Harold Shockey

Harold E. Shockey, 91, of Hermitage, passed away on Thursday, January 15, 2026, in UPMC Jameson Hospital, New Castle.

Mr. Shockey was born on July 21, 1934, in Friedens, PA, a son of the late Orville and Violet (Yoder) Shockey. He was a 1952 graduate of Shanksville High School, Friedens.

A lifelong truck driver, Harold drove for more than 40 years for the former Cooper and Jarrett Trucking and Gribble Trucking out of Rockwood, PA.

Harold was a member of Christ Lutheran Church, Sharon.

He enjoyed going camping, hunting and fishing. A talented crafter, he liked doing ceramics and was a skilled glass cutter and stained glass designer. Additionally, he was a bingo caller at the campgrounds where he stayed.

He is survived by his wife of 69 years, the former Marlene Karen Holt, whom he married on June 3, 1956; two sons, Randy Shockey (Debra), of Toledo, OH, and Rodney Shockey (May), of Sharon, PA; a granddaughter, Jessica Shockey Gerogosian (Greg); and two great-grandchildren, Cody and Erin Gerogosian. Also surviving is a sister, Linda Watkins, of Somerset, PA.

In addition to his parents, Harold was preceded in death by two sisters, Norma Coslic and Shirley Horne.

The family suggests memorial contributions be directed to Christ Lutheran Church, 396 Buhl Blvd., Sharon, PA 16146.

Calling hours will be 2 to 5 p.m. Wednesday (01/21/2026) in J. Bradley McGonigle Funeral Home and Crematory, Inc., 1090 East State St., Sharon. 

Funeral service will immediately follow at 5 p.m. in the funeral home, with Rev. Dennis Blauser officiating.

Interment: Hillcrest Memorial Park, Hermitage.