Paul Brock

Posted on November 2, 2022

Paul Brock, 82, passed away on Oct. 29, 2022, in Perry.

He was born May 4, 1940, in Trenton to Moses E Brock and Ruby Mae Ward Brock.

Paul honorably served his country in the United States Army.

He was a Baptist and a member of First Baptist Church of Perry.

He was avid outdoors men who loved to hunt and fish, camp and spend time with his family and friends.

He was a competitive runner, placing in the top three of his age category in many races in the Florida/Georgia area. He completed a Tallahassee marathon in 2:53:08. to qualify nationally for the Boston Marathon.

Paul was preceded in death by: his parents, Moses and Ruby Brock; six sisters, Margie Rogers, Hazel Jerrels, Belle Watson, Jean Bryant, Beatrice Mell and Pauline Brock; two brothers, Cedric Brock and Frank Brock; and brothers-in-law, Gail Mell and Vance Watson.

He is survived by: his wife of 61 years, Etsie Brock; two children, Tim Brock and Cindy Dunkle and her husband, David; two grandchildren, Alex Dunkle and his wife, Caitlynn, and Austin Dunkle; brothers-in-law, Calvin Rogers and Gary Bryant; and his sister-in-law, Annette Brock; as well as a host of nieces and nephews.

A memorial service will be held on Saturday, Nov. 5, 2022, at 11 a.m. at First Baptist Church of Perry with Dr. Stephen Ruff and Pastor Jamie Brock officiating. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service, from 10-11 a.m.

In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Big Bend Hospice.

All arrangements are under the direction of Burns Funeral Home of Perry. Friends may sign the online guest book at www.joepburnsfuneralhomes.com.