In Memory

Anthony "Rocky" Belk - Class Of 1979

Anthony Rocky Belk

From the FHYAA Football Commissioner:

On a very sad note, I just received news that Rocky Belk, Commissioner of Gum Springs Football, passed away last night [July 15, 2010]. Rocky has been seriously ill for the past 6 months and has battled back several times in his struggle to survive. Our sincere condolences go out to his family during this tough time

Here is the note I received Monday from Martha Coleman, VP - GSYAA, followed by a copy of her letter dated Friday, July 16th:

Good afternoon,

A memorial service is planned for this Thursday at 6:00pm at Harvest Assembly, 8008 Fordson Road, Alexandria, VA.

Warm regards,
Martha Coleman

[July 16th letter]: As some of you may know and others not, Anthony ‘Rocky’ Belk passed away last night.  Just as we began our reorganization of GSYAA, Rocky stepped in and took the position of Football Commissioner and did an excellent job.  People knew who he was and because of him, we gained much respect from FCYFL.  We were happy and I must say, extremely proud, to have Rocky on our team.  We were and, because of his contribution, still are on our way to being a great organization.  We appreciate the time that we shared with Rocky while he was with us.

To family and friends, please know that Rocky fought a long and hard battle, but he suffers no more.  His journey on this earth is done and he has gone onto be with the father where he can rejoice and be at rest.  Let us all remember the life of Rocky, who he was and the contributions he made in our lives.

Remember, the journey of life is just a path,
On earth to lead our way;
A place to stop and rest awhile,
For we were never meant to stay.

As soon as we have details on arrangements, we will forward.

Warmest regards,
Martha Coleman
VP- GSYAA

Rocky Belk (Anthony Lovett Belk) was born on June 20, 1960 in Alexandria, Virginia. After high school, Rocky attended the University of Miami. He made his professional debut in the NFL with the Cleveland Browns. He played for the Cleveland Browns for his entire 1 year career.

Before his career as Football Commissioner with GSYAA, Rocky also coached at Washington-Lee High School.  

"Football sets the tempo for the school, if you have a good program, everybody's happy. But you've got to make sure it's not about the wins and losses." 

--Rocky Belk 
The Washington Post, October 10, 1995, "Area Football Coaches Scrambling to Recruit Immigrant Players"

2009, as GSYAA Football Commissioner

 

Playing with the Cleveland Browns

 

Playing for the University of Miami "Champions"

 

University of Miami football players celebrate the Peach Bowl victory

 

"Rocky Belk sprints for a touchdown" -Fortress 1979, pg.111



 
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07/19/11 01:00 PM #1    

Teresa "Terry" Kinder (Alers) (1979)

Please refer to the FHHS Class of '79 website to view the extensive comments from Rocky's classmates, friends, and colleagues: http://www.fhhs79.com/class_profile.cfm?member_id=1036064


04/09/13 05:36 PM #2    

Teresa "Terry" Kinder (Alers) (1979)

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