Obituary of Richard Hancock

Richard “Dick” Hancock, Sr. Dick passed away peacefully 1/09/2012 with his wife Linda and daughters, Jessica and Katie, at his side in Seattle, Washington. Dick was born in Clarksville, Tennessee in 1942. He was the middle of five children. He grew up in Kankakee, Illinois. He got his bachelor’s degree in pre-med from University of Illinois and immediately joined the Navy. He met his wife Linda in Long Beach, CA in 1967. They were married in 1968. Dick later attended UCLA where he received his master’s degree in public health administration. His career centered around public health. He retired in 2007 after 27 years with Washington DSHS. Church and family were most important in Dick’s life. He and Linda raised five children: Leslie Pearsall (Bob), Katie, Rick (Jennifer), Jessica Little (David) and Philip. He was a loving father and husband and a doting grandfather to his eight grandchildren. Dick was a talented, lifelong golfer, runner and avid sports fan. He enjoyed playing clarinet. During retirement, he generously volunteered his time to his church, RCIA, the Food Bank and the Crisis Clinic. He also enjoyed traveling with Linda and planning their next adventure. He lived life to the fullest and was an example of strength, courage and love to the end. We love and miss you. Rosary at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 812 Bowker St. SE, Lacey, WA at 7:00 p.m., Thursday, January 12, 2012. Mass of Christian Burial at Sacred Heart at 9:00 a.m., Friday, January 13, 2012. Interment at Calvary Cemetery, Tumwater, WA, following reception. Please leave memories of Dick or condolences for the family in the Guestbook below.