Ralph Gordon Brock

McMinnville, TN resident and Bledsoe County, TN native Ralph Gordon Brock, age 83, was born February 3, 1943 and died February 12, 2026 at his residence following an extended illness.

A retired truck driver and a member of Smyrna Church of Christ, he was the son of the late Maxie Odell and Emma Edna Dolberry Brock. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by father-in-law and mother-in-law, Wallace and Mary Betty Christian; brother, Charles Brock and sisters, Juanita Brock Bickford and Darcus Brock Young.

He was married to Wanda Brock of McMinnville, TN on April 12, 1963. In addition to his wife, Mr. Brock is survived by children, Trina (Tim) Fariss and Tyson (Angela) Brock, both of McMinnville, TN; grandchildren, Brock "Rocky" Fariss, Brayden Fariss, Allison Brock and Hunter Brock; brother, Paul Brock of Pikeville, TN; sister, Karen (Tom) Hill of Southern Pines, NC; brother-in-law and sister-in-law, Joe and Gail Bell and several nieces, nephews and cousins.

Funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m. Sunday, February 15, 2026 in High’s Chapel with Jon Simmons and Rickey Magness officiating. Burial will follow at Center Hill Cemetery at Hills Creek in Warren County, TN. Visitation will be Saturday from 4:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. and Sunday from 12:00 p.m. until time of service at High’s.

The family would like to extend a special thanks to Kirsten, Anna and Carolyn with Gentiva Hospice.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital by clicking here. 

Online condolences may be made at www.highfuneralhome.com.

High Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.