Larry E. Hockman, 67, of Kansas City, Kansas, passed away Monday, August 13, 2012 at Life Care Center of Kansas City. Cremation will be accorded, and any Memorial Services will be announced at a later date. Larry was born November 5, 1944 in Kansas City, Missouri to Harold Edwin and Lillie Cleo (Benedict) Hockman. He was a lifelong resident of the Kansas City Area, spending most of his life in Kansas City, Kansas. He owned and operated Larry’s Auto Clean from 1973 until his retirement earlier this year. He was preceded in death by his parents, and his brother, James Hockman. Survivors include 2 nieces, Opal Hockman and Christine Hockman, both of Lawrence, Kansas. Fond memories and condolences may be left at www.chapelhill-butler.com, as services are under the direction of Chapel Hill-Butler Funeral Home, 701 North 94th Street in Kansas City, Kansas (913)334-3366.