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John Cochran Obituary
John Edwin Cochran, III or Mickey Cochran as he was widely known throughout his life, passed away at his home in south Louisville during the evening hours of Friday, Feb. 26, 2016.
Mickey was born in Louisville on March 23, 1950 to John Edwin Cochran, II and June Jervis Cochran, their youngest child and only son. Mickey spent his youth experiencing everything life had to offer him, making countless friends and collecting more albums and baseball caps than you can imagine. He had many jobs over the years, trying his hand at everything from hairstyling to firefighting to his most important job, fatherhood.
Mickey was an enthusiastic and loving stay at home father for the first 13 years of his children's lives and also happily acted like a second father to many of their friends throughout the years. Mickey always had a story, a laugh, or a piece of advice for everyone he met. He was also an artist. Everything from reproducing Picasso paintings to refinishing furniture, he loved to create.
Mickey was preceded in death by his loving parents and too many of his close friends. He is survived by two children, Taylor Elise Cochran, 25 and Calvin Kennedy Cochran, 21, sisters Donna Leffler (Harvey), Judy Anderson (Andy) and Linda Malone (Gene) along with all of their children whom he loved as dearly as his own.
A memorial celebration of Mickey's incredible life will be held at Nunnelley Funeral Home, 4327 Taylor Blvd. on Sunday, March 6 from 3 to 8 PM. In lieu of flowers, please bring all of your stories and photographs of him.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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March 7, 2016
My name is Norma Griner Wathen went to southern jr high with Mickey . He always told every one I was his first girlfriend. We would sat in our swing on my front porch.We had some really good times. Oh how time flys . Just saw Mickey at work he always made me laugh. We'll always miss him. Hope to see you again one day. Love you
Darlene Johnson-Jones
March 6, 2016
Mickey will be missed by many. He never met a stranger,always had a story to tell you. Prayers for his family he loved you all dearly. Miss you my friend.
Donna Troutman
March 5, 2016
Never Met Mickey, My Friend John Speers Spoke Highly Of Him Often! Would Ask, Who Cut Your Hair So Good? My Buddy Mickey.My Deepest Heartfelt Sympathy To All His Family & Friends
Donna Troutman
March 5, 2016
Never met Mickey,My Friend John Speers Spoke Highly Of Him!Would Ask Him,Who Cut Your Hair So Good? My Buddy Mickey.My Deepest Heartfelt Sympathy To His Family & Friends
Judy Kremer
March 4, 2016
Micky, my dear friend will live in the hearts of many,he had a special gift with people, he knew how to make you laugh. He loved his children, and talked about them often. I will miss Micky, so many memories and happy times. Until we meet again rest in peace.
Diane Richards
March 4, 2016
I always loved Mickey. I know you will miss him and my heart goes out to my extended "family" Suzanne Carter, Scott Veatch, Stephanie, Stacy, Donna, Harvey, Linda, Gene & Judy! I am so sorry for your loss
Ramona Jenkins
March 3, 2016
Prayers to his children, family and friends.
Pam Evans
March 3, 2016
We all miss you Mickey. You were an awesome friend, I will always remember the way you loved your kids and family!
Jennifer Perkins
March 3, 2016
Such a wonderful man and friend. I will miss him. Prayers for his family.
Amy Roller
March 3, 2016
Mickey is a legend to an amazing life that we all should aspire to live. Saying he will be missed, cannot describe the heartache everyone will feel. See ya on the other side friend!
Allison Bowman
March 3, 2016
Mickey affected me in a way he will never know. He ALWAYS made me laugh. My very small children could not wait to see him everytime they knew he was working with me. They just loved him. The void will always be in my heart, but the memories are strong. "I always knew looking back on the tears would make me laugh, but I never knew looking back on the laughs would make me cry." I will miss you always. WINK
Bill Jarboe
March 3, 2016
So sorry to hear about Mickey. He always brought laughter to any event. Many of us will always fondly remember Mickey and his high school experiences with Chester Durbin. He will be missed. Peace be with the family.
Brad Malone
March 2, 2016
My only hope is that I can enjoy life as much as my uncle did, I will forever hear his laugh.
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