Delbert Lee Brock, 90, of Blue Springs, formerly of Norborne and Pittsburg, passed away on Tuesday, July 25, 2023, at Cedarhurst Assisted Living and Memory Care in Blue Springs.

Delbert was born on July 25, 1933, in Norborne, the son of Miley and Ida (Buehler) Brock.  He was united in marriage to Doris Marie Glenn of Norborne on June 2, 1956; she preceded him in death on February 14, 2011.

Survivors include: two sons, Duane Allen (Christi) Brock of Lee's Summit and Darin Ray Brock of Kansas City; granddaughter, Elizabeth Christine (Gregory) Sheets of Columbia; special friend, Janet McCracken of Lee's Summit; and numerous cousins, nieces, and nephews also survive.

He was preceded in death by his parents, his wife, three brothers, George Brock, John Brock, and one brother in infancy, and sister, Ida Knutelski.

Delbert was reared and educated in the area of his birth.  After high school, he was drafted into the United States Army, during the Korean Conflict, where he proudly served his country.  Once he returned from the war, he worked for the local railroad.  Delbert worked as a telephone man for 39 years for Southwest Bell and AT&T until he retired as a Communications Tech.

While living in Pittsburg, Delbert had a beautiful view of the lake and sunsets.  He loved spending time at Pomme De Terre Lake, where he liked crappie fishing.  Delbert was an all-around great cook.  His family especially enjoyed his exceptional fish frying abilities.  Delbert loved traveling to see the fall colors and visiting National Parks.  He loved to grow and share his garden produce.  Delbert was also fond of feeding the birds and watching wildlife.  He was an active member of the Antioch Christian Church in Pittsburg.  Delbert will be dearly missed by all his family and friends.

The family suggests memorial contributions be made to the Alzheimer's Association.  They can be left at or mailed to Thurman Funeral Home, 507 East Main Street-P.O. Box 190, Richmond, MO 64085.

Visitation with funeral services will be held on Friday, August 4, 2023, at Thurman Funeral Home in Richmond, with visitation beginning at 12:00 P.M., with services to follow at 1:00 P.M.  Burial will be in Fairhaven Cemetery, Norborne, with full military honors.  Please remember to share your memories of Delbert with the family by visiting www.thurmanfuneralhome.com.