In Remembrance Of

Dorothy Huckaby

Dorothy Huckaby, 83, of Plattsburg, MO passed away, March 27, 2021.

She was born on August 13, 1937 to Charles Boston and Eleanor Mae (Rogers) Cockriel in Edgerton, MO. Dorothy grew up near Edgerton and graduated from Smithville High School. 

On April 5, 1958 she was united in marriage to Phillip Huckaby in Edgerton, MO. After their marriage they made their home in Plattsburg.

Dorothy worked for State Farm in Plattsburg for over 50 years. She was an avid St. Louis Cardinals fan and an ultimate Plattsburg Tigers fan. Phillip and Dorothy enjoyed Plattsburg Saddle Club events and camping. Dorothy had the honor of carrying the American Flag in the American Royal Parade. She also enjoyed flower gardening.

Dorothy was a faithful longtime member of the First Baptist Church in Plattsburg, where she served as the secretary for many years.She was preceded in death by her parents; brothers, Charles Cockriel and Larry Cockriel; and sister, Connie Hahn.

Dorothy is survived by her husband, Phillip; children, Teresa (Ken) Prettyman, Julie (Scott) Looney; grandson, Michael (Candace) Reed; great-granddaughters, Halle, Maci, and Avery; brothers and sisters, Marie Goad, MaryAnn (Bill) Goad, Marvin (Wanda) Cockriel, Kenny Cockriel, Martha Curtis, Nancy Jo Cockriel, and Meredith Kay Karman; several nieces and nephews, other relatives and many friends.

Funeral Service: 11:00 a.m. Thursday, April 1st at the First Baptist Church in Plattsburg with visitation from 9:00-11:00 a.m. prior to the service.

.Donations may be made to the First Baptist Church in Plattsburg.

Arrangements, Hixson-Klein Funeral Home, Gower.

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15 comments

  • Robin Murphy

    So sorry for your loss. Sincerely
    Robin Murphy

  • Char Norton

    Prayers for your family at this time of your loss.

  • Billie pauletteBrennan

    Julia I am so sorry for your loss,I know how heart broken u r I love

  • Kendra Clark

    My thoughts are with the family at this time. Sending hugs

  • Tammy Meadows

    Praying for yall.

  • Margie king

    Prayers and blessings to you all from Roger and I .

  • John Horn

    Sorry for your loss.

  • Linda kimmle

    Teresa,
    We are so sorry for the death of your mother. We know how hard it is here on earth without them, but also have comfort in knowing their with Jesus!
    Al and linda kimmle

  • Tanya Rawlings

    for the family

  • Amy Ogle

    So sorry for your loss.you and your family are in my thoughts.

  • Donna Wilkinson

    So very sorry for your loss. Dorothy was one of the first people we met when we moved to Plattsburg. She was so welcoming and we enjoyed getting to know her and the entire family.

  • Myra Moore

    Thoughts and prayers for your family at this time of sadness. RIP Dorthy.
    Myra Moore

  • Lyndsey Bailey

    On behalf of Three Rivers Hospice I would like you all to know that it was an absolute pleasure to care for Dorothy and meet your family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.

  • Doris Morgan

    I’m so very sorry for your loss of your momma and wife My sincere sympathies to all of you. May God bless and give you strength in your time of bereavement. All my upmost respect. Love. Rest in the arms of Jesus Dorothy.

  • Ken Prettyman

    What a wonder lady! Our loss is heavens gain! We will see you again in heaven…save us a seat!

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