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Dale Hancock Memoriam

Dale Hancock, a well-loved teacher, basketball coach and principal in Chandler Unified School District, died Wednesday night. He was 72. | Read more

Published by The Arizona Republic from Mar. 24 to May 12, 2011.
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We love you Sue. I know you're a strong lady. May Dale fly with the angels and find comfort in the Lord's arms, much love Lori Anderson

Lori Anderson

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April 7, 2020

I was saddened to learn of Dale's passing. We went to Bisbee High together. He was so supportive when Wally died. My family will never forget his kindness and genuine sencerity. I send my prayers and healing thoughts to Dale's family. He was loved and will be missed by so many.

March 31, 2011

My thoughts & prayers to Jane & family. We have lost an incredible human being. Dale greeted everyone with a smile & an outstretched hand. I don't think anyone could meet him without feeling they had made a genuine friend. I feel blessed to have known Dale while attending Chandler Schools, as a parent and also former district employee. God needed the best so He chose Dale.

JULIE WOOD

March 30, 2011

Deepest sympathies to the Hancock family. Dale was a legend for our time and for Bisbee. He is missed.
Butch Lynn '65

Butch Lynn

March 29, 2011

Jane,Brian,Shane,Shad and Summer - - Diane and I are praying that God will surround you with love and comfort during the tragic loss of your husband, dad and granddad. He was a great man and we treasure the friendship we had with him over the years. Diane grew up with him and his family in Bisbee and I enjoyed working with him in Chandler for my whole teaching career. I felt very honored when he recruited me to teach for him at San Marcos but I was enjoying my position at the Jr High too much to join him. I will never forget the basketball games I played against him in the Chandler City Leagues when we were both young men. I hated to guard him - - because since he couldn't jump he made sure I couldn't jump either by getting real close and grabbing my shorts. Not only couldn't I jump - - I couldn't even move. The referees never did catch him.
He was an amazing man. We will miss him as well as the whole community. Jim and Diane Johnston

Jim and Diane Johnston

March 28, 2011

Vaya Con Dios, Amigo

Ed '53

March 28, 2011

Mr. Hancock was the principal who first hired me to work for CUSD - he was the best boss I ever had. I will always remember his kindness and the confidence he had in all of us (his staff at San Marcos Elementary). My thoughts and prayers are with his family.

Carmen Leathers

March 28, 2011

Mr. Dale Hancock will always hold a special place in my heart! Because of him I have many pictures of my sons Mark and Luke when they played basketball at Queek Creek High School. Mr. Hancock went beyond taking pictures, he even went out of his way to drop off some CD's at NBJH for me. They don't come much better than Mr. Dale Hancock, we lost a good one! My sincere condolences to his family.

Catherine Miller

March 27, 2011

I was Dale's secretary from 1973 to 1981 both in AJ and Chandler. He taught me so much and I loved him dearly. He was a BIG man, not only in size. I cannot say enough wonderful things about him. My love and prayers to his family. Vera McKinney Ferguson

March 26, 2011

Our thoughts and prayers go out to the family.

Gayle&Linda Hancock

March 25, 2011

Mr. Hancock -- an amazing man. We are thankful for him getting three Hamilton's though Jr. High. He was a fair man, a tough man but at the end of the day it way his laugh that made all of us enjoy our years at Willis Junior High. As an adult I loved talking to him about "his challenges.". Having been one I always did and still respect him. Go Firebirds and Mr. Hancock!

March 25, 2011

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Bennye Bailey

March 25, 2011

I had the privilege of attending Willis Junior High School where Mr. Dale Hancock was principal. I attended from 1981-1984/7th-9th grade. I remember when someone was in trouble he was hard on them, but he wanted young people to learn the right way in the world, so that they would grow into wonderful productive adults. Margie Zeilstra - CHS 1987-Chandler, AZ

March 25, 2011

Our deepest sympathy to all of the family for your loss. We've heard and read nothing but high praise for Dale, a very respected and loved man.

Frances & Tony Lopez

March 25, 2011

As we are all saddened by Dales physical departure, we are also reminded of the Giant Shadow he has cast upon all whom came in contact with him. The love, empathy, and concern, the bright light, he showered upon all. Our prayers and sympathies go out to his family and all who loved him. The pain and void of his passing cannot be eliminated by words of admiration and praise, nor can they adequately express what Dale has meant to so many. These sentiments herein, of our emotions and respect are only a mirror token of his legacy that will live on in the lives of the multitudes he has touched. His spirit will live on in the lives he has touched, as well as the lives they themselves touch as well. May Our Lord comfort his family as He grants Dale eternal grace and peace.

Dale will be missed, the lessons, the love, the commitment, contribution, the light of his life will never diminish or be forgotten.

LES FENDERSON

March 25, 2011

My heartfelt condolences to the family. I always loved working with Dale. He was a great advocate for students. He will be greatly missed.

Deborah Belnap

March 25, 2011

My heartfelt condolences to Dale's family. I am truely grateful for the opportunity to work and associate with Dale. And more recently, I always loved chatting with him when we ran into each other at the Queen Creek Basha's. He was a great man in every way. Love you Dale!

Deborah Belnap

March 25, 2011

My condolences. So sorry to hear of your loss. We were good friends, classmates, neighbors and teammates.
RIP my friend.

Philip Reed

March 25, 2011

I kept in touch with Dale through e mails. We have not seen Dale since he sold his ranch in Dublin. Dale always gave me great guidance in coaching and life. Dale was was so supportive of my teams and was a great role model for me to follow. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family. Dale regularly sent me pictures of his kids and grandkids. Condolences from the Texas side of the family.

Jowell Hancock

March 25, 2011

I am truly saddened by Dale's death. He was such a wonderful man who gave so much to to so many. I thank you all for sharing him with us and I wish you peace and joy in the knowledge he is no longer suffering. Sylvia Echave Stock '63

Sylvia Stock

March 25, 2011

Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. God bless you all.

Sincerely, Larry and Debra Baer

March 25, 2011

Dear Jane and family, my thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this time. The world has lost a wonderful and caring man. He will be greatly missed. God Bless you all.

Dorothy Gonzales

March 25, 2011

My best thoughts to Jane and family and to Jan and family. Dale was my internet friend and I loved him as a brother. He will be missed. He impacted so many lives and always stayed positive. Sylvia Echave Stock '63

March 25, 2011

My thoughts and prayers are with family and friends at this special time. God be with you.

Diane Montoya

March 25, 2011

Dear Jane and all of Dale's extended family---what a wonderful big-hearted, personable man. Good memories of high school and church in Bisbee in the '50s! Love, Marty Bihlmeier Larson

March 25, 2011

Deepest sympathy to the Hancock family. Dale was someone everyone admires. I only knew of him while he was at BHS but he was a legend of his own which he continues thorough out his life time. He will be deeply missed by family and friends and especially his BMG friends where I have grown to know him.

Marlene McCabe

March 24, 2011

A wonderful BMG friend - condolences to his wife, children and siblings! He will be deeply missed by his many Internet friends via the Bisbee Memory Group - such a sad loss.

Jean Burch

March 24, 2011

To the Hancock family, my deepest condolences. I was privileged to work with Dale and continue to correspond with him during his retirement. I appreciate the passion he brought to our community and his love of children. He will be missed.

PS: I ate lunch today at one of Dale's favorite restaurants, Floridino's, in his honor. :)

Terry Locke

March 24, 2011

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