Richard E. Rock, age 75, passed away on August 9, 2024 at Baystate Medical Center. He was born on May 14, 1949 in Chicopee, a son of the late Ernest and Lorraine (Landry) Rock. Richard worked as a hand gun tester for Smith and Wesson for over 38 years before he retired. He was an avid Red Sox Fan and a collector of Militaria and Coins. He is survived by his beloved wife Denise (Cawley) Rock of Springfield; 3 daughters, Lisa Namias and her husband Ettore of Newington, CT, Jennifer Rock of Springfield and Christel DiPippo and her husband Scott of Holliston. He also leaves 4 grandchildren, Thomas, Nicholas, Arianna and Isabella. He is predeceased by his brothers Robert, David and Kenneth Rock. The family would like to thank the East Springfield Fresnius Dialysis Center for all of the special care they had shown to Richard during his time of need. Calling hours will be held on the morning of the funeral, Tuesday, August 13, 2024 from 9:00 – 11:00 AM at the Grise Funeral Home, 280 Springfield St Chicopee followed by burial in St Rose de Lima Cemetery, Chicopee. For online condolences, please visit www.GriseFH.com.