John Charles Hocking parted this world suddenly on Friday, Dec. 17, 2010, at the age of 65.

He is survived by one life partner, three sisters, four children and eight grandchildren all of whom will miss him greatly.

A celebration of his life will be held at the American Legion in West Seattle at 3618 SW Alaska St., on Saturday, Jan. 15, 2011, from 1 to 5 p.m. Please sign the online guest book at www.weeksfuneralhomes.com.