Wendy Ruth Mock

Wendy Ruth Mock, born on February 23, 1966, in Westwood, NJ, lived a life filled with warmth, love, and devotion to her family and community before peacefully passing away on November 21, 2024, at the age of 58 in River Vale, NJ. Wendy’s journey began in Westwood, where she developed a strong foundation in faith, nurtured by her involvement with Zion Lutheran Church. She graduated from Westwood High School in 1984, an achievement that set the stage for her further personal accomplishments. In 2000, Wendy met Charles Yates, whom she described as the love of her life, finding a partner who shared in her delight of simple joys and mutual support. Wendy’s easy-going nature and appreciation for life’s small wonders were evident in her daily interactions. She was known to her friends and family as a caring individual, ever ready to lend an ear or a helping hand. Her commitment to her community, whether through church activities or neighborly acts of kindness, reflected her nurturing spirit and belief in unity. She thoroughly enjoyed spending time tending to her vegetable garden and watching her ever present hummingbirds. She was preceded in death by her beloved parents, Jane and Russell Mock, and her brother, Warren Mock. Wendy leaves behind her brother and sister-in-law, William and Patricia Mock, her nephew and niece, Christian and Ashley as well as a great-nephew Evan. While fond memories of Wendy will be forever held, we find comfort knowing she is now in eternal peace. A memorial service to celebrate Wendy's life will be held in the spring, in lieu of a traditional funeral service. Her family kindly asks that in this spirit of remembrance, we honor Wendy by appreciating the little things each day, as she always did.