HAL SHOCKEY Obituary
Hal, age 86, passed away October 1st, 2013. Hal once said, the best decision he ever made was marrying his wife Lil. He loved his family being the oldest of eight, he always set a good example for his siblings, Glen, Norma, Vern, Eleanor, Clifford, Gerald (predeceased) and Shirley. Hal built roads all over Saskatchewan. He was a dedicated employee to Evans Construction and Corman Park municipality, but his passion was aviation and hunting. After he retired, his son, Jim included Hal on the television show "Jim Shockey's Hunting Adventures", where Hal achieved celebrity status. He was a really good father to his children, Jim, Geraldine and Barbara. As a grandfather he was enjoyed by Branlin, Tony, Eva, Jamie and Thomas. Everyone loved and respected Hal, his wife, siblings, children, grandchildren, nephews and nieces. He will be greatly missed.
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Rick Netherton
April 13, 2014
I watch your show all the time Jim and I watched it Sunday 3/13.2014 when he shot his big buck with you and your daughter. What a dad and what a show Jim, thanks for a great show.
Jerry Stidard
April 13, 2014
God bless you and your family he will be missed.
Bob Thomson
April 13, 2014
I am sorry for your families loss your show with your dad and father-in-law will always be my favorites. I just saw the show tonight
Lindon Bartley
April 8, 2014
I just found out about Hal's passing. I don't recall laughing any harder then watching Hal and Len's adventures. Thank you Jim for sharing Hal with us, he will be remembered with great fondness.
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Michael Jones
April 1, 2014
To Jim and family, God bless you all in the loss of a wonderful man and legacy. I too have shared this sorrow and know he'll be missed. I hope and pray that one day I can share a hunting experience with you and your so very knowledgable team.
Bill Gregory
February 2, 2014
The entire Shockey family,
I'd like to say thank you for sharing Hal with all of us. He and Leonard's adventures always brought a smile to my face and reminded me so much of my father Bill Sr. and his buddy Lee's antics. Watching Hal's final hunt with Jim and Eva struck a deep chord and and is by far the very best show I've ever seen. God bless all of you and thanks again for sharing this wonderful man.
Joe Yakobosky
January 21, 2014
Jim and Louise:
I just watched the episode last night and didn't realize you had lost your father - my heart goes out to both of you for your losses in the past year. I had tears in my eyes watching you, your daughter and your Dad on that hunt as it reminded me so much of my father who passed away 20 years ago. You were very fortunate having both of them in your life, and it was obvious how much you enjoyed Len and Hal on the hunts. Having your family and "old timers" on the show just takes it to another level. Take Care
Jim Samolczyk. Sr.
January 13, 2014
Just viewed Hal's last buck kill and last episode. Hal and Len's exploits will be missed by many. The times they hunted together were the best shows. Sorry for the loss you and your wife have endured in the last couple of years. A true fan of your show's for many years.
John Lawson
January 13, 2014
Shockey Family,
I watched the show last night and learned of Hal's passing. I am very sorry for your loss. It always warms my heart to watch an episode with Hal and Len, thank you for sharing them with the rest of us. May God bless and keep you and the family.
Bill Seekircher
January 12, 2014
You will be missed. You've shown the wonderful example of family, friends & the outdoors. The greatest times I've had with my sons were in the outdoors whether hunting or fishing. Thank for bring smiles to many faces..
May God Bless the Shockey family.
Rick Johnson
January 12, 2014
Jim, it really hurt to learn of your father's passing. I enjoyed watching him on the show and the love and respect you had for him was very apparent. He was quite a character. Having lost my Dad less than a year ago I know what you're going through. The memories are special and you certainly have a lot of them! My condolences to you and your family. God Bless.
Rick Johnson (Wilson, NC)
david white
January 12, 2014
watch the jim shockey show all the time loved it when him and len would hunt together he will be deeply missed wante dto say sorry for your loss jim and family from the white family
Bob Cameron
January 12, 2014
Hey Jim just watch your show with your dad Hal. What a great honor to hunt as long as you did with your dad. My heart breaks for you and your family. Dads are the greatest people in our life's I lost mine when he was 57 there is not a day goes by I think of him and all the hunting we did together. May God bless you and your family. Thank you for sharing Hal & Len with the hunting world
January 12, 2014
I am truly saddened by Hal's passing. My wife and I shared many laughs watching Hal and Len.
Doc D colerain , Ohio
John Leitzel
January 12, 2014
My condolences to you and your family. Thank You for letting us meet Hal and Len through your show.
