Raymond P. Hockenberry

Age 79, of Magnolia, passed away Sat., June 26, 2021.  He was born April 21, 1942 in Malvern, OH, a son of the late Delmar and Frances (Eibel) Hockenberry, and was a life resident of this area.  Ray retired from Metalico Annaco where he was a crane operator.  He loved all the dogs he had, enjoyed working on cars, watching war documentaries and NASCAR, and was a member of the Carrollton Eagles.  Ray honorably served in the U. S. Army during the Vietnam War from 1968-70.  In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by eight brothers and sisters.  He is survived by one daughter, Joanne (Jerry) Withers, his long-time companion, Norma Bowen, two granddaughters and two great-grandsons, Brandis (John) Lewis, and their sons, Ryker and Braxton, and Tara (Mike) Werick, two sisters, Shirley Essig and Betty Horton, his brother, Ronnie (Paula) Hockenberry, and his beloved dog, Shorty.  A graveside service will be held Thursday at 2 p.m. in Sandy Valley Cemetery with Pastor Dale Roberts officiating and with Military Honors.  There will be no visitation.  Condolences may be sent to: www.gordonfuneralhomes.com

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