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C. Hancock Obituary
1933 -2009
C. Patrick Hancock, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, entered into real life on June 6, 2009, after a three-year battle with prostate cancer.
Pat was born in St. Augustine, Florida on November 7, 1933, and grew up in Miami, Florida. He delighted in telling stories of his early days, especially alligator hunting in the everglades.
Pat was a graduate of Oklahoma Baptist University, Golden Gate Theological Seminary, and taught junior high science and math for 32 years in the Lucia Mar Unified School District, retiring in 1994. He was known for his multiple biology collections, several of which were donated to the Santa Maria Museum of Natural History, and his neat and interesting classroom.
His defining identity was that of a follower of Jesus Christ, and he exemplified love and grace to all who knew him – often taking in people who needed a home or aiding those in need.
He made his wife of 50 years, Linda Fording Hancock, his three children: Kim Hizey, Kristin Nickelson, and Kory Hancock , and their spouses Steward Hizey, Thomas Nickelson, and Breona Hancock, feel loved and accepted, no matter what.
The great joy of his life were grandchildren Cameron and Quinten Hizey, Kale and Luke Nickelson, and Madison Hancock. He was never too busy to spend time with them and make them feel special.
Through many years of service, he fulfilled numerous positions in several churches, but none brought him more satisfaction than serving in New Life Community Church, especially the King's Crew and South County People's Kitchen.
A quiet man, he led by example, and was valued for his wisdom, kindness, and thoughtfulness – as well as his ability to bring order out of chaos.
Pat was preceded in death by his parents Jesse Hancock and Lois Bare, and brother Robert Hancock. Besides the family listed above, he is survived by brother Byron Hancock of Las Vegas, Nevada, sister Joyce McCormick of Jasper, Georgia, and several nieces and nephews.
A Memorial Service will be held Friday, June 12th, at 3 p.m. at New Life Community Church, 990 James Way, Pismo Beach, California. A private family burial will be held at Arroyo Grande Cemetery.Arrangements are under the direction of Marshall~Spoo Sunset Funeral Chapel, Grover Beach, (805) 489-5552.
In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts may be made to South County People's Kitchen, 187 Moore Lane, Arroyo Grande, 93420.
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Eileen and Fidel Herrera
June 13, 2009
We will miss him. . But we await the day we can be re-united with him. Meantime, try to follow in Pat's footsteps and be the best Christians we can be. We continue to pray for Linda and the family. Eileen and Fidel in Mexico
Faye Beasley
June 13, 2009
Linda and family: We remember so much the great years we all had at Golden Gate Seminary---you and Pat were so special to us and we had good times. I am sure you and the family will miss Patrick so much, but hown wonderful one of these days we'll all be in heaven together and what a glorious day that will be. You are in our prayers in the days ahead---one day at a time. Love and God Bless
Faye and Wally Beasley
Denise S
June 12, 2009
Mr. Hancock was a great teacher and it was so nice to grow up having him and his family living in the neighbor hood.
Denise
Jerry & Nina Swanson
June 11, 2009
Linda and family; Pat was a dear friend and fellow "Kings crew man" He is already missed and will be anytime we walk into our shop that he always kept so organised. Linda you and the family are in our prayers,for Gods comfort and strength at this difficult time.
Elizabeth Beaman
June 11, 2009
Mr. Hancock was my homeroom teacher at Paulding Middle School. He was such a kind and gentle person. I would like his family to know that he was very much appreciated.
Don Smith
June 11, 2009
We sorrow with you, yet rejoice in the assured home-going of Pat to his place prepared by our Lord.
--Don/Ruth Ann Smith family
June 10, 2009
Mr. Hancock definately lived the life of a christian. He was a great teacher, and a wonderful friend. I am so sorry, my thoughts and prayers are with all of you guys. Noreen and Mary
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