COCANOUGHER, Jr.,

John E.

Oct. 24, 1940 - Dec. 14, 2021

John was a former Miami University football player and an avid supporter of Miami Athletics, attending games and cheering on his teams whenever he had the opportunity. John was a member of the Sons of the American Revolution, Rotary Club, Kiwanis Club, the Oxford Cemetery Board, and Beta

Theta Pi. John also served his country in the United States

Army Reserve.

His loss will be felt deeply by the Oxford community and especially by his loving family and all who were close with him.

John is survived by his beloved wife of 43 years, Lois (nee Kelly) Cocanougher; devoted children Kelly (John Willemin) Cocanougher and Marc (Lisa) Cocanougher; and cherished grandchildren Everett Marcus Cocanougher and Leo Matthew Cocanougher. He was preceded in death by his

father John Everett Cocanougher, Sr., his mother Josephine (nee Helm) Cocanougher, and his brother Donald Helm Cocanougher. John is also survived by many loving cousins, nieces, nephews, and dear friends.

A visitation for John will be held on Sunday, December 19, 2021, from 2 pm until time of Memorial Service at 4 pm at Ogle & Paul R. Young Funeral Home, 5056 College Corner Pike in Oxford. A private graveside service at Oxford Cemetery will be held at a later date. Donations in John's memory can be made to the Miami University Red & White Fund or the charity of your choice.

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Published by Journal-News on Dec. 18, 2021.

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Jim Brown

December 14, 2022

Miss setting down and having our fun talks
Gods blessings that you are w/o pain

Steve & Connie Schmitt

December 13, 2022

Aww. Lois, Kelly and Marc, we are sending you our heartfelt thoughts and prayers on the anniversary of John´s passing. We know how hard every day must be but especially days like this. We pray you for we feel his presence and love surrounding you all. Love, Steve, Connie Schmitt and family.

Steve & Connie Schmitt and family

December 17, 2021

Our hearts and prayers go out to you all. We have fond memories of when we were neighbors here in Lancaster. May the love and memories you shared with John keep him forever close to your hearts.

Jim Brown

December 17, 2021

Great guy
Kind hearted and I enjoyed working for him. Will miss his calling me and Saying "Hey my Man" I need your help
So became a labor of love and a great friendship
Will miss you John. Go Redskins

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