KINGSBURY – Melissa Marie Rock, 43, of Kingsbury, passed away on Sunday, January 19, 2025, at her home.
Born on September 10, 1981, in Glens Falls, she was the daughter of Rolland and Mary (DelSignore) Rock.
Melissa was a 1999 graduate of Hudson Falls High School. For the past 20 years she worked at Travelers Insurance, where she was an insurance agent. Melissa was best known for her love of karaoke and operating MRock Entertainment for over five years.
She deeply loved her family and friends, especially the people at Sully’s East, Bogey’s, Hudson Falls American Legion, Broadway Lanes, Lawrence Street Tavern and the Rock Bar and Grill. Melissa loved to spend time with her family and friends. During the summers, she enjoyed going to the Saratoga Racetrack. She loved shopping, especially at her favorite store, Buckle. Melissa also enjoyed trying her luck at bingo.
Her mom was her best friend. They loved doing everything together, especially their weekly tv night. She also looked forward to her weekly trips to Good Vibes, she had her own special drink “Rockstar”. Melissa enjoyed collecting nutcrackers, as well as freebird boots and blowfish sneakers. She always would be seen wearing her cherished handmade jewelry.
She is survived by her parents, Rolland and Mary Rock; her siblings, Mark (Jennifer) Rock, Christopher Rock, Scott (Cricket) Rock, Steven Rock and TJ (Rena) Rock; her nieces and nephews, who she loved as her own, Elizabeth (Nick May) Rock, Haleigh (Madison) Akins-Rock, Evan Rock, Philip Rock, Tiffany Rock and Landon Rock; and her great nieces, Avery May and Emerson May.
Friends are invited to the calling hours on Tuesday, January 28, 2025, from 4 to 7 p.m. at the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main Street in Hudson Falls.
At the request of the Rock family, a celebration of life will be held at the Rock Bar and Grill in the spring.
Burial will also be in the spring at Union Cemetery in Fort Edward.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Countryside Veterinary Medical Group, 454 Queensbury Ave, Queensbury, NY 12804in Queensbury or a Gofundme has been set up to support the Rock Family during this unexpected Loss https://gofund.me/aae1b487
Our thoughts and prayers are with the Rock family. We always loved Mellisa and enjoyed coming to karaoke with her. We will truly miss her. Sending our Love. Sue and TJ
Our hearts are shattered losing you. Our get togethers will never be the same. We had our ups & downs but always mended the bond we had. I cherish the memories we made , & will continue to share keeping your spirit alive. I know God had his reasons for taking you away but so many unanswered questions leaving us so soon. We are all hurting so please send some signs your ok. Karaoke with the angels, till we meet again one day. I love and will miss you but I will never forget beautiful sista lissa xoxo
You will be so missed by all Melissa. You were such a generous, giving person who loved her family very much.
She will be soooo missed, I will never forget her kind ways❤️ May her family find peace…
Melissa, you shall always have a piece of my heart. I shall miss that beautiful smile and all our little chats. Till we meet again my dearest friend! Love you.
Melissa, I watched you grow up, you’re like a little sister to me. So many awesome memories. You will be missed but never forgotten. Condolences to the Rock Family.
Melissa was my friend and I will miss her deeply. I live in Florida for the winter so we can’t attend the wake. But we will be at the celebration in the spring. Mary if you need a friend I’m here for you just text me. My prayers go out to you all.❤️
I am so very sorry to hear about the passing of Melissa. We were co-workers at travelers. She was always willing to help me with a question or two. She will be missed. Rest in peace my friend.
My wonderful friend. So very sorry to lose you. Heartbroken.
You will be missed by many.
Condolences to the family and friends.
ROCK FAMILY
I’m so sorry to hear about Melissa
RIP
This was shocking to see as I just saw her right before her passing & gave her a hug & caught up with her. My condolences to the family. She will be missed!
she will be missed such a sweet spirit