Robert John “Rob” Brockie Jr., 60, born on Oct. 18, 1953, passed away Sept. 26, 2014, in Kalispell.
Rob was born to Bob and Jeanne Brockie and grew up in Southern California. He attended Christ Lutheran School, graduated from Costa Mesa High School and attended Orange Coast College.
He loved sports, the outdoors, was a major Dodgers and Lakers fan, and loved music, his friends and family.
In 1972, he enlisted in the Navy and served in Japan for two years. Rob worked as a manager for several major equipment companies. He loved meeting new people.
Rob met Leila Guymon and they married Oct. 18, 1982, and had two sons. The family moved to Montana in 2006.
Rob was a devoted Christian and well loved by all who met him. His heart was tender and he was a loving husband, father and grandfather.
He is survived by his wife of 32 years, Leila Brockie; sons, Robert John, “Robby” Brockie III and Joel Adam Brockie; stepsons, Matt and Chris; brother, Rick; sisters, Jan and Joni; grandson, Dakovan; and 10 stepgrandkids.
Rob will be greatly missed.
A memorial service and a potluck reception will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 25, at Valley Community Church of God, 2149 U.S. 2 E., in Kalispell.