Douglas Sanford Bock

1/2/2020

Passed away peacefully, following a brief illness at Grand River Hospital on Thursday January 2, 2020 at the age of 81 years.

Beloved husband of Valerie H. Bock (nee Hughes) whom he married 57 years ago on June 2, 1962. Loving Father of Traci Bock, Donna Bock and Steven Bock (Swan). Predeceased by his parents, Truman and Jennie Bock.

Cremation has taken place. A private family gathering will be held with interment in Woodland Cemetery. Donations may be made to a charity of choice as expressions of sympathy.

The family would like to thank Paula and her wonderful staff and volunteers at The Sunnyside Senior’s Day Program. Doug always enjoyed the times he spent there. We would also like to thank the staff at Nithview Long Term Care Home, for the care he received during his short stay there.

Messages and condolences may be left for the family at www.tricitycremations.com or 519.772.1237. Please visit Doug's obituary notice on Facebook.

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Mike

1/3/2020 07:34:19 pm

Hey Bocks family. I'm so sorry to hear about Doug passing. Sadly I didn't know him as well as I would have liked but I do remember each and every encounter with him he was always a kind, gentle, happy, and entertaining man even when we crossed paths this summer at Alice's he was always up for trying to get a laugh out of us (or maybe it was just me as I laugh at everything).

It was a pleasure to know Doug even in the briefest of time. My deepest condolences to you all, stay strong and support each other. <3

Val Bock

1/6/2020 07:05:41 am

Thank you Mike

1/7/2020 07:18:36 am

Thanks Mike

1/7/2020 07:21:09 am

Than you for your kind words

Dubrick Family

1/4/2020 10:28:01 am

So sorry to hear about Doug’s passing. Doug was a wonderful neighbour to us on Idlewood Drive. He always had time to chat and our boys received many “dinky” cars from him, all of which we still have. Rest In Peace.

1/7/2020 12:10:21 pm

Thank you for your kind words

Nancy Hallman

1/5/2020 09:25:34 am

My deepest condolences to the family. I knew Doug from the Seniors Day Program. Doug was always very kind and lot of fun no matter what we played cards or other games .Doug had such a beautiful smile.Know he is in no pain any more. Many Blessings to the family

1/8/2020 04:45:07 am

Thank you

Doreen and Ron Buttenham

1/5/2020 11:48:56 am

Our deepest sympathy to you, Val, and your family. Ron enjoyed many good visits and talks with Doug on "good old Idlewood Dr." Thinking about you at this sad time.

1/9/2020 09:39:43 am

Thank you for your kind thoughts. Doug really missed life at Idlewood, talking to the neighbours and anyone that passed by the house. He did gradually get to know people around our neighbourhood as we have a community trail along side our complex. They would often ask after him when he was no longer able to take Jake (our cat) for walks. And he really enjoyed his time at Sunnyside. Sadly he took very ill at Christmas and did not recover

Margot & Rick

1/5/2020 12:33:45 pm

We treasure having known Doug as a neighbour and close friend for many wonderful years. His memory will always be cherished in our hearts. To dear Val and her family, we offer our sincere condolences on your loss of Doug. We will miss him.

Paul and barb heldman

1/7/2020 08:47:26 pm

Our relationship extends many years. Thinking now of all the great times we shared together. Even thought we are provinces apart. I think of u daily. You know we are right there beside u always. Sending hugs and 💕

1/9/2020 09:41:54 am

💕

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