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David Hallock Obituary
BARTOW - David Duncan Hallock, age 73, passed away Wednesday, March 07, 2012 at Palm Terrace Hospice in Lakeland of cancer.
Born September 22, 1938 in the Panama Canal Zone, Mr. Hallock was a resident of Bartow since 1972 moving from Los Angeles, CA. He was owner and operator of Badcock Home Furnishing Center of Bartow for over 27 years. He was formerly group head of the ion laser section with Hughes Aircraft in Torrance, CA. Mr. Hallock was a graduate of Georgia Institute of Technology, with a Masters of Science degree from Cornell University. He was a U.S. Army veteran. Mr. Hallock was very active in the community including Elder with First Presbyterian Church of Bartow and chairman of the Grace Diner program; past president and recipient of the George Jenkins Volunteer of the Year Award for United Way of Central Florida; past president of Gordonville Child Day Care and the United Child Care Centers of Polk County; board chairman of Early Childhood Resources; Founding president & treasurer of Friends of the Bartow Public Library; co-founder and president of Families of Polk County, a ministry to juvenile offenders; chairman & former board member: Bartow First Methodist School; past president: Women's Care Center; past president Bartow Performing Arts Council; past president, Paul Harris Fellow & Rotary Club Foundation chairman for the Bartow Rotary Club; former board member and co-chairman of Paint Your Heart Out for the Bartow Chamber of Commerce; active with Guardian Ad Litem; board member: City of Bartow Community Redevelopment Agency.
Mr. Hallock is survived by his wife of 50 years: Harriet Frazier Hallock; son: David D. Hallock, Jr. & wife Cynthia of Lakeland; daughter Evelyn H. Weiss of Bartow; son: Mark F. Hallock & wife Sarah of Norcross, GA; father: Duncan Hallock of Lakeland; brother: Bruce E. Hallock & wife Sheryl of Denver, CO; grandchildren: Parker Hallock, Bradford Hallock & Porter Hallock, all of Norcross, GA, Luke C. Weiss of Brandon, FL, Jacob F. Weiss & Zach S. Weiss of Bartow, Claire D. Hallock, David E. Hallock & Hope A. Hallock, all of Lakeland.
Family will receive friends Friday, March 9, 2012 from 6 to 8 PM at Whidden-McLean Funeral Home, Bartow. Funeral services will be held Saturday, March 10, 2012 at 11:00 AM at First Presbyterian Church, 355 S. Florida Ave, Bartow. Memorials may be made to Friends of the Bartow Public Library, 2150 S. Broadway Ave, Bartow, 33830 or Grace Diner of Bartow First Presbyterian Church, 355 S. Florida Ave, 33830. Condolences to family at
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for David Hallock
March 10, 2012
There is a Jewish saying: whoever saves one life, saves the world entire.
May your family take comfort in knowing that your work saved a child's life. I know it and the child's adoptive parent certainly knows it.
Van Kistler
March 9, 2012
My sister Cynthia (wife of David Hallock, Jr.) could not have had a nicer, more caring father-in-law than Mr. Hallock. He and his wife Harriet have been such a blessing to my sister, nieces, and nephew over the past 17+ years, so gracious to host us "in-laws" every Christmas, taking us in as their own. Will always be remembered as a gentle and caring man...
March 9, 2012
I had the pleasure of getting to know Dave when I was with the United Way of Lakeland, later to merge and become the United Way of Central Florida. He was one to always chalenge your ideas and help you clarify where you were going. He was a joy to know and always brought out the best in me by constantly asking questions. He will be missed by many as he gave to so many. My prayers are with his family
Betsy & Paal Hansen
March 9, 2012
Duncan,
We are so sorry to hear of the passing of your son.
God's peace to All of You.
From Betsy (Peaslee), John Peaslee's daughter, your Company Clerk.
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March 9, 2012
Clarence joins me in expressing our deepest sympathy to Harriet and family. I was always so proud of David and his willingness to give of himself to his church and community. May God give strength and healing to each you in your time of sorrow.
Clarence & Judy Bowe, Paradise Valley, AZ
Jim Meyer
March 8, 2012
David was always ready to lend a hand to those in need. He was a leader in his church and community in helping the less fortunate, willingly giving of his time and many talents for the good of others. He will be greatly missed.
March 8, 2012
Harriet,
So sorry to hear of the loss of your husband, David. My sympathies for you and your family at this sad time.
Lynn Duke Urda
Atlanta, GA
Cathy Smith (Puhak)
March 8, 2012
I am so sorry to hear of Davids passing. My prayers go out to the family. He will be missed. God bless his wife and family.
Frank Comparetto
March 8, 2012
David (and family): I was sorry to hear of your father's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.
Marsha and Mel Feathers
March 8, 2012
Our deepest sympathy to Harriet and all of the family. David was a great man and did so much for the community and others. He will be greatly missed.
Rose Nixon
March 8, 2012
Harriet, Evie, and Family...I am so sorry to hear about David. My thoughts and prayers go out to you. My deepest condolences to the family. Rose (Spires) Nixon
Dennis Clark
March 8, 2012
My Deepest Sympathy For The Hallock Family Dennis Clark Ole Mailman
Nancy and Siegfried King-Strosahl
March 8, 2012
We are sorry to hear of your loss.
David will be greatly missed.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you
Connie Parrish-Strickland
March 8, 2012
So very sorry to hear of your loss. Dave was a wonderful man and he will surely be missed. My thoughts and prayers at with you during this difficult time.
Sandy Herz
March 8, 2012
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Whidden-McLean Funeral Home
March 8, 2012
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