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Charles Lincoln "Chuck" Cochran
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Charles Cochran Obituary
Age 71, died Thursday, June 7, 2007. Born February 29, 1936. Renowned Nashville pianist and composer. He is survived by his wife of 26 years, Catherine; his daughter Laurie and husband Brian Draves of DeBary, FL; son David and Regina Cochran of Pensacola, FL; sister Kathleen Zimbicki of Pgh., PA, brother Jimmie Cochran and wife Peggy of Hatsboro, PA; grand daughter Heidi Korndorffer of Seattle, WA; many nieces and nephews and many, many friends. In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to the Charles "Chuck" Cochran Memorial Fund, Suntrust Bank, 1026 17th Ave. S. Nashville, TN 37212. A private service for family members will be held by MARSHALL -DONNELLY FUNERAL HOME. A memorial service will be held Sunday, June 10 3-6 PM at the Neuhoff Building, 1513 Adams St., Nashville, TN. MARSHALL DONNELLY COMBS 201 25th Ave., North, Nashville, TN 37203. 615-327-1111.
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Merlin Westphal
July 3, 2025
we attended many Don Williams performances for many years, From front row seats to hard to see seats. I'm 80 years old,but many years ago I was extremely impressed with Charles Cochran on piano for Don Williams ,Charles Cochran indeed has considerable talent not only on the piano but also arranging music . When we attended a Don Williams performance--and purchased tickets well in advance--we always tried to be as close to front and on right side close to Charles Cochran.
Frank Mallett
March 12, 2008
My thoughts are with his family. May Charles RIP. So many memories of the good keyboard skills on the uk tours. Music has lost a truely great musician.
Rex Everitt
July 29, 2007
It is withgreat sadness to have just found out about the sad loss of Charles. I have seen him perform many times over the years with Don Williams, and he was a most wonderful musician and person.
Lucy Bounds
July 22, 2007
While searching info on Don Williams today, I ran across info on the death of Charles Cochran. I'd like to express my condolences to his family and friends. Since he played with Don Williams I'm sure much of the piano music was his. It is beautiful and he will be missed. May GOD remember and bless him and his family and friends thru difficult times and grant all peace. Thank you for the music.
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Tony Latessa
July 2, 2007
To the Family of Charles Cochran,
I was fortunate enough to see Charles tickling the ivories many times over the years and was even lucky enough to talk with him once on the phone back in the 90’s when I’d called for then road manager Gus Leaux. Charles was very kind and humbly thanked me when I praised his work on the “Borrowed Tales” CD they’d just released. He was a gifted keyboardist and kind human being. He’ll be sorely missed.
With Deepest Sympathy for your loss,
Harry & Lucille VanDusen
July 2, 2007
What a wonderful musician, a true classic. God bless the family and friends he leaves behind.
Dennis Clark
June 13, 2007
So many memories are flooding my mind right about now. I have just found out about Chuck's passing and I am so sorry he has left us. So many boyhood memories in Midway. Especially the night we got rained out, sleeping in a tent in the backyard. Good memories. Although I haven't seen him in years, I already miss him. We pray the good Lord grant peace and comfort to all of his family. I have always been so proud to be 1st Cousin to such a talented and respected musician as Charles certainly was.
Dennis and Tessie Clark
Chesapeake, VA
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