of Batesville, AR
October 29, 1964 - December 24, 2019
Chris Hancock, 55, of Batesville, Arkansas passed away on Christmas Eve, Tuesday, December 24, 2019.
He was born on October 29, 1964 in Hot Springs, Arkansas to Patrick Homer Hancock and Ruby Dean (Bryant) Hancock.
Chris was a beloved son, dedicated husband, a loving and proud dad and Poppy, with a larger than life personality. He never met a stranger and was always giving to others. He loved to laugh and fellowship with family and friends. He especially enjoyed family time at home, and being "Big Daddy on the Grill". He was well known for his love of Christmas, his favorite time of the year.
He started preaching the gospel at age 16 and has dedicated the last 39 years to the work of God's Kingdom. He was a licensed minister with the United Pentecostal Church International. He served as Pastor of New Life Church in Ash Flat, Arkansas for the last six years, and had a fiery passion for serving the church and the community.
Survivors include his parents; his loving wife, Lesa Gail (Treadway) Hancock; two sons, Nathanael Hancock (Tiffany) of Jonesboro and Drew Hancock (Savannah) of Jonesboro; four grandchildren, Chloe, Claire, Kinsley and Levi; a sister, Angela (Hancock) Castleberry of Batesville; and a host of other family and friends who love him.
He is preceded in death by his paternal grandparents, Marvin and Lois Hancock and his maternal grandparents, Freeman and Nellie Bryant.
Pallbearers will be Charlie Treadway, Travis Treadway, Adam Watson, Wesley Wren Jr., Mike Loy and Gary Brock. Honorary pallbearers will be Adrian Parmley, Chris Proulx, Darrell McKinnon and Sheriff Mark Counts.
Funeral Services will begin at 3:00 pm Sunday, December 29, 2019 at First Church of Batesville, under the direction of Roller-Crouch Funeral Home, with Rev. James Lumpkin, Rev. M.D. Parmley and Rev. Tim Gaddy officiating. Private burial will follow at Mt. Zion Cemetery.
Visitation will be held from 1:00 pm until 3:00 pm Sunday, December 29, 2019 at the church.
Memorials may be made in his honor to the New Life Church Building Fund, 59 Sharp Street, Ash Flat, AR 72513.
I just found out about Brother Chris’ passing moments ago and I’m just shocked beyond words! I hate that he’s gone but know he’s dancing on the streets of gold that he’s preached and talked about so much! May God find peace in Lesa and her family’s heart until they meet again… love you guys to pieces!
Chris was a great man of God. I knew him from our teenage years from the Hobson Street church in Hot Springs. He prayed for me many nights in the alter while I was seeking the Holy Ghost. Brother Patrick, Sister Ruby and Angie we were there at the funeral but it was so packed we never made it to the front. Hold on to the memories of Chris. Time will will ease the pain but it will never take away the memories.
Darrell and Renee (Lormand) Oliver
I never met u or knew you
My friend posted about your death.
Blessed are those that die in the Lord.
See you soon
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We are sorry for your loss. May the Holy Spirit comfort each of you during this time. Will be praying for each of you. Was an honor to know Chris.
It has been an honor to have known Chris since childhood. Even though we didn't see each other much in Adulthood, he was always there when I would reach out. You have now obtained "Christ"mas for Eternity.
Sending thoughts and prayers for the family. Pastor Hancock was one of my favorite pastors at Moro Pentecostal. I have always adored the family. I'm sorry I won't be able to make it to the service today but I will be watching the live stream.361 more days until Santeeee comes!!!
An amazing man of God has received the ultimate gift! Chris, I’ve known you for a long time and you have always been an inspiration to me. You were there praying for us at my wedding! Gonna miss you man! Save me a seat next to Jesus!
He was a wonderful man and will be greatly missed. So sorry for your loss.
We are so saddened and sorry to hear of the passing of Chris Hancock. 'All our love and prayers to the family, church and friends.
So sorry for your lost.prayers to the family.
Our hearts break for each of you as you experience a loss beyond words. Praying for the Prince of Peace to surround each moment of sadness. Bro. Chris Hancock was a friend who was in our wedding close to 39 years ago.
My prayers are with you and your family. My family and the Hancock family were friends many years ago when Chris was a kid. We always loved the Hancocks. I know right where you are sister. Prayers are what will carry you thru this time.
So sorry for your loss.
I have known Brother Chis Hancock since birth.
I always loved and appreciated his dedication, kindness, and smile.
The Hancock family are all very special to us.
We are in Houston, Texas with family and will be unable to attend the services. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
Lesa and family
Our thoughts and prayers are with you as you weather this loss. We love and appreciate your family. Yall have made a huge impack on our family. Thank you all for your dedication to the kingdom of God. You guys are loved and in our thoughts and prayers.
Bryan and Tammy ( davis) Casey
And Jeremiah and Graci
Thank you Nathan for speakin into our grands life through bible quizing. We love yall
A Great Man Of God ! now resting in the arms of Jesus !
So sorry for your loss My mom and loved him so, you guys were a great Pastor to them
So sorry to hear of Chris passing.
Love this family and am so sorry for the loss. We are praying for you guys
We have had the best 2 years of our live's having you all as Pastor and wife.You both have helped me grow into a better person.Love you so much and pray you receive the peace you need.
