Passed away peacefully at home on January 7, 2025.

Aged 94 years

Loving husband of Coral (dec.).

Loved father of Stewart and Margaret, Alan and Maggie, Terry and Jo, Tim and Rozzie, Jane and Phil Prider.

Loved ‘Jumbo / Pop’ to his 12 grandchildren and 14 Great grandchildren.

Dear friend of Heather.

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Family and friends of JIM are invited to attend a Memorial Service at the Eastern Park Chapel, 271 Raglan Parade, Warrnambool on FRIDAY (January 10) commencing at 2.30pm.

Prior private burial

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Tributes

1. The Hocking Descendants Society Inc. extends our deepest sympathy to the family of Stephen James Hocking.

   Denise Phillips

   March 01, 2025 8:54 pm

2. Condolences to Jim’s family on his passing. Jim left a great impression in my life and I’m appreciative of the support he gave me when I was younger. David Rae.

   David Rae

   January 11, 2025 11:50 am

3. RIP Uncle Jim love Kay and Leon ❤️

   Kay Caveny

   January 09, 2025 9:18 am

4. Will be sadly missed wonderful brother to tom (dec) and brother in law to dot and a great uncle to susan, kay,joanne,rosalyn ,judy and all there families ,thinking of you all on this sad occasion

   Rosalyn Cust

   January 07, 2025 9:04 pm

5. Fond memories of Jim, loving brother Of Bill, Helen, & uncle of their family.Our deepest sympathy & thoughts are with all of his loved ones.

   Helen Hocking

   January 07, 2025 7:33 pm

6. Rest in peace to a beautiful man & coming into my life as a grandfather figure to me when I needed someone about 10 and half years ago now.
   I’ll miss our Sunday coffee dates after church. I’ll miss the sleepovers, lunches and spending time with you and Nan and making memories. I know you cared for Nan deeply and you were a dear friend to her but I wish you all the peace in the world with your beautiful wife Coral ❤️

   Love Shannan xxx

   Shannan Sumner

   January 07, 2025 5:51 pm