Robert Hancock Sr. Obituary - Visitation & Funeral Information

Robert Lee Hancock, Sr., formerly of Terrell, passed away Feb. 6, 2018 in Longview. Robert was born June 20, 1946 in Quanah, Tx to Lee and Bobbie Hancock, both of whom preceded him in death along with his brother, Walter Glenn Hancock. Robert was a 1964 graduate of W.W. Samuel High School after which he was honorably discharged from the US Marine Corps Reserve. Robert then attended Trinity Valley Community College where he received his Associate’s Degree. He worked for, and retired from, Oncor Electric having started with the company when it was still named Texas Power & Light. Robert loved playing bingo and taking trips to “the boats” but more than anything, he loved spending time with his family especially his grandkids. His priority for his life was to provide for his family and their every need and he will be remembered forever as the most loving husband, father and grandfather. Robert leaves to cherish his memory his wife of over 50 years, Pat Hancock of Longview; son, Robert Hancock, Jr. and wife Carol of Flint, TX; daughter, Jennifer Hancock Saccoccio and husband, Paul, of White Oak, TX; grandchildren: Rob Hancock, Taylor Strange, Payton Strange, Ashleigh Hancock, Reese Saccoccio, Aubrey Saccoccio, and Addison Saccoccio; brother Johnny Hancock and wife, Sue, Sister Katie Norman as well as several nieces, nephews, extended family and a host of friends. A Gathering of friends and family for Robert will be from 6 to 8 pm Thursday February 8, 2018 at Max Slayton Funerals and Cremations. For those wishing, memorials may be made to the American Kidney Fund at www.kidneyfund.org.

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Robert Hancock Sr.

June 20, 1946 - February 6, 2018