Dr. E. Frank ‘Buddy’ Hancock, Jr., 75

Dr. E. Frank” Buddy” Hancock, Jr.,75, of Blowing Rock, NC, passed away peacefully on October 23, 2023, at home, surrounded by love. He was born in Brooksville, FL on August 12,1948 to the late Frank and Emmy Hancock. He attended Hernando High School where he was a member of the National Honor Society and the Key Club. Frank excelled in sports, including basketball, baseball, and football. His athletic success led to Frank being inducted into the Hernando Sports Hall of Fame. He continued his love of sports throughout his life. He enjoyed coaching his sons’ youth teams and watching those he loved play any kind of sport.

Frank attended Florida State University from 1966-1970, before he left to pursue his dream of becoming an Oral Surgeon. He attended Emory University from 1970-1974, obtaining his Doctor of Dental Surgery degree. He entered the United States Army Dental Corp in 1974 until 1977, serving three years in Germany. He made lifelong friends during his time overseas. Living overseas inspired his sense of adventure. Frank obtained his sailing Captain’s license and loved sailing the Caribbean. He enjoyed wonderful trips with family, friends, and staff throughout his life.

Frank returned to the United States to attend the University of Oklahoma Medical Center Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Residency program which he completed in 1982. He moved to Boone, NC upon completion of his residency. He practiced Oral Maxillofacial Surgery for 39 years. He retired in July of 2021. He was a member of the Watauga Medical Center Medical Staff and later inducted into the Medical Staff Hall of Fame. He loved his time in the operating room in the earlier days. Eddy Arnold’s, “Cattle Call” will be a sweet reminder of these special years.

Frank was a gifted surgeon. Blessed to do the job he dreamed of doing as a young man. He built a successful practice twice in his career. He appreciated those in the dental community so much. He loved sharing his knowledge with others, helping whenever possible. He appreciated his staff and those around him who helped create a warm and caring office. They were the backbone of his success.

Frank, endearingly known as “Buddy” by those closest to him, loved the Florida State Seminoles. He was a member of the Golden Chiefs. He enjoyed attending games with family and friends throughout the years. It brought him so much joy to see them rebuilding their football program. He cheered them on even in his final days.

Buddy loved to run in the woods and sail on the seas. We will feel him on a gentle mountain breeze or in a puff of wind from the ocean. We will hear him in his favorite songs. We will love him always.

Buddy will be missed by those he leaves behind. His loving wife of 18 years, Tara L. Hancock. His son, Brian Hancock and partner, Lana Mizell; grandson, Barrett of Boone, NC. His son, Samuel Frank Hancock and wife, Rachael; grandson, Maxwell Frank of Smithfield, NC. Brother, Harry Hancock and wife, Rhonda of Eufaula, AL. Sister, Mary-Ann Hancock Shaw of Brooksville, FL. Father-in law, and Mother- in-law, Lonnie and Ada Webster of Blowing Rock, NC, Sister-in-law, Lori Jennings and husband, Dale of Purlear, NC. Nieces, Melissa, Jessica, Truett, and Chloe. Great-Nieces, Lucie, Vivian, Adeline, and Marijn.

The family is so grateful to his private care team, especially Rachel Sanders, Amberly Marquard, Deedee Taylor and the care team of Amorem Hospice. All provided such loving care during his final months. Family, friends, and caregivers who provided support throughout the journey for all of us kept us strong and made us feel loved.

A celebration of life is scheduled Saturday, November 18, 2023 from 1pm-4pm at The Blowing Rock Country Club for family and close friends. In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts may be made to construct the High Country inpatient hospice care unit. www.amoremsupport.org/donate
or Amorem 902 Kirkwood Street, Lenoir, NC 28645.

Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.hamptonfuneralnc.com

Hampton Funeral and Cremation Service is in charge of the arrangements.

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