Sarasota, Florida
Cocks, Alan Charles
Sept. 17, 1943 - April 13, 2011
Dr. Alan Charles Cocks, of Sarasota died April 13, 2011.
Survivors include his wife of 44 years, Kathleen Reed (Kathie) Cocks; three children, Alison Hamilton (Mike) of Crofton, Maryland; Julie O'Sullivan (Colin) of Stuttgart, Germany; and Heather Mock (Kevin) of Sherman Oaks, Calif.; and six grandchildren: Leah, Lauren, and Maddie Hamilton; Liam and Dylan Mock; and Nicholas O'Sullivan.
Dr. Cocks was born in England, attended Windsor Grammar School, and earned a BSc and Ph.D. from the University of Exeter. He relocated to Houston, Texas, in 1968 to join Texaco Inc.'s research department, and his subsequent career with Texaco spanned positions in exploration and production in London, Miami, and Calgary, where he served as President of Texaco Canada. Additionally, while in Texas, he earned an MBA from the University of Houston.
His interests included golf, boating, cooking, games of chance, and of course, the Sport of Kings.
A memorial gathering will be held beginning at 11 a.m. with a celebration of life at noon on Monday, April 18, at Toale Brothers Gulf Gate, 6903 S. Tamiami Trail, Sarasota, Fla.
In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations to Talk About Curing Autism (TACA), 3070 Bristol Street, Suite 340, Costa Mesa, CA, 92626. Online donations may be made at http://www.tacanow.org/store/product.php?productid=17279&cat=269&page=1.
Hello, Kathy, We were so shocked and saddened to hear about Alan. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. George and I always remembered the wonderful times we had at your home in Wentworth and how we shared your hospitality on many occasions. He will be missed! Love Pat and George Loughlin
April 26, 2011
Dear Kathy, I, along with quite a crew, had a wonderful time in Knightsbridge with Alan as our boss. He was great fun and usually cut us just enough slack to nearly hang ourselves. He was from the old school where managers managed and all the young dudes respected him fo it. He always had a twinkle in his eye. I know you will miss him.
Gary Hampson
April 20, 2011 | San Ramon, CA
Kathie, so sad to hear of Alan's departure. I had the pleasure to work with Alan in London and his connection with his team and all the people he met was inspirational - he brought out the best. His memory never left us, nor will it.
Jim Hart
April 19, 2011 | Ex - London
Dear Kathie, Alan was a very special person and you, family and friends will all miss him. Please know that even though we are not near to express our sympathy in your loss you are all in our thoughts and prayers. Love Ron and Janice Blakely
April 19, 2011 | London, UK
Alan was my first boss at Texaco in Knightsbridge, London. I learnt alot from him and loved his humour, his knowledge and his leadership. My sympathies to all the family.
Mick Caulfield
April 18, 2011
Dear Kathy,
I was so saddened about the news of Alan. I know how much you were looking forward to the trip you planned. My thoughts and prayers are with you. I know he will be missed and is resting in peace.
Nancy Riordan
April 18, 2011
Peace to the whole Cocks family on this very sad day. I have such fond memories of Dr. Cocks. He was one-of-a-kind; the best. Go on my son.
Christine Donnelly
April 18, 2011 | Winnetka, IL
KATHIE,what a wonderful celebration of Alan's life we shared with you and your family.We wish we could have known him better as he was an amazing person.If we can help you through this time in any way please do not hesitate to let us know what we can do.We will stay in touch and keep you in our prayers,Love,Madalyn and Joe
Madalyn and Joe Tiffany
April 18, 2011 | Sarasota, FL
Kathie, you and your family has suffered a terrible, sudden, loss. You have our deepest sympathy. Alan was a unique individual that we thoroughly enjoyed on & off the golf course. His humor, wit & gamesmanship will be missed. Barbara & Tom Ricci
Thomas Ricci
April 18, 2011 | Sarasota, FL
