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Alexander Cocalis Obituary

Cocalis, Alexander "Sandy" Cocalis passed suddenly on August 27. Sandy was a graduate of Harvard College. He obtained his J.D. degree from Emory University but began practicing law a year before graduation having passed the bar exam early. He also attended the Wharton School of Business. His career included service in the Marine Corps as a fighter pilot, federal mediation and international arbitration. He served as Deputy County Attorney and Chief Trial Counsel for Broward County for many years. His hobbies included flying, boating and raising and rescuing Great Danes. Sandy is survived by his wife, Carylann, and five children, Gordon, Reid, Mark, Pamela (Clark) and Clay. He had two stepdaughters, Denice Meteo and Cheryl Falin and nine grandchildren.

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Published by Sun-Sentinel from Sep. 5 to Sep. 6, 2012.

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R Carr

September 13, 2012

May fond memories, the love of friends and family and the peace of God give you stength to cope. Psalm 121

September 10, 2012

I have many fond memories of Sandy when he lived in Aiken.
He added a " sophisticated touch" to our high school class and I
can picture him now driving his maroon Chevy convertible with the top down, of course. As we say "He was somethin' else!"

My thoughts are with you at this time.

Susan Grove

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