The Benson, North Carolina, community is mourning the tragic passing of Brock Ty Stahl, a 25-year-old husband and father whose death on Wednesday, August 26, 2026, has left his family, friends, and loved ones facing an overwhelming loss.
Brock’s death was confirmed in an obituary handled by Rose & Graham Funeral Home in Benson. According to the published notice, he was born on September 23, 2000, and passed away tragically at the age of 25. His death has created a profound void for the family he leaves behind.
Brock was a devoted husband to Emma Rae Maples Stahl, his wife of five years, and a loving father to their young son, Beckett Allen Stahl. The family was also preparing to welcome another child, a daughter they planned to name Sadie. His unexpected death has therefore come at an especially painful time for his wife and children.
The official obituary describes Brock as someone who worked hard for his family. Following high school, he served in the United States Army, continuing a commitment to responsibility and service that became part of his life story. He later developed an interest in technology and was proud to graduate with a degree in cybersecurity.
Brock was also known for his mechanical abilities. According to his obituary, he enjoyed working on mechanics and was capable of fixing most anything. He was employed by West Farms Wood Products in Newton Grove and attended Central Baptist Church in Dunn, connecting him to both his professional and faith communities.
For his wife, children, parents, siblings, and extended family, Brock’s passing represents a heartbreaking change to a future they had expected to share together. His young son will now grow up without the continued presence of his father, while his unborn daughter will be welcomed into a family carrying the memory of the father she never had the opportunity to know.
Some online reports have associated Brock’s death with an accident or crash. However, the official funeral-home obituary confirms his death but does not provide details establishing a specific accident as the cause. Until authorities or the family release verified information about the circumstances, the exact cause of his death should not be assumed.
Brock’s family is now receiving support from relatives, friends, and members of the wider community. The family has established a fund intended to support his children, and memorial contributions may be made to the Emma Stahl for the Stahl Children Educational Fund.
Funeral arrangements have been announced. Family and friends will gather for visitation on Sunday, August 30, from 1:30 p.m. to 2:45 p.m. at the Tabernacle at Central Baptist Church in Dunn. A Celebration of Life service will follow at 3 p.m., with burial afterward at Roselawn Cemetery.
Brock will be remembered not only for his professional accomplishments and military service but also for the love he gave his family. His greatest legacy will likely remain in the lives of Emma, Beckett, their unborn daughter, and the relatives and friends who knew him personally.
His death at only 25 years old has left many people grieving a future that will now look very different. The memories he created with his wife, son, parents, siblings, friends, coworkers, and church community will remain part of the legacy he leaves behind.
As the Benson and Dunn communities come together to support the Stahl family, condolences are extended to Emma, Beckett, the unborn Sadie, Brock’s parents, siblings, extended relatives, friends, and everyone affected by his untimely passing.
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