HUDSON FALLS – Rolland A. Rock, born April 8, 1949, in Granville, passed away on February 7, 2025, at Glens Falls Hospital at the age of 75.
Rolland honorably served in the United States Navy from 1968 to 1973. Following his military service, he worked at General Electric in Hudson Falls and Fort Edward from 1973 until his retirement in 2011.
He found joy in many passions throughout his life. He loved spending time in his workshop and was an avid fan of the Baltimore Orioles and Philadelphia Eagles. Rolland also enjoyed watching NASCAR, cheering for Rusty Wallace and Cale Yarborough. In the 1980’s and 1990’s, he created lasting memories camping with his family. He had a fondness for his Chevy Ranchero and relished trips to hunting camp with family and friends. His love of bowling in the late 70’s into the mid 90’s with his wife Mary, formed the foundation of his love for bowling that his family continues to share to this day. After retirement, Rolland treasured time with his loved ones and took pleasure in watching “Gunsmoke” and other old westerns. Occasional visits to the Racino added to his enjoyment.
In addition to his parents, Joseph and Elizabeth “Betty” (Gibson) Rock, Rolland was predeceased by his daughter, Melissa Rock, his brother, Stanley Rock, and his sister, Lucille (Rock) Schultz.
He was married to Mary (Delsignore) Rock for 53 years, and together they built a loving family. Rolland was the devoted father of Mark Rock (Jennifer), Christopher Rock, Scott Rock (Cricket), Steven Rock, and Todd Rock (Rena). He was a cherished grandfather to Philip Rock, Tiffany Rock, Elizabeth Rock, Evan Rock, Haleigh Akins-Rock (Madison), and Landon Rock. Rolland was also the proud great grandfather of Avery May and Emerson May. He also leaves behind his sister, Virginia (Rock) Lambert.
Following Rolland’s wishes, there will be no calling hours. A celebration of life will take place in the spring at multiple locations to be announced.
Rolland will be laid to rest with his daughter, Melissa in the spring.
God Blessings rest in peace
You will be deeply missed! I will never forget all the good times Chris and I hung at the house visiting every weekend.
I worked with Rollie at GE, many years ago. He was a great guy, always kind to everyone and will be missed by all. Prayers for his entire family..
I worked with Rolland at GE many years ago. He was a popular guy and really knew his cars and power tools. He built a deck at my house that still looks great! Sorry to Rolands family for their loss.
I was Rocky’s neighbor for many years and he helped me with snow removal and hooked me up to his hunting club 777. We were always hanging out in his shed and drinking beer. His family and ours were always doing something..he loved to go fishing and one time he took my youngest daughter Caitlin she told me that she had fun …I’m sorry for the loss of both Rocky and Melissa aka little Caker.. prayers for the family…