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Michael Ocker Obituary

BALLINGER Michael Bernard Ocker, 62, of Rowena passed away Sunday, May 8, 2011, in Shannon Medical Center in San Angelo from complications of diabetes. He was born June 25, 1948, in Ballinger to Gilbert and Leona Matilda (Lange) Ocker. He graduated from St. Joseph High School in Rowena and attended Angelo State University. Michael lived and farmed in the Rowena area all his life. He was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church and the Rowena Knights of Columbus. He was preceded in death by his parents; a brother, Tommy Ocker; and a sister, Sharon Wilde. Michael is survived by brothers David Ocker and wife Gwen of Ballinger and James Ocker and wife Charlyn of San Angelo; sisters Janet Minzenmayer and husband Dennis of Rowena and Joyce Cmerek and husband Eugene of Miles. Also surviving are numerous nieces and nephews. Rosary will be recited at 7 p.m. Tuesday, May 10, at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Rowena. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Wednesday, May 11, at St. Joseph Catholic Church with Fr. Ariel Lagunilla celebrating. Burial will take place in St. Joseph Catholic Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Chris Ocker, Steve Ocker, Darrell Cmerek, Paul Minzenmayer, Stephen Ocker and Fred Lippe. John Minzenmayer will be honorary pallbearer. Services are under the direction of Lange Funeral Home of Ballinger. Guests may register at ballingerfuneralhome.com.



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Published by GoSanAngelo from May 10 to May 11, 2011.

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May 12, 2011

I was shocked and saddened when Charles called and told me that Michael had died. This is so premature. Although I haven't talked with Michael in several years, I still have fond memories of our time at St. Joseph's School. My sincerest condolences and prayers are with the family.
Sue Moeller Richards, Hondo, TX

May 11, 2011

My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.

Dickie and Diane Hadley

May 11, 2011

Our deepest sympathy and prayers to the entire family. May God bless you all.

Sylvia Ramirez

May 10, 2011

He now sits at the right hand of the Father. My prayers are with the family.

Gary and Donna Howard

May 10, 2011

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

Jodi Keesee

May 10, 2011

Gonna miss the visits at the store. What a wonderful personality you had! A one of a kind...enjoy the beauty of the one place we all wish to be!

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