Pamela J. Mock, 57, residing in South Bend, passed away at 8:50 am Thursday, January 7, 2016 in Hospice House. She was born October 20, 1958 in South Bend to the late William and Clara (Hartbarger) Thornton, and remained a lifelong area resident.
On November 27, 1976 in Mishawaka, Pamela married Gary Mock, who survives. She is also survived by daughters, Jennifer L. (Marc) Whitmer and Melissa A. Mock, both of South Bend; son, Mike R. (Jennifer) Mock, also of South Bend; grandchildren, Trenton, Payton, Devon, Ty, Amaya and Dylan; and mother-in-law, Mary Jane Mock of South Bend. Additionally, she is survived by siblings, Kim (Don) Weinkauf of Mishawaka, Denny Rosell of South Bend, Michael Irons of South Bend, Rick Irons of Mentone, William Thornton of South Bend and David Russell, also of South Bend; and sisters-in-law, Lesa (Cas) Sikora of Vandalia, MI and Janet (Don) Knapp of South Bend.
Pamela worked as an invoice associate at Wal-Mart for 24+ years. She enjoyed gardening, flowers, and Sunday afternoon car rides, but most important to her was spending time with her family and grandchildren. She will be greatly missed by all who knew her.
Funeral services for Pamela will be held at 10:00 am Saturday, January 9, 2015 in the Palmer Funeral Home - Hickey Chapel, 17131 Cleveland Road, South Bend, where friends may visit with the family one hour prior to services. Pastor Cindy Uhrich of Clay United Methodist Church will officiate.
Memorial contributions may be donated to River Bend Cancer Services, 919 E. Jefferson Blvd, Suite 401, South Bend, IN 46617. Online condolences may be left for the Mock family at www.palmerfuneralhomes.com.
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