Christopher M. Rock, 68, formerly of Emmaus, died peacefully Feb. 20, 2020, in his Florida home with his wife, Pamela D. Rock, by his side. Born in Philadelphia, he was the son of the late Frederick and Nancy (Gallagher) Rock. He grew up building forts and camping in the woods with his brothers in Willingboro, N.J.

He was an award-winning snare drummer, performing with Blackwatch and the 1971 national champion Blue Rock Drum and Bugle Corps.

He graduated from Temple University School of Pharmacy and went on to become one of the first clinical pharmacists at Lehigh Valley Hospital. Later, he was a top national salesman for Baxter Pharmaceuticals before returning to Lehigh Valley Hospital to found Health Spectrum Pharmacy and settle his family in Emmaus. During the latter years of his career, he was a manager and nuclear pharmacist for Cardinal Health until his retirement in 2016. Throughout his career, he provided outstanding patient experiences while transforming the delivery of pharmaceutical care.

He enjoyed playing a variety of musical instruments, catching trout, conquering moguls on the slopes, following bands to music festivals and telling jokes.

He is survived by his wife; daughters, Melissa Motz (Justin), of Macungie, Kelly Alt (Lenny), of Alburtis and Colleen, of Salt Lake City, Utah; mother of his children, Diane Schellhardt; grandchildren, Megan and Jack Motz, Bethany and Mallory Alt; siblings, Rick, Mike, Jim and Gina; nieces, nephews and friends too numerous to count. He was predeceased by a sister, Maryann and a brother, Sean.

A gathering for family and friends will be announced at a later time.