Leland Gilbert Hancock

1948 - 2016

Leland Gilbert Hancock obituary, 1948-2016, Dallas, TX

BORN

1948

DIED

2016

FUNERAL HOME

Restland Funeral Home

13005 Greenville Ave

Dallas, Texas

Leland Hancock Obituary

HANCOCK, Leland Gilbert Born February 24, 1948 in Lebanon, MO and passed away June 20, 2016 in Dallas, TX. Gil was born February 24, 1948, in Lebanon, Missouri. He proudly served his country in Vietnam as a Navy Corpsman. He was a firefighter and paramedic in the Dallas Fire Department for 31 years. He lived a full and glorious life, full of adventure and wonder. He and the love of his life, Roslyn Hancock, have been married for 44 years, raised 3 boys, and are the proud grandparents to 4 grandchildren. Gil was always quick to help those in need, putting their well-being ahead of his, and could bring an unparalleled sense of positivity to any situation. His love of nature led to the rescue and rehabilitation of countless animals and critters. Preceded in Death by mother, Peggy Jo Hancock; father, Leland Gilbert Johnson Sr. and step-father, Lewis Hancock. Survived by wife, Roslyn Hancock; sons, Jonathan Hancock, Jeremy Hancock, and Joshua Hancock; grandchildren, Grace Hancock, Ryan Hancock, Benjamin Hancock, Reese Hancock; brother, Bill Hancock and several nieces and nephews. Family will receive friends on Friday, June 24, 2016 from 6:00pm - 8:00pm at Restland Funeral Home. Service will be held on Saturday, June 25, 2016 at 10:00am at King of Glory Lutheran Church - 6411 LBJ Fwy, Dallas, TX 75240. In Lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to: East Lake Veterinary Hospital - 10101 Northwest Hwy, Dallas, TX 75238.

Published by Dallas Morning News on Jun. 23, 2016.
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Gill was one of my favorite patients that came to our dental office, he always made me laugh. I am so sorry for your loss, he was an amazing man! Your family is in my prayers.

Merrit Alve

August 8, 2016

I am so sorry for your loss. May you have Kindness and Peace from God our Father and the lord Jesus Christ.
1cor; 1:3

June 23, 2016

Gil was a wonderful man with love for all. We were lucky to know him and the family and share many good times. Lots of soccer trip memories! Love to all of you---in our prayers! The Duckworth family

June 23, 2016

I worked with Gil for many years on the fire department. He was always a pleasant, upbeat person and expressed a lot of love for his wife and family. He was a sweet man and I am honored that I got to know him.

Canda Martin

June 23, 2016

My fondest memory was every valentines day when he would send a group of singers to Roz at her place of employment and serenade her. It was a true tribute of love to his wife. He was a truly amazing man and will be missed by all. RIP Leland. Prayers and thoughts with Roz and his entire family.

Gloria G
Doctors Hospital

June 23, 2016

Roz and family-heartbroken to learn of Gil's death. He was a good man and a good friend. Our thoughts & prayers are with you in the days to come.

Ben & Marilyn Hyde

June 23, 2016

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Jun

24

Calling hours

6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Restland Funeral Home

13005 Greenville Ave, Dallas, TX 75243

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25

Service

10:00 a.m.

King of Glory Lutheran Church

6411 LBJ Fwy, Dallas, TX

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13005 Greenville Ave, Dallas, TX 75243

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