy. He was such a sweet man and I enjoyed talking to him when I would run into him in the neighborhood. My thoughts and prayers are with his family and loved ones.

Bobby Meadows

March 17, 2010

Dear Family
Jimmy was one of the best. I know he will be missed greatly. May God richly bless you in the difficult times.

Nancy and I will always remember how nice Jimmy was to our Granddaughter Hope.

You have our deepest sympathy.

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