Paul Meade Hockenbery, 87, of Germantown, MD passed away on December 1, 2025.
He was the loving husband to Shirley Irene Hockenbery (Garner) for 61 years.
Born on September 16, 1938, in Blairs Mills , PA, he was the youngest of 4 children to the late Bryan Theodore and Rhoda Verneta Hockenbery, also of Blairs Mills, PA.
He was predeceased in life by his parents, Bryan and Verneta, and his 3 siblings, Warren, Linda and Roland.
Surviving are his wife Shirley, and his children and grandchildren; Bryan Theodore Hockenbery (Chontelle), Joel Paul Hockenbery (Carlene), Kellie Lynne Hottel (Scot), Rachael Jackson (Erin), Gavin Hockenbery (Bethany), Brittany Hottel, Kylee Lear (Hunter), and Dustin Hottel.
Paul was a veteran, serving in U.S.Army after being drafted. He came to Maryland in 1958, following his brother Roland and sister Linda. He was home to visit his mother on a weekend in 1963 when he met his wife Shirley at a local dance. They were married on November 7, 1964 and sons Bryan(1967) and Joel(1968) soon followed. Daughter Kellie(1975) is the youngest child. Paul began a career in the electrical trade in the early 60's, working in residential for a short time, then moving to commercial. He was employed by the Truland Corporation, where he received several craftsmanship awards for outstanding performance on jobs, of which he was extremely proud. Paul was quick to help a stranger, and was very dedicated to his family. He was active in the church for many years with his wife Shirley. Paul had many skills, and was very handy. He was an outdoorsman, teaching his sons to hunt and play sports. Paul loved baseball, which he not only played, but also coached and umpired. He was well known for his consistent strike zone. Paul also played softball until he was no longer able. He enjoyed watching his grandchildren compete in sporting events as well.
The family will be receiving friends at the Bush Creek Church, 4821 Green Valley Rd., Monrovia, MD. 21770 on Saturday, December 13th at 10am.
Viewing and visitation will be from 10-11, with a service and burial to follow. Friends are asked to stay for a meal following the burial.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to a charity of your choosing
Visitation
Saturday, December 13, 2025
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Bush Creek Church
4821 Green Valley Rd
Monrovia, MD 21770
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Service
Saturday, December 13, 2025
11:00 AM
Bush Creek Church
4821 Green Valley Rd
Monrovia, MD 21770
Graveside
Saturday, December 13, 2025
Following the Service
Pleasant Hill Cemetery
4821 Green Valley Rd
Monrovia, MD 21770
From: Raymond Myers
I batted against Paul for a few years in the senior softball league (without much success). We all looked forward to the donuts Paul brought to our senior softball luncheons. He was always interesting and upbeat. Ray Myers
From: Howard Silcott
I'm so upset to hear about this, I worked with Paul at Truland for close to 40 years. Sometimes side by side 8 hours a day if something needed to be done asap. We would get each other laughing so hard we would have to pause the working. One day long ago while visiting my wife's aunt in Germantown I ran into Paul and found out he was there next door neighbor. We talked for hours that day. Sorry for rambling on but we just spent a lot of time together and he will be missed by me for sure. RIP Paul.
From: Paul Bowman
I just want to send my heartfelt condolences to the Hockenbery family. I grew up in Poolesville and played on many teams associated with UMAC baseball. I always enjoyed playing against the Germantown teams that Paul Hockenbery coached, but the best times were when he was umpiring the games I pitched. We had great times arguing about his coffee can strike zone on many occasions. I always looked up to him as a great coach, umpire, and mentor. I’m just glad we could reconnect earlier this fall at the Gene Lowery field dedication. I could spend hours talking about how great of a person Paul was, but the best part is our friendship. You’re going to be missed Paul, they don’t make guys like you anymore. Paul Bowman
From: The Hilton Family
Our deepest condolences to your family.