James Rodney Hancock

IMPERIAL - James Rodney Hancock of Imperial, passed away on November 26, 2020 at Festus Manor Nursing Home at the age of 85. He was born on June 22, 1935 in Dawson Springs, Kentucky to the late Kirah and Edna (Egbert) Hancock. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his siblings, Herman (the late Cornelia) Hancock, Mary (the late Carmie) Winstead, Louise (the late Curtis) Courington, Mabel (the late Bud) Hendrix, Cora (the late Joe) Cartwright), Ruby Hancock and Junior Hancock. James is survived by his children, Drenda (and husband Pat) Eaves of Festus and Troy Hancock of Bloomsdale, his grandson, James Troy "J.T." Hancock, Jr., his stepson, Amon (and wife Danna) Hancock of Union, his special canine companion, Phoebe, along with many nieces, nephews, and friends. James proudly served his country as a veteran of the United States Navy. He retired from Chrysler where he worked as an assembly line worker. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, and NASCAR. He will be fondly remembered and dearly missed by all who knew and loved him. A celebration of life will be planned at a later date. Memorial donations, if desired, may be made to the Open Door Animal Sanctuary, 6065 Duda Road, House Springs, MO 63051. View the online obituary and share your condolences at cozeanfuneralhome.com