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1938
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2014
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Kenneth Hancock Obituary
He is preceded in death by his father and mother.
Ken is survived by his wife, Hope, with whom he celebrated 53 years of marriage; three children, Kyle Hancock of Odessa, TX, Amy Prather and her husband Jon of Katy, TX, and Craig Hancock and his wife Helen of Plano, TX; seven grandchildren, Ariel Aguirre, Andres Hancock, Jacob and Jordan Prather, Andrew, Nathan, and Katherine Hancock; two great grandchildren, Sebastian and Xzavier Aguirre; brothers, Joe Don and Bruce Hancock; sister, Judeene Blankenship; and numerous nieces and nephews.
Ken was a graduate of Plainview High School. He entered the Navy during high school. He served in the U.S. Navy Ceremonial Guard at Arlington National Cemetery and was privileged to bear the United States flag at President Eisenhower's second inauguration ball. Later he served aboard the U.S.S. Saratoga on her maiden cruise in 1957. In 1970, Ken moved his family to Odessa, where he worked 35-years at Sewell Ford until his retirement.
He attended First Baptist Church of Odessa. Ken Hancock will be remembered for his positive joyful attitude, friendly smile, sense of humor, and passion for others. A celebration of his life will be held on Saturday, December 20, 2014, at 11:00 AM at Frank W. Wilson Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the M.D. Anderson Cancer Center in Houston, TX, or Odessa Home Hospice.
Services are entrusted to Frank W. Wilson Funeral Directors.
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Robert Webb
December 21, 2014
Hope, thinking of you as you undertake this tragic event in your life. Kenneth was a great friend even though we'd lost contact, still remember him from years back. Our condolences and prayers are with the family. Robert & Nellie Webb, Lockney, TX
James Cowen
December 20, 2014
Hope, Kyle, Amy and Craig. I pray for God to see you through this difficult time. I am so sorry for your loss. My love to all.
Marzee Lee
December 20, 2014
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
Cory Bynum
December 20, 2014
So sorry for your loss.
Bill Whitten
December 19, 2014
Kenneth was a fun cousin. We shared lots of good family times together. Heaven will be rewarded with his presence. May God be with his family during this time of grieving.
Blessings,
Bill Whitten
Jimmy Boyett
December 19, 2014
My thoughts and prayers are with the family at this time, R I P, Kenneth
Chito Morales
December 19, 2014
I was privileged to have worked with Ken for most of those 35 years at Sewell. I just happened to stop by there today and was told of his passing. Ken was a great guy and friend. May he and his family find peace and comfort during this difficult time. God's speed my friend.
Phillip&Ccynthia Pinnell
December 19, 2014
Thinking of the entire Hancock family.
Cathy & Jack Gourley
December 18, 2014
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your entire family. May the wonderful times you shared with Kenneth help sustain you in this time of loss, and you feel God's presence through the love and support of your family and friends.
Joyce Harrison
December 17, 2014
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
jane mcvay
December 17, 2014
May God be with you in your time of grief. A good man gone to an even
better place in heaven.
(classmate)
Carolyn Hardy
December 16, 2014
Hope, My prayers for you and your family. May God comfort you and give you peace. I love you.
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