Milton & Stephanie Kilbride
January 12, 2014
Our condolences to the Shockey Family & Friends. We loved seeing the family hunts & adore Jim's hunting adventures. Our heart goes out to you all.
Raymond Martin
January 10, 2014
Jim my condolences you where very lucky to have shared some great times with your dad, which I never had a chance to do. God bless you and your family
Keith Burchart
November 4, 2013
Very sorry to hear about Hal passing. He and Len brought a new aspect to your show, and were enjoyable to watch. Just goes to show age is not a barrier to enjoying the outdoor experience. My deepest sympathies to you and your family, Jim. I enjoy your shows, and know you put exceptional efforts into your hunts. It's obvious you value your family, and Eva sure is enjoying her time with you. God bless all of you, and thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of sorrow. Keep the memories fresh Jim, as you have been a fabulous son, and an inspiration to many.
Cindy Stotler
November 3, 2013
My heart goes out to you,Jim and your family. I started watching hunting shows at 63 because of Mr.Hal and Mr Len.They made my day! l loved them! They will be missed.Respectfully,Cindy Stotler
Donna & Jim Holstein
November 3, 2013
Jim, so very sorry about Hal, he was great to watch on your show, as well as Len. Will miss them both!
Alex Paszly
November 3, 2013
So sorry to hear of Hal's passing.My wife and I loved Jim's shows that featured his Dad and Father-in-law Len. They were both wonderful guys who truly enjoyed each other's company and hunting with Jim. We will truly miss them both. Alex and Joyce Paszly
October 20, 2013
My Husband and I Have been gone hunting and just got home today,Just in time to watch the show and were so very sorry tose that Hal had passed away. Both of our Fathers introduced us to Hunting at a young age. My Father passed away in 1973 and my Father in Law in 1984 so we understand what you are going thru. Our Deepest Sympathies go out to you and your wife. Sincerely Sonny & Patti White
Mark Iczkowski
October 20, 2013
Dear Jim and family,
My deepest sympathy to you all. As a viewer, I loved your dad's sense of humor and his antics. In a way he reminded me of my own dad. I know you'll miss your dad and I'll miss him too! God bless you all!
Robert Dominick
October 20, 2013
May God bless you, Jim, and your entire family during the loss of a wonderful man. We have always enjoy watching your show and seeing Hal was a bonus for us.
Respectfully, The Bob Dominick family
October 19, 2013
Sorry to hear of Mr. Hal Shockey passing. He and Len brightened many lives by their humor and camaraderie. Their love of family and each other was very evident. We are all so fortunate to have been able to share just a small part of all of your lives through and with them! God Bless you all! Leesha and Ron Dobbs Colorado
Scott Frakes
October 16, 2013
So sorry to hear of Hal's passing. A very funny man who will be missed. He lived a long and full life and will be remembered by many. I hope to live a life as full of love and as rewrding as Hal did. My thoughts go out to his family. I actually met Eva at the NRA convention in St. Louis, MO in 2012. RIP Hal Shockey
October 15, 2013
I wished I would have had a Dad like Hal to share my hunting experiences with. So sorry for yours and the worlds loss.
Donna Rohrbaugh
October 14, 2013
My heart & prayers go to all the Shockey Family. And to "Thank You" for sharing both Hal AND Len with all of us. The Warmth and Joy they braught to me each time I saw them was a blessing. It's not what we have lost...but what we have gained from being so blessed to have such wonderful people in our lives. And they will live on in each of you.
Joshua Rosenswie
October 14, 2013
Our most sincere sympathy and prayers go out to the Shockey Family. Hal will be missed by all. However, he will be continuously loved and admired by all who he touched through the years. I've never seen anyone who could make my father smile like Mr. Hal Shockey.
Bill Evans
October 14, 2013
Jim, I'm very sorry for loss of your father seeing the relationship you had with your father will make his passing easier because when you feel sad about your fathers passing it will be easy to find a great memory to reflect on to make you smile again . God Bless
Roberto DeVincenzi
October 14, 2013
Dear Shockey Family, I've watched Hal over the years, and he has been an example for all of us. They don't make 'em like him anymore! God bless you and our deepest heartfelt sympathy.
Tom Tisano
October 14, 2013
I was saddened to learn of the passing of Hal. I had the opportunity of meeting Hal when he picked my up at the Saskatoon Airport for my whitetail trip. He was a ball of laughs the entire way to the hotel. He will be missed by all who knew him....Godspeed his soul thru the Pearly Gates into Heaven!!!
