Richmond, Virginia
HOCKADAY, Elsie B., 81, of Henrico, went home to be with the Lord April 24, 2012. She was preceded in death by her grandson, Keith W. Hockaday. Surviving are her husband of 64 years, Harold E. Hockaday Sr.; children, Natricia Richardson (Murley), Portia Jones (Ronald), Harold Jr. and Gerard Hockaday; two grandchildren, Rashad and Rashida Hockaday; three sisters, Mary Lee, Nora Hampton (Ray) and Joyce Bradby (Robert); four brothers, Harold, James, Thomas and Ernest Cotman; five sisters-in-law, three brothers-in-law, a host of other relatives and friends. Remains rest at Scott's Funeral Home, 115 E. Brookland Park Blvd. Funeral services will be held 11 a.m. Monday, April 30 at Rising Mt. Zion Baptist Church, 2705 Hartman St. Rev. Roscoe D. Cooper III officiating. Interment Forest Lawn Cemetery. Online guest book at
www.scottsfuneralhome.com.
This obituary was originally published in the Richmond Times-Dispatch.
Natricia, sorry to hear about the passing of your mom. The loss of a mother is probably one of the saddest events in one's life. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. I pray that your faith will be your strenght. Ms. Elsie's legacy will live on in you,your sister and brothers. Peace and Blessing to you and your family.
Debbie Williams
May 07, 2012 | Fichmond, VA
To Natricia and Family, I just wanted to let you know that my thoughts and prayers are with you through this heart breaking time. I wish I had the right words to make your pain less. But know that Mr. Elsie is in Gods arms now and peace is her covering. God Bless You All
Valerie Crawley
May 02, 2012 | Richmond, VA
To Portia, Natricia and all the Hockaday Family, though much time has elapsed, I have fond recollections of your Mom, Mrs. Elsie, while growing up in Fulton. I'm so sorry to hear of her passing. I pray that God, our Father will give you all the comfort you need, and that in time, your precious memories will lessen the pain of your loss. Sincerely, Sandra Ford Mason, ‘Fultonian from the Heart'.
Sandra Ford Mason
May 02, 2012 | Hampton, VA
Tricia,
I just wanted to take this time to express my heart felt sympathy to you and your family. Always remember the good times.
Fran (Green) Brown
Franchon Brown
May 01, 2012 | Richmond, VA
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Romaniel & Vivian Coleman
April 30, 2012 | Richmond, VA
Tricia,sorry to hear about the loss of your mom. we will keep you and your family in our prayers.
Claudette Richardson,
April 30, 2012
To The Family...we're thinking of you and keeping you in prayer...I will miss her face sitting out in the congregation, enjoying herself on Sunday mornings and Harold Jr. you got her there every Sunday....may God bless the family during this difficult time...
Pearl and Norbinette
April 30, 2012 | Fultonians, VA
Natricia and Portia, the news came as a complete surprize, and so I take this time to share my deepest condolences to you both, knowing how strong your faith is in God, I am confident that you have found comfort in knowing that mom is resting in the arms of Jesus.
Rev. Dr. Deborah Sams
April 29, 2012 | Henrico, VA
"God is our refuge and strength..." Psalm 46:1
Dear Portia and Natricia,
My thoughts and prayers of deep sympathy are with you and your family at this time.
With love,
Jackie Street
Jackie Street
April 29, 2012 | Richmond, VA