David Clemon Hancock

David Clemon Hancock, lovingly known as D-Daddy, 80 passed away peacefully on Tuesday, February 28, 2017, at his home in Lexington.

He was born in Russellville, Kentucky on Oct 21, 1936, to the late Mr. and Mrs. N.C. Hancock. David was a graduate of the University of Kentucky College of Pharmacy. He enjoyed a successful career as a pharmacist and businessman. He and his wife were long time residents of Bowling Green. David was an honorable man who loved his family and his friends with all his heart and soul. He was an amazing example of what a father should be. He had a larger than life personality and his legacy will live in the wonderful and often hilarious memories shared by those who knew him.

David is survived by his devoted wife of 54 years Phyllis Kelly Hancock of Lexington; his son George Kelly Hancock; his daughter Holly Hancock Codell and his two grandsons Jack and David Codell of Lexington. He was preceded in death by his brother Jack Hancock of Russellville, Kentucky and his twin brother Dr. George M. Hancock of Lenoir, N.C. He is also survived by his two sisters Linda Nealy of Russellville, and Sara Kathryn Dickey of Covington, La.

A memorial service will be held at Christ Episcopal Church in Bowling Green, Kentucky on Saturday March 18th at 4 p.m. A reception will follow in the parish hall. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to a favorite charity or Shriners Hospital for Children.