Jean Ockert of Raeford died Tuesday, June 4, 2024 at the age of 84.
He was born February 20, 1940 in Romania to the late Wilhelm and Maria Ockert.
He was a master carpenter and tinker of small machines. He was an avid numismatist, professional billiard player, and professional archery champion.
Along with his parents, he was preceded in death by his sister, Cecelia.
He is survived by his children, Jean T. Ockert, Michael Ockert, Melanie O. Moog; grandchildren, Ashton, Conner, Mariana, Holly, Zackary, Alex, Ian, Declan, Kristen, Emily, Jennifer, Travis, and Steven; great grandchildren, Scarlett, and Carson; and one sister, Lucia Torrealba.
A celebration of life will be held from 2-4 p.m. Tuesday, June 11, 2024 at Crumpler Funeral Home.
Online condolences may be made on the Crumpler Funeral Home website.