Morris Hockersmith obituary: Morris Hockersmith's Obituary, Kentuckiana
In Memory Of
Morris Hockersmith
1918 - 2019
In Memory Of
Morris Hockersmith
1918 - 2019
He was born on July 25, 1918 in Louisville, Kentucky to the late James and Virginia (Stout) Hockersmith. He is also preceded in death by his wife, Margaret Jean Hockersmith, son, Glen Hockersmith, brother Roy Hockersmith, sister Aileen Humphrey and great-grandson, Kasey Sanphasiri.
Morris was a self employed electrical contractor owning and operating Hockersmith Electric for many years. He had many interests and hobbies including a Ham Radio operator, a pilot, photography and loved gardening and farming.
Morris is survived by his sons, Buddy (Karen), Jerry (Jill), nine grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren.
Visitation will be from 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm on Monday, July 22, 2019 at Newcomer Cremations, Funerals & Receptions (235 Juneau Drive Louisville, KY 40243).
His funeral service will be at 11:00 am on Tuesday, July 23, 2019 at Newcomer Cremations, Funerals & Receptions (235 Juneau Drive Louisville, KY 40243)
with burial to follow at Middletown Historical Cemetery.
The family requests that contributions in Morris’s memory be made to Poplar Level Baptist Church (14302 Poplar Lane, Louisville, KY 40299).
To leave a special message for the family, please use the "Share Memories" portion below.
He was born on July 25, 1918 in Louisville, Kentucky to the late James and Virginia (Stout) Hockersmith. He is also preceded in death by his wife, Margaret Jean Hockersmith, son, Glen Hockersmith, brother Roy Hockersmith, sister Aileen Humphrey and great-grandson, Kasey Sanphasiri.
Morris was a self employed electrical contractor owning and operating Hockersmith Electric for many years. He had many interests and hobbies including a Ham Radio operator, a pilot, photography and loved gardening and farming.
Morris is survived by his sons, Buddy (Karen), Jerry (Jill), nine grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren.
Visitation will be from 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm on Monday, July 22, 2019 at Newcomer Cremations, Funerals & Receptions (235 Juneau Drive Louisville, KY 40243).
His funeral service will be at 11:00 am on Tuesday, July 23, 2019 at Newcomer Cremations, Funerals & Receptions (235 Juneau Drive Louisville, KY 40243)
with burial to follow at Middletown Historical Cemetery.
The family requests that contributions in Morris’s memory be made to Poplar Level Baptist Church (14302 Poplar Lane, Louisville, KY 40299).
To leave a special message for the family, please use the "Share Memories" portion below.
Services & Gatherings
Visitation
Monday, July 22, 2019 from 4:00pm to 8:00pm
Newcomer Cremations, Funerals & Receptions
235 Juneau Dr
Louisville, KY 40243
Directions & Map
Service
Tuesday, July 23, 2019 at 11:00am
Newcomer Cremations, Funerals & Receptions
235 Juneau Dr
Louisville, KY 40243
Directions & Map
Interment
Middletown Cemetery
E. Louisville Chapel (502-245-0095) is assisting the family
E. Louisville Chapel (502-245-0095) is assisting the family