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James Brock Obituary

Jay was a sales supervisor with Richard's Cajun Foods, a native of Dallas, Texas and a resident of Baton Rouge. He died suddenly at 6:00pm Tuesday, April 08, 2014 at the Baton Rouge General-Mid City. He was 55. Jay is survived by the love of his life, his wife of 20 years: Sherry Lee Brock; father: Lloyd Wayne Taylor of Dallas, Texas; mother: Delia "Dee" Brock of Baton Rouge; daughter: Jennifer Brock Moore & husband Scott; son: Jeremy Brock; brothers: Michael Taylor of Denham Springs, and Kenneth Taylor of Dallas, Texas; three grandchildren: Jadon and Katherine and Kace. Jay was a U.S. Navy veteran. While in the Navy, he was a jet engine mechanic and a middle-weight boxing champion. At age 13, he started his career in the meat business at Scallon's Meat Market. Jay was a devoted family man who loved and lived for the happiness of his family and friends. He took great pride in the many wonderful meals he would cook for them. Jay loved his dogs, Annie and Breezy. He treasured his extensive Coca-Cola collection. Visitation will be held at Rabenhorst Funeral Home East, 5:00pm to 8:00pm Thursday. Visitation will resume Friday from 8:30am until the service at 10:00am in the funeral home chapel, conducted by Dr. Gilbert Griffith, Brad Dixon, and Rev. Ken Carroll. Interment will follow at Resthaven Gardens of Memory. Pallbearers will be Scott Welborn, Thomas Landers, Richard Schwartz, Brad Dixon, Gerald Ganey and Thomas Trantham. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Northside Humane Society, 5586 Line Road, Ethel, Louisiana 70730 (Paypal Northside Humane Society) or Looking Fur Love Dog Rescue, P.O. Box 14235, Baton Rouge, Louisiana 70898.

Published by The Advocate from Apr. 9 to Apr. 11, 2014.
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Sherry,

I'm praying for you and your family during this time.

Bridgette Wade

April 18, 2014

Mrs. Brock, My deepest sympathy and prayers for you and your family at this difficult time. Sorry for your loss.
B. Gentry-Norton

April 17, 2014

sherry my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family may God bless you

April 14, 2014

Jay, I miss you so much. Rest in peace, my heart goes with you. I am so proud of you. You were wonderful person. Much love always, Mother.

Dee Brock

April 14, 2014

For my Dear son. Jay, You were the light of my life I miss you so much. Rest in Peace.

Dee Brock

April 14, 2014

Mrs. Brock, my prayers are with you and the family. I send my deepest sympathy. Ronnie B. Knox & Family

Ronnie Knox

April 13, 2014

Jay was a good man and a good friend. He will be missed so much!!

Rhonda Lamey

April 13, 2014

Sherry, I have no idea exactly how much we've been through over the years but this is one I will never forget. My heart breaks for your loss. You & Jay married about the same time as Jerry & I. We both found the love of our lives at that time. I know how much you adored him & he you. That special look in your eyes when talking about Jay said it all.
I love you very much & pray in time you will have only special memories and your heart will not be breaking. You have so many people who love you & that you've been there for. Now, it's our turn to be there for you. ? You can call in me no matter what the hour, if only to have me listen. Praying for you & Jay too.

Pud'n Waller

April 13, 2014

Sherry, I am very sorry for your loss. I only met Jay once at Tiffany's wedding but it was clear to see what a sweet & kind gentleman he was. He will forever be watching over you.

Elizabeth Copeland Joslin

April 12, 2014

Jay could make you smile on your worst day. He was an amazing man and will be deeply missed. I pray his family finds some comfort. I think he loved with all of his heart everyday.

Allyson Dunaway

April 11, 2014

Sherry, I am so sorry for your loss. Know that you and your family are being lifted up in prayers. Love you lady.

Sue Goff

April 11, 2014

Sorry to hear about Jay he was a great!!! Man he will be missed.

Stanley Wolford

April 11, 2014

Ms. Brock,
My deepest sympathy. My prayers are with you and your family.

Ms. Cruz

April 11, 2014

Ms. Sherry: You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers at this time. God bless you.-Daniel Edwards

April 11, 2014

My thoughts and prayers are with you. May God hold you and grant you peace.

Linda Rabalais

April 11, 2014

Mrs Sherry you and your famliy are in our prayers so sorry for your Lost.
John&Sue Young

April 11, 2014

We are sending all our prayers of comfort and sympathy to you and all your family in this difficult time. May God's grace and peace hold you and comfort you.

