About Jesse Hockett
Lived 1983 – 2010 (aged 26). Jesse Hockett was an American engineer and racing automobile driver.
Jesse "The Rocket" Hockett (September 7, 1983 – May 26, 2010) was an American sprint car racer. He made his debut in 1998 and went on to win numerous events in the course of his career. In 2006, he became the O'Reilly Sprint Bandits TNT Midwest Swing Champion. He also competed in the World of Outlaws sprint car tour, having made his debut in the series in 2003.
Hockett was killed by electrocution while using a pair of pliers to fix his trailer's electrical box, and found by his wife, in his shop in Warsaw, Missouri in preparation for several races. He was survived by his wife Tina Marie Church-Hockett, after barely being married three months on February 13, 2010.
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Who was Jesse Hockett?
Race car driver, The last of the outlaws
When was Jesse Hockett born?
Jesse Hockett was born on 7 September 1983 in Kansas City.
When did Jesse Hockett die?
Jesse Hockett died on 26 May 2010 in Warsaw.
What was Jesse Hockett's occupation?
Jesse Hockett was an engineer and racing automobile driver.
What nationality was Jesse Hockett?
Jesse Hockett was American.
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