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James Hancock Obituary

HANCOCK James Edward Hancock, 81, of Jacksonville passed away Saturday, March 11, 2006. Born November 1, 1924 in Mayport, FL to Hiram & Alice Hancock, James was a loving & devoted husband, father, grandfather, brother & friend. He served 11 years in the US Marine Corp as a Sergeant during WWII & the Korean Conflict. A 32 degree Mason, he retired as an Engineer with the railroad from Jacksonville Terminal Company after 50 years of service. Preceded in death by 2 sons, he is survived by his loving wife of 59 years, Lois Hancock; daughters, Laurel (Carlos), Betsy, Christine (Kenny) & Willie Anne; sister, Irna Burr and many nieces, nephews, family & friends. A memorial service will be held 3:00 PM Wednesday, March 15, 2006 at TOWN & COUNTRY FUNERAL HOME, 7242 Normandy Blvd with Pastor Jerald Scheck officiating. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in James' name to Haven Hospice. Please Sign the Guestbook @ Jacksonville.com

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Published by Florida Times-Union from Mar. 14 to Mar. 15, 2006.

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Sharon Mullis

March 16, 2006

Willie,

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. I will never forget your father and I am sorry that I have not seen him in so many years.

He will live forever in our hearts.

Kenneth Cole

March 15, 2006

Good Bye Dad, You just don;t know how much that I will miss you. You were always the greatest inspiration of a man to be around, there never was any anger or harse words between us for the thirty years that I have been married to your daughter {Christine] and I will never forget you.

Bonnie Martin Sipe

March 14, 2006

Dear Betsy and Mrs Hancock,



We are so sorry for your grief. It's extremely sad and painful to lose someone you love so much, but thank God, Mr Hancock is with Jesus! I know that's been your prayer for a long, long time.



Betsy, your daddy was an honorable man! He was a good grandpa to Aron and Heidi. I appreciate his service to our country. No matter the accolades, though, what's most important is that he accepted God's love and forgiveness. For that, we give praise to God!



"Let all those that seek thee rejoice and be glad in thee: and let such as love thy salvation say continually, Let God be magnified." - Psalm 70:4



My family prays for you in your time of grief. Mrs Hancock, we especially pray for the loving arms of the Lord to remain wrapped around you. God bless you for the nearly 60 years of marriage to your husband. That's awesome!



In the love of Jesus Christ,

Bonnie, Rich, Savannah, and Justin

Beverly & Ted Mouchette

March 14, 2006

Betsy and family,

I am so sorry to hear of your loss.

Our prayers are with you and your family as you are going thru this

difficult time. Please know that

we are here if you need anything.

Keep your Dad's memories in your heart and he will be with you always.

Take care & God Bless

Rusty Spears

March 14, 2006

This man was a great inspiration to myself as I was becoming a man many years ago. I learned many character values from him, such as work hard for what you want and more importantly accept and handle all responsibilities and obstacles you encounter. May God Bless his family and his wonderful loving wife. What a great man!

Arthur R. Smith USMC (Ret)

March 14, 2006

Go in Peace Marine. SEMPER FI

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