Robert J. "Rob" Hockensmith, Jr.
Apr 25th, 1960 - Mar 16th, 2022- Birth Date: Apr 25th, 1960
- Death Date: Mar 16th, 2022
- Funeral Date: Mar 23rd, 2022
- Location: The Looking Barn, Littlestown
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Biography: Robert J. "Rob" Hockensmith, Jr., 61, of Taneytown, died Wednesday, March 16, 2022 at Wellspan Gettysburg Hospital. He was the husband of Sharon (DeGroft) Hockensmith for 31 years. Born April 25, 1960 in Hanover, Rob was the son of the late Robert J., Sr. & Wilma (Cottingame) Hockensmith. He was a Home Remodeling Subcontractor for 40 years.
Surviving in addition to his wife, are his three sons, Michael Hockensmith & Taylor of Hanover, Brad Hockensmith & Brittany of Littlestown, Brian Hockensmith & Emma Strausner of Taneytown; two grandchildren on the way; his mother-in-law, Pat DeGroft of Taneytown; his two brothers, David Hockensmith of Westminster and Tim Hockensmith of Taneytown and his two sisters, Lydia Locke of Huntley, IL and Julia Hockensmith of Hanover. Rob was predeceased by his father-in-law, Bernard DeGroft, Sr. He was an avid hunter who enjoyed fishing, boating, other outdoor activities and spending time with his family.
A Celebration of Life will be Wednesday, March 23, at 11 A.M. at The Looking Barn, Littlestown, with Charlene Fowler officiating. A Visitation for family and friends will be 10 -11 A.M. Memorials in Robert's name may be sent to: American Cancer Society - P.O. Box 42040, Oklahoma City, OK 72123 or cancer.org to donate online. Online condolences may be shared on www.littlesfh.com.
Terry & Tammy & Matt Baker
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