TERRY BADMAN
October 14, 2013
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.
Larry Thompson
October 14, 2013
Mr. Hal will be sorely missed. What a happy time it was to watch him interact with Jim and everyone. My boys say that's me in a few short years, lol. May God bless and keep the family during this sorrowful time of loss.
Diana Thomas
October 13, 2013
With sincerest sympathy to you and your family of the loss of your father. We looked forward to the episodes of he and Len on your show. No matter where we were on Sunday evenings, we would have to be home in time to watch your show especially Hal and Len. They will be missed. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
S. Sites
October 13, 2013
It is with much sadness that we have learned of the passing of Mr. Shockey. We thoroughly enjoyed watching him on TV. Thank you for sharing him with those of us who would otherwise never have had the opportunity to know him. He must have been an amazing person. We extend our sincere sympathy to you.
Robert Glover,Jr.
October 13, 2013
Jim, I,m so sorry to hear your father has passed.I loved watching him and Len on your show. He will be missed greatly. A truly cool old guy! My families thought and prayers are with you.
Barbara McNamee
October 13, 2013
Sorry to here about Hal. My husband watches Jim Shockey hunting show all the time. I only really liked to watch when Hal & Len were on the show. I will miss seeing Hal on the show.
Billy Palmer
October 13, 2013
May GOD bless you and your family in this time of need
October 13, 2013
My regards to the Shockey family in your recent loss of Mr. Hal Shockey. I appreciate the opportunity to meet him through Jim's tv shows and may God bless you through this time. Harold Herring-North Carolina
Bobby Bennett
October 13, 2013
So sorry to learn of your loss. Me and my wife loved all the shows Hal was on, he made us laugh so much. We have been married 29 years yesterday and I cant imagine being without my wife. I hope you find peace in your time of loss.
Sincerely,
Bobby and Melissa Bennett
Tifton Ga
October 13, 2013
Our condolences go out to the Shockey family we had the pleasure of meeting Hal at hunt fest in Saskatoon he is truly an inspiration for one and all in the hunting industry he will be truly missed from Wade,Holly,Katie,Jenny & Tyler Taylor from Beechy,Sask.
October 7, 2013
Lil
Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and all the family.
Hector and Mardelle
October 7, 2013
Lil,
So sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time.
Janet Beck
October 6, 2013
Lil my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.Lois Cartney
Shirley Bradley
October 6, 2013
Hal Shockey Family,
Hal was the best, and his son Jim has equalled him. So glad to see a short conversation helped Jim to pick the special woman he is still married to. Once you find that person it is truly "Forever".
Prayers and Regards,
Shirley Bradley
October 6, 2013
Lil,
I was so sad to hear of Hal's passing....I loved his jokes, he made me laugh! I loved how when he was around you he always had a twinkle in his eye! I always looked forward to seeing you both and when I moved to another branch I really missed you both! Shaun and myself had a lot of fun with Hal the day he took us to the farm, Shaun still talks about Hal's stories! He will be missed by so many, he loved you and your children and grandchildren very much, he will be with you always! You are in my thoughts. Xoxo
Shirley Bradley
October 6, 2013
Hal was the best of the Shockey family and his son was not far behind him. Wonderful 'real' human beings both of them.
So glad young Jim followed my advice and is still married to the same wonderful women he fell in love with.
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My prayers go out to you all.
Janice Reinhart
October 6, 2013
Dear Lil and family,
Hal was a good man and great neighbor. I will miss our little visits at the Coop. My deepest sympathies to all of you.
October 6, 2013
Our condolances from all your friends accross canada. Our thoughts are with you and the family today.
Robert and katoucha benard ( callander ontario )
Les Shockey
October 6, 2013
Naomi and I have missed the telephone calls from Hal. I know that he was looking forward to one more visit to Shockeyville. He had a great love for all the Shockey family. We will miss him greatly.
October 5, 2013
Lil,
So sorry to hear of your loss. I really enjoyed getting to know you and Hal for the brief time I was at Brightwater after Hal moved in. Seeing you walking to visit him made my heart happy to know true love still exists. Love and miss you, Teresa Isaac
Joanne and Glenn Craig
October 5, 2013
Condolences to all of the family. Our thoughts are with you at this time.
October 5, 2013
Dear Lil
Just read of Hal's passing and want you to know that you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
With love Bertha Klassen
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