Miles A. Rock, 85, of South Yarmouth MA passed away on July 13, 2020 surrounded by his family. He was born on October 22, 1934 the son of Harry and Harriet Rock of New London, CT. Miles had a special bond with his grandfather, Dr. Daniel Sullivan also of New London CT. Miles attended Dean Academy and University of Bridgeport.

He married Diane Bulkeley, of Monroe CT, his prep school sweetheart. The were happily married for 64 years. He is survived by his wife Diane, their daughter Debra R. Griecci and her husband James P. Griecci of Yarmouth Port, MA. Their son who is predeceased James E. Rock and his surviving wife Elizabeth F. Rock of Guilford, CT and their youngest son Bruce D. Rock and his wife Kristin K. Rock of Ivoryton, CT. Miles was known as “Grandpa” to his grandchildren; Jeffrey P. Griecci, Brian M. Griecci, Tucker F. Rock, Brooks D. Rock, Cooper D. Rock, Jackson R. Rock, Sullivan M. Rock and Macy K. Rock. He was most recently blessed with his first great-grandchild, Mason Miles Griecci.

Miles’s working career started with Ralston Purina Co. and L.G. Balfour Co. Upon retiring and moving to Cape Cod he worked at Bass River Golf Course as a starter. He enjoyed golf, fishing as well as boating, reading, working in his yard and traveling to Nantucket and Florida but his greatest enjoyment was his family and grandchildren.

There will be no services as was Miles’s wish. In lieu of flowers please consider a donation to the Alzheimer’s Foundation or the American Cancer Society.

Diane, So very sorry to read of Mile's passing. My friendship with him went back years, from discussions on golf and fishing. I will miss his smiling face at Picadilly. Please know that you are yours will be in our prayers during this difficult time. Dave and Rosemary Akin