HANCOCK, May Hancock

She was born Edith May Schroeder, on February 23, 1932, in Stephen Township, Ontario, passed away peacefully on June 28, 2026, at Sakura House.

May Hancock lived a life defined by compassion, dedication, and deep love for her family and friends. Her chosen profession as a registered nurse was more than just a career, it was her passion and her calling. She poured her heart into caring for those in need, offering both comfort and skill to countless patients. Beyond her remarkable work as a caregiver in the health field, May extended that same spirit to her family, always placing the well-being of loved ones at the center of her life.

May’s warmth, generosity, and kindness left a mark on all who had the privilege to know her. Those who survive her cherish the memory of her loving presence: her son Craig (Tracy Decent) Hancock; her daughter Tracy (Dave Campbell) Fuchs; her granddaughters Alyssa Fuchs and Lindsay (Brody Vandertuin) Fuchs.

May is predeceased by her family members, whose memory she treasured throughout her days: her parents William and Edith Schroeder; her brothers, Gerald, Leroy (Hollis), Orville (Irene), Earl (Myrtle), Reg, James (Janet), Uel (Naida), Glen (Coray), and Harry (June); and her infant sister, Jean.

Friends and relatives are invited to join the family at Brock & Visser Funeral Home, 845 Devonshire Ave., Woodstock (519-539-0004), on Saturday, July 11, 2026, from 10 to 11 am. The memorial service will take place in the chapel at 11 am.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions to the VON Sakura House, Alzheimer’s Society of SW Oxford, Woodstock Hospital or to a charity of ones choice.