Prudence Kemp

April 11, 2014

Sherry, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Gwen Hamilton

April 11, 2014

Very sorry to hear of Jay's passing, many a good times shared in the grocery business over the past years. May he rest in peace.

Donald Barkemeyer

April 11, 2014

Sherry,

Our prayers are with you, your family and many friends.

Callie & Billy Crawford

April 11, 2014

Mrs. Brock,

My prayers are with you and the family during this time. Love,
DeShonda

DeShonda Coleman

April 11, 2014

Sherry my prayers are with you and the family. I send my deepest sympathy. Love Vanessa Pero

April 10, 2014

Sherry and family, I am so sorry of hearing your husband's passing. Having been there before I know to well what you are going through. This will be a hard time for you and family, but take great comfort in knowing that you have a lot of family and friends that are there for you to help you get through it all. With God's grace and our prayers, there will be better days. Sincerely,

Claire (Rayford) Jas

April 10, 2014

Sherry, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I remember your words when you spoke of what a gentleman you had married when we spoke at our 40th reunion. Sending thoughts for a gentle process as you make new transitions. Bettye Dee

April 10, 2014

Sherry,
My deepest sympathy, love, thoughts and prayers go to you and your family at this very difficult time. I feel very blessed to have gotten to know Jay these past two years while being his dental hygienist. I always looked forward to seeing and visiting with him and I feel he felt the same about coming to our office. ALL MY LOVE!

Cecile O'Sullivan

April 10, 2014

I am so sorry to hear of your loss. We are praying for you. If you need anything at all do not hesitate to call.

Love,
Clara Joseph

April 10, 2014

Jay will be missed. Rest in Peace.

Shelly Sullivan

April 10, 2014

Mrs. Brock.
My deepest sympathy to you and your family at this time. I was sorry to hear of the sudden passing of your husband.

Karl

April 10, 2014

MY PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU AND YOUR FAMILY JEREMY.
MS.DONNA AT GALVEZHARDWARE & OUTDOOR COOKING.

April 10, 2014

Mrs. Brock you are in my thoughts and prayers. I was saddened to hear of the loss of your loved one, your soul mate and friend. May GOD grant you a peace that passes all understanding and please know that Jay will always be alive in your heart.

Vickie Auguste

April 10, 2014

Sherry, Dent and I were shocked and terribly saddened by the news of Jay's passing. Jay was a good man who was loved by many. We will always have good memories of him and will miss his warm and kind presence. May God grant you peace and strength in this difficult time.
Linda Wood

April 10, 2014

Sherry, I can't find the words to express my sympathy. Please know that you and the family are in my prayers and thoughts. May God give you peace and understanding that His will must be done.

Shelia Dudley

April 10, 2014

We will all treasure our wonderful memories of Jay, who was a wonderful friend and helped us all. The laughter we all shared will never be forgotten, and we will remember Jay as a true friend. God bless you, Jay Brock.

Annette Mire

April 10, 2014

Sherry we are so sorry. Please know we are praying for you and your family. May God give you strength and peace through your cherished memories.
Sincerely,
The Flentroy's
Catherine and Daphne Flentroy

Daphne Flentroy

April 10, 2014

You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. I am so sorry for your loss.

Elizabeth Gouner

April 10, 2014

Sherry our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Sincerely,
The Flentroy Family
Daphne and Catherine Flentroy

April 10, 2014

My deepest sympathy, love and prayers.

Debbie Williams

April 10, 2014

I am so sorry to learn of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Judith Burch

April 9, 2014

To my beloved cousin: I light a candle in your honor and memory. I have only a few memories of meeting you but my visit with you and Sherry five years ago is still fresh in my mind. You were so warm and nice to be around. You and Sherry are the most hospitable people I've ever had the pleasure of knowing. Thank you for a priceless experience. May you rest in peace.

Angie Eudy

April 9, 2014

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Bonnie Christensen

April 9, 2014

So sorry for your loss.

Sandi Edmunds

April 9, 2014

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

Cynthia Raby Horton

April 9, 2014

We were shocked to hear of your loss, and Jay was such a good guy. I appreciated his friendship with my dad(Larry) and I all these years.

David Lindquist

April 9, 2014

I was so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.

Elaina Altunbas

April 9, 2014

My heart is full of sorrow learning of your passing! I can't believe it! You were a wonderful, caring man. Always helpful. I remember all the resets and store set ups at Albertsons and Wal-Mart! You will be sorely missed! May you rest in eternal peace!
Sherry, My prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. I'm so sorry. May God be with you and give you strength.

Laura Boeke

April 9, 2014

I know he will he will be missed by many. Prayers of peace and comfort to all his family and friends

Willard and Melanie Cole

April 9, 2014

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