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John Hancock Obituary
He was born Sept. 25, 1938 in Boston, Mass., the son of the late Winton and Frances (Gallagher) Hancock.
He was a graduate of Weymouth High School, a graduate from the apprentice shipfitter program at the Bethlehem Steel Company in Quincy, Mass., and a graduate of Northeastern University in Boston, Mass., earning an associate of science degree in mechanical engineering and a bachelor of science degree in structural engineering.
He married Patricia Daley on Oct. 20, 1962.
Mr. Hancock served six years in the Army National Guard in Quincy, Mass.
He worked 39 years in shipbuilding at General Dynamics, Quincy, Mass., and Electric Boat in Groton, retiring in 1996. He taught courses at the EB Apprentice School. He recently worked at LOI Golf Course.
In addition to the love of his life Patricia, he is survived by his sons, John R. Hancock and wife, Laura, of Weymouth, Mass., Timothy C. Hancock and Patricia DiSalvo, of Randolph, Mass.; daughter, Lisa I. Smith and husband, Gregory, of Quaker Hill; brother, Edward Hancock, sister Joan Wallace and her husband, Robert, and sister-in-law, Geraldine Hancock, of North Weymouth, Mass.; brothers-in-law, Robert Daley and Richard and Jelly Daley; and many nieces and nephews.
He was predeceased by his brother, Charles Hancock.
He was a devoted husband and father. His family will deeply grieve his loss. He was the best at everything he did. He enjoyed family, traveling and loved golf. He was kind, fun loving and always fair. He will be greatly missed by his friends and his golf buddies.
He was a member of the Shenecossett Golf Course, a member of the K of C in New London, the Elks Lodge 2163 in Groton and was a member of the Electric Boat Management Association.
A Memorial Mass will be held at St. Johns Church, 22 Maple Ave., Uncasville, adjacent to Rte. 32, on November 17 at 11 a.m. Burial will be private for the family.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations in John's memory may be made to Hospice of SE CT, 179 Gallivan Lane, Box 902, Uncasville CT 06382 or to the L&M Cancer Center in New London.
The Montville Funeral Home of Church and Allen, Rte 32, Montville is entrusted with arrangements.
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Memories and Condolences
for John Hancock
Bill Van Blarcom
November 16, 2007
Pat,
My deepest sympathy for your loss. John was a good friend and golfing buddy; I will especially be missing him on Thursday nights - he always brought out the best of whoever was with him.
Barbara Kleeman
November 16, 2007
Pat,
My prayers are with you during this very difficult time. I know John was a gem of a man. Thank you for sharing stories about your family with me during our times together. As a result of our talks, I know that he will be deeply missed. He was truly blessed to be so loved by so many. Please let me know if there is anything I can do to help.
BILL BODDIE
November 15, 2007
PAT
IM SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS...I HAVE NOTHING BUT GOOD MEMORIES OF JOHN...
BILL BODDIE
MIKE MOLISSE
November 15, 2007
My Sincere Sympathy to the Hancock Family at this difficult time. Sincerely Mike Molisse
Wendy Picco
November 15, 2007
Aunt Pat,
I would like to extend our deepest sympathies to you for your great loss, he was a wonderful man and a true gentleman...The memories we have of him; we will treasure, He will be greatly missed by us all.
Stephen & Ann Marie Hancock
November 14, 2007
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
David Jordan
November 14, 2007
John was one of the first people I met in 1966 when I went to work at JJ Henry in Cohasset, he taught me a lot in those early years. Through the years I worked with John at General Dynamics in both Quincy, MA and Groton, CT. He will be deeply missed, may God comfort you in your loss.
Joan and Bob Condon
November 13, 2007
Pat,
We extend our deepest sympathy to you and your family. John was truly so likeable.
Gina Pardo Broderick
November 13, 2007
I was sad to hear of your loss. I have nice childhood memories of Mr. Hancock being a great guy - with sympathy,
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