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Walter Cochrane Obituary

MANCHESTER - Walter J. Cochrane Jr., 65, passed away unexpectedly on April 27, 2015. He was born in Andover, Mass., on Feb. 17, 1950, a son of Walter J. and Clara (Campbell) Cochrane Sr. Walt was joined in marriage with Nancy Preston in 1975. He served in the U.S. Air Force for six years. Walt worked for Office Dimensions and Llewellyn's for many years, and recently retired from Mount Washington College. He was an avid Red Sox fan and loved spending time at the Seacoast.

Walt is survived by his loving wife of nearly 40 years, Nancy; two sons, Aaron Cochrane, and John Cochrane and wife Kathleen; two grandsons, Oliver and Charlie Cochrane; a sister, Donna Lauber, and husband Dave; a brother, Scott Cochrane; and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his brother, Donald Cochrane.

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SERVICES: A private memorial service is scheduled for a later date. Please visit www.goodwinfh.com to sign the online guest book.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Union Leader on May 1, 2015.

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A.R.Colliton

June 9, 2025

Never go to a bar with me. It will only get you in trouble.
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Jeffrey Campbell

May 4, 2015

Nancy,
I'm so sorry for your loss. Walter will be greatly missed. If there's anything u need you know where to find me. Love you
Jeff, Greta, colin and mia

Beth Calise

May 2, 2015

Nancy, John, Aaron, we are so sorry for your loss. Walter was a great person! We will miss him. You are in our prayers! Love, Beth & Tom

May 1, 2015

Nancy,
I am so so sorry for your loss. Walter will be greatly missed.

All my Prayers
Joanne King ( Applebee's )

Bob and Donna Zak

May 1, 2015

Nancy and family,
We share your sorrow and sudden sadness. We are reminded in Walter's passing truly how special and caring he was to his family and friends. Endless devotion. May we all reflect how Walter made us laugh and wonder the joys of life. High five Walter! Blessings and love in heaven watching over us. Special prayer for you nancy...love, Bobby and Donna Zak ....

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