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Donald Hockett Obituary

HOCKETT, Donald Albert 39, passed away in Sebastopol February 10, 2002. He was the beloved son of Linda Millard and stepson of Jack McDonell. He is survived by his sister Dari Lopez and brother Eric McDonell. He also leaves behind a nephew and niece, Mitchell and Morgan Lopez; his aunt and uncle Dick and Joyce Salzmann, and a host of other relatives and friends. Don was a 1981 graduate of Analy High School. He had many hobbies, his favorites being fishing, photography, model building and listening to music. He was a big fan of the Pittsburg Steelers and the Bay Area’s 49ers. He was an avid Star Trek fan and collected Bruce Lee memorabilia. Don had a heart of gold. He enjoyed spending time with his family and he will be truly missed. A memorial service will be held at Pleasant Hills Mortuary, 1700 Pleasant Hill Rd., Sebastopol, on Friday, February 15 at 1:00 p.m. Private interment at Guerneville Pioneer Cemetery immediately following.

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Published by Press Democrat on Feb. 14, 2002.

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Troy Blank

February 14, 2002

Im so sorry to hear about the loss of Don. My thoughts and prayers are with you and the family. Don will be truely missed.



God bless

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