Richmond, Virginia
COZENS, William Frank Jr. "Bill," 68, of Richmond, peacefully went to Heaven on November 6, 2011. Cherishing his memory are his wife of 48 years, Jackie Lloyd Cozens; son, Lloyd and wife, Karen; daughter, Christi Hancock and husband, David; sister, Jean Johnson and husband, Roy; six grandchildren, Paul, Christian, Elizabeth and Patrick Cozens and Sierra and Dawson Hancock; and loving cousins, nieces, nephews and friends. He was preceded in death by his sister, Betty Ann Lett; and his granddaughter, Ella Katharyn Hancock. He was born November 28, 1942 to the late William Frank and Kathryn Schroeder Cozens. Bill attended Hermitage High School and the University of Richmond, where he continued to be a proud alumnus. Bill had a fulfilling professional career at The Computer Company and First Health Services, and for the past 16 years, proudly owning and expanding AlphaGraphics-West End. His professionalism, integrity, humor and genuine care for people, made lifelong friends in every area of his life. His faith in God has been an inspiration to many over the years, both leading in church and in day-to-day life. Of all the many joys he had in life, he most enjoyed being with his grandchildren and the rest of the family. He loved spoiling them at the beach and other wonderful vacations. The family will receive friends from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday at Bliley's - Staples Mill, 8510 Staples Mill Road. His funeral service will be held Thursday, 12 noon, at Third Presbyterian Church, 600 Forest Ave. Interment will follow at Westhampton Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to The Robert Preston Tisch Brain Tumor Center at Duke, DUMC Box 3624, Durham, N.C. 27710.
This obituary was originally published in the Richmond Times-Dispatch.
Jackie & Family,
We are soo sorry for your loss! Our Thoughts and Prayers are with you and may God give you the strength to make it through this difficult time! God Bless!
Rodney & Denver Tolley
Rodney Tolley
December 21, 2011 | Disputanta, VA
Jackie, Lloyd and Christi,
Brenda and I send our heartfelt condolences
to each of you in your loss. We remember fondly the times in the Seekers Class and as neighbors in Rocky Branch Farm. Bill was a great teacher and student of the Bible and he and Jackie were true spiritual leaders during a wonderful period in our lives.
Brenda and Cary Fritter
Raleigh,NC
November 22, 2011
Jackie and Bill were in my parents Sunday school class at Hatcher when I was a child. My family sends their condolences. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family.
The Kirkpatrick family: Robert and Christine, Kelly, and Erin Roehm
Kelly Kirkpatrick
November 20, 2011 | Charles City, VA
It was with great sadness I learned of Bill's passing. My sincerest condolences go out to Jackie and the rest of the Cozens family. I know he was very proud of you all.
While it's been nearly three decades since I worked for Billy-Bob, (as we affectionately called him behind his back and not with any disrespect intended), he will always be remembered for his sense of humor, patience and kindness. During my time at TCC, Bill supervised several young 20-something employees...
Pamela Munn
November 11, 2011 | Elkhart, IN
Jackie, you and your family are in my prayers. I pray God will comfort you and fill you with His peace.
Linda (Wilson) Thornton
November 09, 2011 | Battery Park, VA
My sincere and deepest sympathy to Jackie, Lloyd, Christi and their families. Both my husband, Frank, and I had the pleasure of working with Bill at The Computer Company. I was doubly fortunate to have worked for him as well for a time. He was the kindest, funniest, dearest person, and I was blessed and honored to call him my friend. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. In loving memory of Bill,
Carolyn Harris
November 09, 2011 | Tappahannock, VA
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during your time of loss. I will always remember the great times we had together and the friendship over the years. Bill was a great inspiration to me!
Love,
Barbara (Rettig) Foster
Barbara Foster
November 08, 2011 | Midlothian, VA
I have to say there is not many people in my professional life that I would give such deep respect as I would Bill. He was a great mentor and boss and always a perfect gentleman with a great sense of humor. His love for his family and friends always impressed me. My thoughts and prayers are with his family.
Lauren and Chester Sienko
November 08, 2011
Bill was a true trooper and I will never forget the many years we worked together. Take comfort in knowing that Bill touched many lives in a positive way and his memory comforts many people as we go thru our daily lives. I am sure Bill is in line for his wing fitting. May God bless Bill's family and you will find comfort knowing Bill is at home.
Chester Sienko
November 08, 2011 | Richmond, VA