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eli tullis
February 21, 2019
Cocie abounded in generosity. He went out of his way to engage/play golf and dine with my friends visiting New Orleans a decade ago. To this day, they all ask about Cocie. His presence was such a pleasure to behold. Love to his family and particularly Nancy! I do miss him.
Joe Stahl
February 12, 2019
Yeah, I still think of Cokie with good memories and lament that he is gone. I am glad he found happiness with Nancy and brought happiness to her. He was a terrific fellow. Any time spent with him was a good time. First-class guy.
Joe Stahl
March 15, 2018
It's hard for everyone he touched to lose such an immensely classy, immensely likable guy as Cokie Rathborne was. He really was a star in every way. I was never close to Cokie and didn't see him that much, but every time I did, it was a special occasion for me, to be always remembered, for I will always treasure every memory I have of him, for the things he said, the things he did. I'm so glad he finally found happiness with Nancy. He surely deserved it. Rest him with the saintsthat's where he belongs. What a good fellow.
February 25, 2018
Worked with Cocie at J. Barth & Co. in San Francisco back in the '60s. Highly intelligent, wonderful sense of humor, always the consummate gentleman. Wonderful memories of his courtly manner and abiding friendship.
- Ronald Pelosi
Cheryl Farmer
February 25, 2018
Nancy, my heart and prayers are with you. Cocie was a wonderful, outstanding, and most of all a loving husband to you.
John McGinley
February 23, 2018
One of the great characters of our class; he'll never be forgotten.
Lisa Conrad
February 22, 2018
Nancy I'm so sorry to hear the awful news that you lost your sweet Cocie! I know how much you loved him, I know how sweet your bond was, I know how much he loved that new grand baby, I know that he will forever be walking by your side. Find strength in his spirit. Know you are loved.
Natalie Dupre
February 21, 2018
Nancy, I am deeply saddened to learn of Cocie's passing. I have been retired for about 2 years now, but I have thought of both of you often. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Dieter Hugel
February 21, 2018
Dear Nancy:
We are so sorry to hear about your husband's passing.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Sincerely,
Anna and Dieter Hugel
Michael Botnick
February 21, 2018
Dearest Nancy, I am very saddened to hear about Cocie's passing. He was an extraordinary man who I will long remember. May his memory be a blessing to you and his family.
Very Sincerely, Michael Botnick
Marc Pelletier
February 20, 2018
I'll forever miss visiting with Cocie on his shopping excursions where I work. His affable personality and infectious smile, even as we ribbed him about being a Harvard man (God forbid!), will be fond memories in his absence. My thoughts are with you all during this time...
Alton Davis
February 20, 2018
It was my honor and privilege to know this wonderful man and dear friend of Mom's - Nancy, my thoughts and prayers are with today and always.....
February 20, 2018
Nancy - thank you for being there for Cocie at the time of his passing. Though the pain is real, please take comfort from knowing what it meant for him to have shared his life with you. This from a school classmate -
Ted Achilles - Santa Fe, NM.
February 20, 2018
a great pleasure to have known Cocie - rest in peace
February 20, 2018
Nancy, I'm so sorry to hear about Cocie, my prayers have been sent to you both.
Joe Holt
Covington
Lynn Huidekoper
February 19, 2018
My condolences. Mom and I had dinner with Cocie and his wife in their Hillsborough home many years ago. Cocie IV visited me in Menlo Park, CA., where I have lived for the past 30 years, when he was attending Menlo School/College right down the street from me.
I had a nice visit with Tina last fall at Aunt Page's memorial service in DC. I regret not having gotten to know him better.
Lynn Huidekoper, first cousin, daughter of Prescott Huidekoper, Jr. brother of Cocie' s Mom.
Gordon Johnson
February 19, 2018
Rest In Peace My Friend.
Susan Merrick
February 19, 2018
Nancy, I was so saddened by the news of Cocie's passing. What a shock to all especially you. Loved seeing y'all out together. You were both always elegantly dressed and mannered, a bright spot in the crowd. I know this will be quit an adjustment but one you will manage beautifully.
Fondly,
Susan Merrick
February 19, 2018
We will miss Cocie deeply, as all of those who have known him will. He was a gentleman, an associate, and a valuable advisor. But most of all, he was a friend. Our thoughts and prayers are with you Nancy, in this most difficult time of your life. While we are far away in "miles", we are very close in spirit, for any of your needs. Your loss is shared by all he touched, in so many ways. David and Kathy Barleen, (Lafayette, CA)
Bruce Nesbitt
February 19, 2018
Cocie was a true gentleman and a joy to work with, even in my less than enjoyable world of insurance!
Ginger Boudreaux
February 19, 2018
My heartfelt condolences to you Nancy, and to Cocie's entire family. He was so loved by his Harvey staff and family. We will miss him terribly. It has been my pleasure to have known and worked for him all these years.
Frazer Dougherty
February 18, 2018
Nancy, I remember visiting you & Cokie after Katrina, when I was attending an energy conference back in 2005, during Mardi Gras. He was so looking forward to getting his driver's license renewed. Sincerely wish I could get down for the service & give you a big hug & much love from a Huidekoper cousin - Frazer Page Dougherty
al davis
February 18, 2018
we will miss him.My friend and associate for 40 yrs.A gentleman and adviser to many.The world was a better place with Cookie.Nancy we will all miss him stay brave Al Davis
Herb and Anna Marks
February 18, 2018
Nancy, our hearts are saddened by your loss and our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. We will fondly remember Cocie, his kindness and his friendship. Someone so special can never be forgotten. Herbie and I want you to know that we are here for you during this difficult time.
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