Percy Edwin Hancock passed away Aug. 19, 2023. He was born Nov. 26, 1947, in Winslow to Percy and Maxine Hancock. Eddie enjoyed growing up in Winslow, as the only boy in the house, along with his three sisters. He graduated with honors from Winslow High School. Eddie had a wonderful childhood, spending his summers and many weekends at Taylor, ranching with his grandparents, Art and Florence Hancock. Those times shaped his life. He was a real cowboy at heart. He was a longtime businessman, cattleman and rancher. He was also very civic-minded. He worked as an EMT on the Taylor Ambulance, served on the Taylor Town Council, served on the Taylor Rodeo Committee many years, and helped establish the Taylor Museum, due to the deep love that he had for his ancestors. Eddie was very involved in scouting and was an influence for good in the lives of countless young men. Many will remember him, dressed in his leather Native American costume and huge headdress as he performed a special ceremony at many Eagle Courts of Honor. He was a recipient of the Silver Beaver Award. He was a lifelong member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and had a deep love for the gospel and his Savior, Jesus Christ. He held many callings, including bishop and counselor in the stake presidency. He was a man of great faith. Survivors include his beloved wife, Marie; sons, Monti (Robbi) and Mark; five grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; sisters, Joyce (Mark) Owens and Susan (Raymond) Romero. He was preceded in death by his parents; daughter, Michele; and sister, Janice Reese. Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m., on Saturday, Aug. 26, at the Silver Creek Stake Center, located at 300 W. Willow Lane, Taylor, with viewing from 8:30-9:45 a.m. Owens Livingston Mortuary of Snowflake handled the arrangements.
