John Ray Hocking Obituary
With solemn reverence, we commemorate John Ray Hocking of Booker, Texas, whose life came to an end on January 9, 2026 at the age of 85, leaving behind cherished memories. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.
He was predeceased by: his parents, John Hocking and Dellaurs Hocking (Cunningham); and his son Kenneth Hocking. He is survived by: his wife Ruthanna Hocking; his brother Dennis Hocking (Tracy); his sons, John Wayne Hocking (Tricia) and David Ray Hocking (Sarah); his daughter-in-law Brandy Hocking (late Kenneth Hocking); his grandchildren, Conner (Danielle), Kathryn, Mason, Mitchell, Keaton, Merrick, Alex (Samantha), Tommy, Phillip and Mark; his great grandchild Lily; and his grandchildren, Reese, Kendall (Sarah) and Hope.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Booker Fire Department, P. O. Box M, Booker, Texas, 79005; Booker EMS, P.O. Box 429, Booker, TX, 79005; or Darrouzett American Legion Post 653, P.O. Box 62, Darrouzett, Texas, 79024.
