Joseph "Joey" Hocut, Jr., age 53, of Carl Junction, MO passed away unexpectedly June 14, 2011. He was born in Tampa, Florida to Joseph Sr. and Betty (Hamilton) Hocut on April 30, 1958. He was preceded in death by his father Joseph Hocut, Sr. Joey loved spending time with his family and enjoyed home projects. He loved pets, camping, the Atlanta Braves, Talk Radio, and grilling. His children were the light of his life. Joey will be missed dearly by his wife, Amber (Fulton) Hocut; son, Jett Russell Hocut; daughter, Jaisie Raine Hocut; brother, Tommy Hocut; sister, Pamela Gissy; mother, Betty Hocut and her companion, Harold Adams; and numerous loving family and friends. Memorial services will be held Saturday, June 18, 2011 at 11:00 AM at Gorman-Scharpf Funeral Home. Memorial contributions may be made to Joplin Humane Society, 140 E. Emperor Lane, Joplin, MO 64801.