Chris Hancock had a very big impact on my life as as a struggling teenager
Loved my uncle Chris like a father. He was a great man and an anointed preacher. I admired him for his love for people. Rest In Peace unc. I’ll see you again soon. Love ya. Bryan
We will both miss you Brother Chris, prayers for family and New Life Ash Flat
Lesa and Family I am so sorry , to hear this , Chris was a Greta Man he was so full of life and laughter , May GOD comfort you during this time You are in our thoughts and Prayers
Robert and I wish to give our deepest sympathy to Bro. Chris’ family and friends. I know Heaven is all accepting him home but he will be greatly missed. Prayers for all of Bro. Chris’ family and friends.
My heart is saddened beyond words. I considered you a true friend. Love and prayers for your family.
Chris was one of the good ones. Always happy smiling and upbeat. RIP.
Lesa and family, your in our thoughts, and prayers. It goes without me saying. Chris was one of a kind. It was always a fun time when he was around. So sorry that we can't be their Sunday. Please know that your loved, and we're here for you in any way. His memory will live forever.
Lesa, our thoughts and prayers are with you. May God bless and keep you today and always. Hugs
Our hearts are broken, but our spirits are rejoicing. I will miss the Sunday morning Facebook “Live†sessions he always did before church. He exemplified the true meaning of a Christian and with the heart of a servant, took care of his church and community. He will be missed by all that knew him.
Sorry for your loss..
Great guy and friend,he will be missed Chris is looking down from heaven in a better place. My prayers go out to his family May GOD give them strength during these challenging times
Br. Chris was always smiling! He was an inspiration to me and helped start me on my journey to playing drums full time at church! I’ll never forget him and can’t wait to see him again one day.
Sis. Lesa and Family,
We are so sorry for the loss of Bro. Chris. Prayers for you all.
Lesa,
Praying for God's strength and peace to cover you and your family.
I’m sorry for your loss Hancock family.
Pastor Chris always made us feel like we were in God's embrace! We celebrate his Home going!
Prayers for family & his church family.
Thank you Chris for sharing your friendship with our family.
We're sorry for the loss of Pastor Hancock.New Life will never be the same without him. From the very first time we went to New Life we felt at home and fell in lo e with Pastor Chris and Sis. Less Hancock.
Our hearts are brokenðŸ˜
What a life; Bro Chris Hancock exemplified what a Christian should be; choosing always to give rather than receive; he run a great race, now his reward has been earned!
With much love our hearts and prayers go out to the Hancock family.
So very sorry for your loss. My heart is broken for you.
Praying for all the church and family.
Love you Chris, Victory is yours.
So sorry for your loss your in our prayers.
We are so sorry for your loss. Mr. Hancock was a good man and will be greatly missed. We are praying for peace and strength for the family during this difficult time.
We love you all. Be praying and thinking of you.
Prayers for your family.
Bro. Hancock was more than a pastor, he was a true friend. He lived life to the fullest and brought joy to all that he met. We are honored to have had him as our pastor and friend and to have had him preform our wedding ceremony. He will be truly missed, but his race is run, his cross has been layed down.
Bro Chris will greatly be missed. Prayers for all of the family.
Continued prayers for the family, friends, and church family during this time. We love you all, and we're sending many hugs!
Dear Hancock family and Church family:
My heart goes out to you, and my prayers go up for you today. I have recently gone through what you are now facing. I pray God gives you peace, comfort, clear thinking for the business of life and for the business of the church. Our dear friend is already greatly missed by his Pentecostal family all over Arkansas. If there is anything I can do, please let me know.
Leah Seagraves
Pastor Hancock was a great man of God and friend. He will be missed.
It doesn’t seem real. You will be missed by many. But knowing you are with our Heavenly Father, Nanny Bishop and Larry celebrating life gives hope for all who are still on earth.
My PRECIOUS sweet Friend. I want you to know I love you so much. He was not only a former Pastor but he was my Friend. He gave the Best Hugs oh how I will miss those. We are praying for you for strength peace and that his angels will wrap you in his love.If you ever need me I'm only a call away. Cary, Nancy and Rodney Jayroe
We love the Hancock family. You were a great friend and pastor, you will always be handsome and missed and loved.
So sorry for your loss. Love you all. Prayers for comfort and peace
I have so many memories since our teens, mostly laced with laughter! Chris was a wonderful friend, an anointed man of God, and loved his wife, and all his family dearly. He was so proud of his church at Ash Flat! Sincere condolences to all of his family and friends.
My heart and prayers go out to you today and the days that follow...May God wrap you in his loving embrace and give you peace....
We extend our deepest sympathies to Lesa and the entire family. We think very highly of the Hancock family. Chris will certainly be missed. Our prayers are with you all.
Oh my PRECIOUS SWEET FRIEND , I am so sorry to hear
Praying for all
I'm so very sorry for your loss, my heart is hurting for you Lesa,may God wrap his arms around you and give you peace.
What a great guy. Always lighting up the room when he walks in. He will be missed but there's two people that are just chips off the ole block. The legacy will live on.
I’ll never forget the kindness and genuine love I felt from Brother Hancock. When I was a teenager he was the assistant pastor at Batesville First Church. I spent several summers there and I have many fond memories of his singing, preaching, and big smile. The Mason family sends love and prayers to all of you!
He was a good man and pastor and will be missed greatly