Craig Edmond Hocamp
August 25, 2012
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Craig Hocamp, 64, died Saturday, August 25, 2012, at Iowa Methodist Medical Center in Des Moines. A funeral service will be held on Thursday, August 30, 2012, at 10:30 a.m., at Hamilton’s on Westown Parkway, 3601 Westown Parkway in West Des Moines. Visitation will be from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. Wednesday, August 29, at the funeral home.
Craig was born December 13, 1947, to Beryl and Harold Hocamp in Adair, Iowa. He graduated from Adair-Casey High School. Craig loved playing Scrabble, dancing, and watching the Rays play baseball. He was fun, sarcastic, and quick-witted, and everyone loved him. He loved spending time with his family, especially his grandson and best buddy forever, C.J.
Craig is survived by his daughters, Nicole Hocamp and Tiffany (Alan) Bickell; his grandson, Christopher James Bickell; his brothers, Lawrence, Harold, and Charles; and his sisters, Marcy and Sally. He was preceded in death by his loving wife, Kathy; his parents, Beryl and Harold; his sisters, Marilyn, Shirley, and Myrna; and his brothers, Kenneth and Merle.
Memorial contributions may be made to the family in loving memory of Craig.
Online condolences may be expressed at:
www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com
Chuck Hocamp
05/14/2017
Craig and I were quite different in many ways and he seemed to enjoy tormenting me when we were kids, but, nonetheless, we had a brotherly connection which strengthened as we got older. He was funny. Sometimes I did not appreciate his sarcasm when it was directed at me, but I guess I had gotten used to it through time. He asked me one time if I had been lifting weights. I told him I had and that he might give it a try. He said he didn't lift weights because they were heavy. I always liked that line. I know he kept a lot of coworkers laughing over the years. That's a good thing. I miss my brother.
Cynthia Dryer
09/05/2012
I worked at IMMC with Craig in the 90's. We had lunch last year and caught up on our lives. I regret we did not do it more often I loved his stories about CJ. My daughter Kim went to school with you Tiffany and we shared so much in common. I have missed the opportunity to laugh so hard I cried with you dad one last time. He was a keeper.
Tammi Libby
08/31/2012
I worked with Craig in Medical Records at IMMC and I always appreciated his sarcasm, quick wit, and the fact that he didn't like country music!! Very shocked and saddened to read of his death. Having lost my mom right before Christmas last year, I can appreciate the pain you are feeling now. Always remember that he loved both of you very much, and was especially proud of CJ. Keep all the memories close in your heart. RIP, Craig!!
Stephenie Shook
08/29/2012
Im so sorry to hear of Craigs passing. He used to keep me entertained up at Cafe 169 mostly at my exspense. He also attended my wedding he was a great friend to our family. I will keep you all in my prayers he will be missed greatly...Thank you for always making me laugh RIP My friend
Dianne Flaherty/ retired co-worker
08/28/2012
Craig has left us way to early but what wonderful memories he left . I hope these memories will help fill the emptiness you are feeling. Oh my can you imagine what heaven is like now! Stay strong.
Sue Schmitt
08/28/2012
I was sad to hear of Craig's passing, I have alot of good memories of working with him at the Federal Home Loan Bank. He had such sharp wit and kept us all laughing at work.
Paul and Charline
08/28/2012
Nikki,Tif, Al, and CJ,
Craig was a very special person. We cared very much for him and Kathy. We watched our kids grow into productive adults and were able to laugh as we aged. He had so much kindness in him and he didn't want to admit to. And most of all he loved his family so very much. CJ, you made your "Craig" so proud and he loved you in a way you won't understand until you are a grandparent. All of you cling to all the great memories and laugh a lot. That is what Craig would want. He will be missed.
Marcella Edmonds
08/28/2012
Tiffany,
I'm so sorry to hear about your dad passing. I know it's hard losing someone you love. I'll keep you and your family in my prayers. God Bless.
Marcella
Debra Wade
08/28/2012
Dear Tiffany, Alan and CJ,
I am so sorry to hear of your fathers passing. There are no words to say that can ease the heart. Losing your parents so close together seems an unimaginable loss to you and your family. I am praying for you Tiffany. We miss you but take time to spend with your family to heal, grieve and restore yourself.
Sincerely,
Deb
Melissa strable
08/28/2012
You always made the room come alive when you walked in. Even when you were having a bad day you didn't show it much you would just make a funny and move on down the hall to the next room to visit. You were a fighter until the very end now you can rest in peace with your beautiful wife and keep everyone in heaven on their toes. And to his girls take comfort in knowing that your father is in a better place now looking down you saying I love you. My prayers are with you girls right now and he loved hell out of you girls like a daddy should. Take care of yourselves and each other.
Linda Newton
08/27/2012
He was truly a great man. I loved his sarcasum and humor. He was always talking about C.J.,he loved him so much and was so proud..I will truly miss him
Kim Malen (Formerly Hocamp)
08/27/2012
Craig was my brother in law for a long time. I loved him so much. I remember the day I met Craig and my son asked him his name. Craig said, "Sir. You can call me Uncle Sir". From that moment that's who he was. I will always hold close to my heart the wonderful memories we shared. I will never forget the last conversation we had when he told me he loved me.
Kristi Hagan (formerly Hocamp)
08/27/2012
I will miss Uncle Craig so very much. He was a wonderful man and I adored him.