Ralph C. Hancock, born on February 20, 1952, in Alliance, Ohio, passed away

peacefully on May 26, 2024, in Warren, Ohio, at the age of 72.

Ralph served his country with honor, enlisting in the Army and serving during the

Vietnam War. His bravery and dedication were an enduring testament to his

character.

After his military service, Ralph worked diligently for 32 years as a laborer at

American Steel Foundries in Alliance until 2013. He then transitioned

to a career as a truck driver, a role he fulfilled for several years before retiring.

Ralph was first married to Sharon Parke Hancock, with whom he had two sons. The

couple remained devoted to each other until Sharon's passing. Later, Ralph found

love again and married Karen Virden Hancock, with whom he shared his

remaining years.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Robert James Hancock Sr. and Viola Jean

Moorehead Hancock; his first wife, Sharon; brothers David Hancock, Paul

Hancock, Robert James Hancock Jr., and Gary Hancock; and sister Joan Hyatt.

Ralph leaves behind his loving wife Karen; his sons Matthew Hancock and his

fiancée Nicole Abbott, and Michael Hancock and his wife Julie; his grandchildren

Nathan Hancock, Katie Hopkins, Courtney Hancock, Elena Meyst, Zachary

Hancock, and Megan and Brett Bishop; and his great-grandchildren Elizabeth

Hancock, Jacob Olivas, and Benjamin Olivas. He is also survived by his sisters Colleen Hancock

and Colette Richmond.

Arrangements are entrusted to Martin Chapel of Care Funeral & Cremation

Specialists, Calcutta, Ohio.

Memorial donations can be made below to Belacare Hospice.

Ralph was a man of strength, loyalty, and love, and he will be dearly missed by all

who knew him.