About
since 1987
About Rochkind Insurance
With a passion for helping others, Rochkind Insurance has been your friend and neighbor in Galveston Insurance since 1987. Today, the Rochkind family insurance business continues to provide the highest quality of service, products, and value to individuals, families, and businesses in the greater Galveston and Houston areas.
Hal Rochkind is a 4th generation Galvestonian (BOI) and son of the founder, Barry Rochkind. Hal didn’t jump into the family business immediately. After graduating from UT Austin, Hal worked for National Western Life in Austin, TX. After two years in the NWL home office, Hal was recruited by Moody Insurance Group in Galveston to work as their National Marketing Director for life insurance and annuities. During his time at Moody Insurance Group Hal met with the Puerto Rican Government and advised them on annuity options to better their financial position. In 2009, Hal joined the family business to continue his father’s legacy by offering modern insurance solutions and a personal touch that is lost with larger insurance corporations.
When asked why life insurance is essential, Hal will explain, “Your biggest asset is your ability to produce income. If you had an ATM in your garage that kicked out $2500 every month, would you want to insure it? Of course. That’s the same as your ability to produce income. Protect your family’s financial future with life insurance.”
In addition to running Rochkind Insurance, Hal serves and has served on the boards of many organizations focused on helping the Galveston Community, including, Galveston Island Meals on Wheels, Galveston ISD Educational Foundation, Galveston Historical Foundation, Rotary Club of Galveston Island, United Way of Galveston, The Knights of Momus, and Child Advocacy Center of Galveston County amongst others. Hal was recently awarded the Isaiah Star Bright Award for excellent leadership from Galveston Island Meals on Wheels. Also, he was awarded the Paul Harris Fellow award from the Rotary Club and was Rotarian of the Year in 2014.
Hal enjoys spending time with his wife Jessica and their children. Hal is currently the treasurer for their kid’s elementary school PTO. Hal also coaches his son’s little league baseball team. He is a huge sports fan, like his father, and plays 2nd base on a local Baseball team, The Gulf Coast Sugar.
In Memory of Barry Jacob Rochkind
Barry Rochkind was the founder of Rochkind Insurance and a beloved figure in the Galveston community. Originally from Houston, Barry was a graduate of Bellaire High School and earned his undergraduate degree from UT El Paso (Go Miners!). He moved to Galveston in 1978, where he met the love of his life, Franie Clark. They married and worked together in her family’s jewelry store, Isenberg’s, which at the time was “the place” to buy jewelry in South Texas.
In 1984, Barry and Franie opened their own jewelry store, appropriately named Franie’s. As the high-end jewelry and gift market began to shift, Barry started selling insurance part-time. That venture grew into something substantial, leading Barry and Franie to close the jewelry store and open Rochkind Insurance in 1987. Three years later, in September of 1990, Barry earned the prestigious insurance designation of LUTCF (Life Underwriter Training Council Fellow). His mission for Rochkind Insurance was always to maintain a family business that provided professional service with a personal touch—a legacy that continues today.
To know Barry was to know his deep love of sports. In 1967, he served as a batboy for the Houston Astros, and he took great pride in the collection of broken bats he gathered during that time. In addition to that incredible experience, Barry had a 10-year stint as the Galveston sports reporter on AM 1540 KGBC, broadcasting every weekday morning. He remained a devoted fan throughout his life, always ready with a spirited, “Go ’Stros!”
To read more about Barry’s life and legacy, please view his obituary here: Barry Jacob Rochkind Obituary – The Galveston County Daily News
The Rochkind Insurance Team proudly welcomes Taylor Dhonau, our newest Customer Service Specialist. Taylor brings a valuable skillset to our team, including a strong background in administration, digital marketing, and brand management. Though born and raised in the Rio Grande Valley, Taylor is now delighted to call Galveston her home.
Taylor’s commitment is centered on nurturing strong relationships, both with our cherished clients and within the wider Galveston community. She understands the deeply personal nature of insurance, recognizing that it protects what matters most: your family and your future. Taylor is dedicated to delivering personalized service and ensuring every Rochkind client feels truly valued, like a member of our extended family. When she is not busy assisting clients, Taylor enjoys exploring the island’s unique charm or spending time with her loved ones.
When I was recently buying a new house I gave several agencies the opportunity to “win” my business… Needless to say, Rochkind Insurance was the winner. I closed on my house three weeks ago and I stilled haven’t heard from the other agents, other than their intital quote… Hal and Tammy followed through like no other agency!
D. Polzin
