John Richard (Dick) Garlock, a resident of Bellvale/Warwick, New York, entered into eternal life on July 19, 2012.

He was born on February 8, 1933 in Buffalo, New York to parents Lawrence Robert Garlock and Elsie (Eaker) Garlock. 

His sister, Sally (Garlock) Holmes and brother, Donald Garlock, preceded him in death.

John was a professional dancer for many years, performing in summer and regional theatres throughout the country.  He went on to become the circulation manager at New York’s Cue Magazine, and then worked for Restaurant Associates in the payroll department.

He was a man with a huge heart and a delicious sense of humor and he will be greatly missed.

He is survived by several nieces and nephews, as well as many loving friends.

Private funeral arrangements were under the direction of Lazear-Smith & Vander Plaat Memorial Home, 17 Oakland Avenue, Warwick, NY 10990.