James J. Rock
August 22, 2013
Jim Rock, son of Ned C. and Jennie Pearl was the eighth of ten children, born in Des Moines, Iowa, July 16, 1932. He died peacefully with his children, his granddaughter, and his great grandson at his side. He was a retired truck driver, for the city of Des Moines Forestry department. He loved food, fishing, camping and all sports. He was an avid Hawkeye fan. At the time of his death he was living in the Veterans Home in Marshalltown.
Jim served in the U.S. Navy during the Korean War. He is survived by a sister Margaret A. Rock Swim (Ed); four children, Toni K. Rock Garreton, Jim Rock Jr. (Suzanne), Donna Rock Wenzl, and Deborah Rock Schroeder (Kurt); seven grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife Mildred, his parents, eight siblings, and his grandson Tomas Garreton.
Funeral Services will be held, 1 p.m., Wednesday, August 28, 2013, at Hamilton’s Funeral Home, 605 Lyon Street, Des Moines, with burial to follow at Sunset Memorial Gardens Cemetery. Friends may visit with family from 6 to 8 p.m., Tuesday, at the funeral home.
Memorial Contributions may be made to the family in loving memory of Jim.
Condolences may be expressed at:
www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com
Kathy Hermsen
08/25/2013
"Rock" ....
You are in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. Keep the many wonderful memories you have of your Dad in your heart and remember him with smiles and tears of joy. Love, Herm
Theresa Aldini
08/24/2013
Girl's I'm so sorry for the loss of your father. Jim & Mildred were the best second set of parents I have ever known, They will be deeply missed. Thoughts & Prayers are with all of you.
Dick and Phyllis Witt
08/23/2013
Dick and I enjoyed being friends with your Dad and Mom for many years. They were very nice people. They have each other again for ever and ever they are happy and free of pain. They will look after the rest of you and be waiting when the good Lord decides to reunite all of you!! RIP Jim .
Esther Halterman
08/24/2013
I'm sorry to hear about your dad. I always enjoyed spending time talking and visiting with your parents when I lived with or was around the Powell's'! Memories are forever!