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Posted by: Dion Oct 16 2023, 08:46 AM

Everyone

I was asked to post this by Brent’s family.

I am devastated to have to share the news that Brent has passed away

On Monday October 2 he left us to go tell the man upstairs how to fix this world.

I will miss him so very much. Heartbroken is an understatement.

Keep Elizabeth his wife in your prayers.

RIP and Godspeed buddy………

https://www.dahlcares.com/obituaries/Brent-L-Brock?obId=29408188#/obituaryInfo
Dion

Posted by: silverg Oct 16 2023, 08:54 AM

Sad to hear. He was very helpful

Posted by: Geezer914 Oct 16 2023, 09:12 AM

R.IP. , we lost another good one. In our thoughts and prayers.

Posted by: burton73 Oct 16 2023, 09:54 AM

Brent was one of the good guys. This hit me very hard this morning. The world is not as good of a place as it was when he walked it.

May his memory be a blessing for all that knew him on this earthly plane.


Bob B

Posted by: 930cabman Oct 16 2023, 09:58 AM

My late father in law used to say "nobody has made it through yet". My prayers and thoughts go out to the family and friends for their loss. Brent will be missed by many many people

Posted by: 76-914 Oct 16 2023, 10:07 AM

Damnit. At this age I should be used to losing folks that I know and like but I’m not and Brent’s passing hurts.

Posted by: 914werke Oct 16 2023, 10:26 AM

Posted by: FL000 Oct 16 2023, 10:26 AM

Sad to hear this and thoughts and prayers are with his family. Master of his craft and I was always impressed with how he dove into his projects with such attention to detail.

Josh

Posted by: mepstein Oct 16 2023, 10:44 AM

Wow. I have a huge pit in my stomach just thinking about that. Terrible.

Posted by: KELTY360 Oct 16 2023, 11:40 AM

Stunned, saddened, a little angry even, but most of all reflective of the man I got to know in small way. He had such enthusiasm and curiosity for the world around him, both natural and mechanical. The only guy I ever knew who had an entire room devoted to amphibians! His love of wildlife was well documented throughout his entertaining restoration thread. Just as clear was his love of 914s and his clever, innovative methods to bring even the smallest component back to usefulness. Too bad he never got to build that garage, it was amazing the work he did in limited space. I will miss his contributions and celebrate his example.

Rest in peace my friend.

Posted by: sb914 Oct 16 2023, 11:40 AM

So sad. I remember his intro post he was a great guy indeed.
Way to young…

Posted by: Shivers Oct 16 2023, 11:42 AM

Rest in peace bbrock. I liked the cup holder most of all. Condolences to his family

Posted by: SirAndy Oct 16 2023, 11:44 AM

Posted by: Front yard mechanic Oct 16 2023, 11:59 AM

Posted by: Literati914 Oct 16 2023, 12:03 PM

terrible.. way too young. Prayers sent.

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Posted by: 930cabman Oct 16 2023, 12:17 PM

Don't forget the air cleaner. Brent will be missed for his enthusiasm AND skills for our world of 914's. Thank you for all your gifts Brent

Posted by: Ishley Oct 16 2023, 12:32 PM

This is tough to hear. He was so helpful to me and an inspiration to everyone about how to chase this dream we share . He and I traded private messages many times both in the forum and emails. He was a real gentleman and I respected him deeply He he lived heroically and I’m grateful for his friendship.

Posted by: kroelofsen Oct 16 2023, 12:56 PM

Sad news!

Posted by: Montreal914 Oct 16 2023, 01:06 PM

Sad news another young one…

Condolences to his family.

I will continue to read his posts (build thread) for the years to come. His legacy will live on.

RIP.

Posted by: campbellcj Oct 16 2023, 01:15 PM

Sorry to hear this. RIP Brent

Posted by: rudedude Oct 16 2023, 01:47 PM

That is so sad. RIP Brent, you will be missed by all.

Posted by: rjames Oct 16 2023, 02:49 PM

So sorry to hear this. Way too young to go.

Original link to the obituary in the first post wasn't working. Use this instead:
https://www.dahlcares.com/obituaries/Brent-L-Brock?obId=29408188#/obituaryInfo

Posted by: porsche914rick Oct 16 2023, 03:25 PM

Rick

Posted by: tygaboy Oct 16 2023, 03:28 PM

"No" was what popped into my head when I read this news. Total gut punch.
I had the privlidge and honor of meeting Brent a few years ago. He stopped by the Red Barn when he was in CA. As genuine as he was funny. I always looked forward to his comments on my build. Brent embodied being an overall great guy - quick to help others with his experience and opinion. Gentle with his constuctive critisism. His build thread has and will continue to help and inspire others. Just one example of his lasting imprint on this world.
I was worried when he stopped posting regularly and I trust he's at peace now. He will be missed by many.

Word fail at times like these but the other thought I have at times like this is:
Hold your loved ones close.

Brent,
Your comment on one particular part of my car means I think of you every time I see it - and I see it often. Know I'll be thinking about you. Thanks for being you and for what you added to our lives. Godspeed, my friend.

