• Donald George Hancock

    November 16, 2023
  • It is with heavy hearts that we  announce the passing of Donald George Hancock age 60, He passed peacefully away on November 14th,2023, at Carbonear General Hospital. Born September 23rd,1963 in Toronto, Donald was a man of great kindness, love and unwavering dedication.
    Donnie has now joined his parent Claude and Shelia Hancock , brother Raymond Hancock and Brother- in- law Wayne Cates, Also a dear uncle Delbert Madeley. Parents-in-law Francis and Ellen Pinsent.
    He is survived by his beloved wife of 29 years Ellen Susan Hancock, and their children, Tiley, Victoria (Barry), Jasmine (Jack) and Alex. Donnie was also a cherished poppa to Gabriel and Theo Hancock. He leaves behind his sister, Deborah Cates and her children Beau (Melissa ), Colleen, sister in law Cheryl and her children Kayla (Anthony), Meagen, and Aunt Margret Madeley.
    Donnie Will be fondly remembered for his strong family bonds and special connections he shared with his extended family. He touched the lives of his Brothers-in-laws Eugene (Barbra), Joe(Dawn),Ronald (Mary-Ann), Gary(Shelia) and Philip. Sister-in-laws Theresa (Garfield),Florentine (Dennis), Diane (Wayne). He was a loving uncle to his 25 Nieces & Nephews and adored his 15 Great Nieces & Nephews. Aunts and uncles who embraced him as their own Ann(Tom),Evelyn(Winston), Francis, Micheal (Gloria), Tom and Edward (Lisa). Donnie also held dear his close friends, including Shelly Foster, John(Karen) Comerford, Harold ( Michelle) Silveria, Paul (Lisa) Murphy, Christine (Neal) Gillespie, Pauline (Boyd) Forward,  Violet (Marvin) and Randolph King. His work family was a source of entertainment and Camaraderie throughout his life.
    Donnie will forever be remembered for his loving nature, his unwavering dedication to his family and the joy he brought to those around him. May his soul rest in eternal peace and may his memory be a source of comfort and inspiration to all who Knew him.
    Cremation has taken place, with plans for burial to be held at a later date. The compassionated team at Holloway’s Funeral Home in Whitbourne has been entrusted with the arrangements, ensuring that Donnie’s final journey is conducted with utmost care and respect.

  • 10 comments

    Joan McCarthy

    17 Nov 2023

    Oh my Susan ,iam so sorry .Donnie was a delight to be around .Always making a joke and carrying on.Sending you hugs and my deepest sympathy.

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    Marie

    17 Nov 2023

    So sorry for your lost Aunt Susan. Thoughts and prayers are with you.

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    Barbara and Eugene

    17 Nov 2023

    Donnie we will miss you dearly.you were such a sweet ,kind ,gentle ,loving ,caring father,husband ,brother in-law,friend,I could go on and on with all great things to say about you we miss you my love but you will continue to be in our hearts forever xoxoxo

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    Anthony and Tammy McCarthy

    17 Nov 2023

    Susan and family you have our deepest condolences, so sorry for your loss.

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    Ang

    18 Nov 2023

    So sorry to hear of Donnies passing ! Sue and family may all your precious memories help you through this difficult time ..Donnie was a kind ,loving man who always had a smile and made others smile also, hugs

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    Susan Mackenzie

    19 Nov 2023

    My sincere condolences to you and your family ♥️

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    Cheryl Hancock

    19 Nov 2023

    Forever in our hearts, miss you already, RIP

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    Darrin, Jennifer, Tyler, Jenna, Anna, John, Harlan

    19 Nov 2023

    Donnie you had a gift for making everyone around feel comfortable and like they were an old friend. You were always there to help my mom and dad and a special soul and cousin.

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    Joe Silveira

    21 Nov 2023

    I'm so sorry to hear about Donnie. He and I were good friends back in the early 90's. Great guy and genuine. I was shocked to hear this news. My ocondolences to the family.

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    Jonathan branton

    22 Nov 2023

    So very sorry to hear of Donnie Susan here for you Donnie will surely be missed I loved working with him and talking to him here for you susan

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