Photo courtesy of Smits Funeral Home, Ltd. - Dyer
Dyer, Indiana
Nov 23, 1932 – May 7, 2021 (Age 88)
Otis V. Cochran Jr., age 88, of Schererville, IN, passed away peacefully Friday, May 7, 2021. Beloved husband of Dorothy K. Cochran, nee Mullins. Loving father of Otis (Dianne) Cochran, William (Dana) Cochran, Kathy Marie (William) Wachter, and the late Michael Cochran. Proud grandpa of 4, and one late granddaughter; and great-grandpa of 3. Kind uncle of many nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by his parents Otis V. Sr. and Mildred Cochran, one brother, and three sisters.
Visitation Tuesday, May 11, 2021 from 3:00 - 8:00 p.m. (masks please) Prayer service Wednesday, May 12, 2021 at 9:30 a.m. from Smits Funeral Home 2121 Pleasant Springs Lane (Rt.30/Pleasant Springs Ln.) Dyer, IN, to St. Michael the Archangel Church (masks required) One E. Wilhelm St. Schererville, IN, for a 10:30 a.m. Mass of Christian Burial, with Rev. Marty Dobrzynski officiating. Interment Calumet Park Cemetery – Merrillville, IN.
Memorial donations to Hospice of the Calumet Area or St. Michael the Archangel Good Samaritans, greatly appreciated. For further information, please contact 219-322-7300 or we encourage you to leave a condolence for the family on our online guestbook at www.SMITSFH.com
Read MoreGodspeed Otis, we will both miss you and your advice at the Trap Club
Bill&Kathie Sanders
June 02, 2021 | Cedar Lake, IN | Friend
I met Otis at a young age as I became introduced to trapshooting. As a new shooter Otis was a BIG inspiration to me although sadly, I never told him. Some of my fondest memories were around him at the local Turkey Shoots, State Shoots, and Grand American. Otis was a fierce competitor, mentor, and a jokester. But I admire him for being a true gentleman and an ambassador to the shooting sports. I will miss him dearly. I was very close to my father as were his children to him. My prayers to all...
Martin Colbert
May 14, 2021
Sending love and prayers♥♥
Angie & Dan Wachter
May 12, 2021 | Elizabethtown, NC | Family
Our deepest condolences to the whole family during this difficult time. Otis and you all, are in our prayers. God bless you. Alan & Meriam Czajka
Alan Czajka
May 12, 2021 | Merrillville, IN | Acquaintance
The Special people in our lives are really never gone. They have a cherished place in our hearts where they will always be remembered for the love they shared and the happiness they brought. We are thinking of you with the passing of Otis and hoping you will find comfort in your special memories.
Ray and Marilyn Meder (Dianne's Dad & Wife)
Raymond Meder
May 11, 2021 | Lakeland, FL | Acquaintance
My condolences to the family. I remember Mr. Cochran when he used to umpire the American Legion games. He was a quality person and a very fine umpire.
butch massa
May 11, 2021
rest in peace
scott
May 10, 2021
RIP Otis. I always enjoyed umpiring with you!
Darrell Jones
May 10, 2021 | Highland, IN | Friend
Willie, Otis and Dorothy, We are so sorry for your loss. May he rest in peace.
Gene Bartok
May 10, 2021 | Cape Coral, FL | Coworker