Posted by: BeatNavy Oct 16 2023, 03:33 PM

Ugh, just saw this. He was such a positive addition to this place. Great skill, enthusiasm, and sense of humor.

Godspeed, Brent, and to your family as well.

Posted by: Porschef Oct 16 2023, 04:05 PM

Saddened and a bit shocked to read this. Figured he was on the road to recovery from that major life speed bump. I didn’t know the man but can genuinely relate to his trials and tribulations.

I’ll say it again, if you’ve hit the half century mark it’s time to schedule a colonoscopy if you’re due. Cancer really sux...

Posted by: Shivers Oct 16 2023, 04:27 PM

That is no kidding. You want to make your doctor laugh, I was on the table they were putting me under and the doc walks in and I asked him if he was going to buy me dinner first…

Posted by: doug_b_928 Oct 16 2023, 04:34 PM

I’m gutted by this news. I consider Brent my 914 restoration brother and am going to miss him very much. I’d hoped we’d get to meet up with our 914s someday.

Posted by: PanelBilly Oct 16 2023, 05:09 PM

RIP

I just thought a link back in time should be here

http://www.914world.com/bbs2/index.php?showtopic=307290

Posted by: wonkipop Oct 17 2023, 12:33 AM

he was

Posted by: infraredcalvin Oct 17 2023, 01:09 AM

Damn, RIP

Posted by: mepstein Oct 17 2023, 05:12 AM

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Posted by: flyer86d Oct 17 2023, 05:17 AM

Oh my Lord no……….

Charlie

Posted by: jhynesrockmtn Oct 17 2023, 08:02 AM

Ah crap. Brent reached out to me after a post over a year ago when I bought my BB. He was so gracious with offers of help and to meet up if I were driving through his area. We really didn't live that far apart. Now I wish I would have made that drive. RIP.

Posted by: Krieger Oct 17 2023, 08:37 AM

RIP Brent.

Posted by: Arno914 Oct 17 2023, 09:23 AM

Very sad news. I believe I have read every page of his excellent built thread. He contributed so much to the 914world and most likely did not have enough time left to enjoy his beautiful 914 like he would have deserved it.

Hope there are some 914´s and open roads up there...RIP

Posted by: worn Oct 17 2023, 10:36 AM

He offered help when I was stranded in Montana, even though given the size of the state, well it was a great offer. Brent had the career that I was too timid to follow, spending time with the mountains and the creatures. Seems like heaven won't be too much of a change for him.
I cannot though say that I am surprised at our loss. He faced a terrible disease, modern treatments not withstanding. Which speaks to the courage of his final posts here.
I am getting too old for this kind of thing.

And Intro from Montana is like seeing a ghost.

Posted by: Robarabian Oct 17 2023, 06:53 PM

Posted by: Lucky9146 Oct 17 2023, 08:35 PM

Enjoyed his thread and always checked his updates. Fun when he got it running and shared with his experiences with his 914. He will be missed. Sorry to hear this, condolences to the family.

Posted by: 914_7T3 Oct 18 2023, 10:07 PM

So saddened to hear of Brent’s passing. We were both restoring our ‘73 2.0s over the same time period and communicated often to compare progress and share tips. His commitment to the DIY nature of his project was unparalleled in the community.

He was one of the good guys and will be greatly missed.

Posted by: MM1 Oct 19 2023, 01:02 PM

Rest in peace, Brent, and my condolences to your family.

Posted by: Larmo63 Oct 25 2023, 06:44 PM

It just dawned on me that Brent was the Montana dude who started with a (kinda) crappy car and muscled through to make it into a really nice car.

This thread is just sad.

R.I.P. Brent

Posted by: 76-914 Oct 26 2023, 07:13 AM

Rather than flowers a great way to honor Brent is to donate a small grove (3 trees) in memory of him. This option is on the same memorial contribution page. His love of the outdoors and its creatures will benefit from your donation.

Posted by: euro911 May 7 2024, 06:27 PM

I'm just now seeing the updates in the first post on this thread, and truly saddened to hear of Brent's passing.

His threads were fun to read and the progress he made on his car was an inspiration to those of us who share in the madness surrounding 914 ownership.

Brent was taken away at way too young of an age. My condolences to his wife, family and friends. Rest in peace ...

Posted by: ThePaintedMan May 9 2024, 08:40 AM

Sorry to hear this. Brent always was a source of positivity and creative thought. One more reason I need to spend a little more time here. I've got three trees that will go in the ground this weekend for him.

-G

Posted by: rick 918-S May 9 2024, 11:47 AM

For a guy that states when growing up he likes cars not loved them he sure seemed to miss his calling. That repair was a serious accomplishment. Nice guy.

Posted by: dr914@autoatlanta.com May 9 2024, 12:07 PM

he was a good customer of ours, had many good talks with Brent

Posted by: Eric_Shea May 9 2024, 12:45 PM

He will be missed. Just saw this.

Posted by: AZBanks May 9 2024, 03:39 PM

He was an inspiration. RIP.