John Barry Mock

Columbia—John Barry Mock, of Columbia, SC, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, March 14, 2018. In celebration of his life, a memorial service will be held on Wednesday, March 21, 2018 at St. Andrews Baptist Church, 230 Bush River Road, Columbia, SC 29210 at 11:00 a.m. with visitation to follow. Barry was born on December 30, 1947 in Savannah, GA. He was preceded in death by his wife, Carlette Neeley Mock; father, William "Bill" Mock, Sr.; mother, Jane Kieffer Mock; and brother, William "Bubba" Mock, Jr. He is survived by his daughters, Melissa Mock Wiggins and Jennifer Mock Konarski; grandchildren, Kelsey, Conner, Elaine, and Graison; sister, Sandra Mock; and many in-laws, nieces, nephews, and dear friends. Barry was a graduate of Georgia Southern College in Statesboro, GA. He also served in the U.S. Army as a Psychiatric Social Worker, with Honorable Discharge. After over 31 years of service, Barry retired from the Department of Corrections (SCDC). He had a passion for traveling, camping, and enjoying great food. Among his many talents, Barry had a gift for art (sandblasting), bowling, shagging, and of course, talking. Most of all, Barry was a faithful member of St. Andrews Baptist Church. The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit. The righteous person may have many troubles, but the Lord delivers him from them all, Psalms 34:18-19. For no one is cast off by the Lord forever. Though he brings grief, he will show compassion, so great is his unfailing love, Lamentations 3:31-32. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to St. Andrews Baptist Church.