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JAY COCHRAN JR.

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JAY COCHRAN Obituary

JAY COCHRAN, JR.
Born in Gary, Indiana October 15, 1927 passed away Thursday morning February 4, 2016 in Ashburn, VirginiaHe was preceded in death by his father, Jay Cochran Sr.; his mother, Edna Frances McLimans and his brother, James Cochran.Survived by his wife of 67 years, Betty Amon Cochran; one brother, John Cochran; two daughters, Christie Lee Lowe and Claudia Ann Revella; two sons, Randall Linn Cochran and Jay Cochran III and six grandchildren, Casandra Revella, Francesca Revella, Lindsey Cochran, Kyle Cochran, Grace Cochran and Virginia CochranJay is an Army veteran of World War II. He then began a stellar career in Law Enforcement, spanning five decades, including Assistant Director of the FBI, Director of the Criminal Crime Division at the VA State Police, the Commissioner of the PA State Police as well as the Chairman of the ABC Board. Funeral service February 19, 12 noon, Quantico National Cemetery. Please visit the Colonial Funeral Home website at www.colonialfuneralhome.com for the more information regarding his service arrangements.

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Published by The Washington Post on Feb. 14, 2016.

Memories and Condolences
for JAY COCHRAN

20 Entries

JOHN WRIGHT

February 12, 2019

Jay Cochran was a true friend and by far the best ABC Board Member that I ever served under. You didnt have to wonder if he had your back because he always did. May he rest in peace until we can meet again.

Susan Siemionko

February 27, 2016

Dear Betty and family,
Our deepest sympathy goes out to you and your family over the loss of Jay. You were wonderful neighbors and we felt privileged to have lived across the "alley" from such fine people. He will be missed. Wishing you fond memories of Jay, Betty.

Susan and Roger Siemionko

Anne Tharin

February 20, 2016

I had the privilege of working for Mr. Cochran at VACP. He was a fine man and I was very fond of him. My sincere condolences to the family.

Shawn Hedges

February 16, 2016

Christie, our hearts go out to you and your family as you gather together to celebrate your Father's wonderful life. He will be missed! We love you dearly! Sam, Sharon and Shawn Hedges

February 15, 2016

I didn't know Jay that long, but a true gentleman and excellent representative of the law enforcement community at large, and the FBI in particular.

Allan Trosclair

Florence Hunt

February 15, 2016

I had the privilege and pleasure of working with Mr. Cochran as his secretary while at ABC. He was one of the finest men I ever work with. You all are in my thoughts and prayers.

Pam Zmud

February 15, 2016

Such an accomplished man, with quite an accomplished family. He will be greatly missed I know. Prayers go out to the family. Pam Zmud

Darrel E. Stilwell

February 15, 2016

To the Family: I was sorry to hear of the loss of your loved one and will pray that God will comfort you as you deal with Jay's loss and go through the healing process. Under Jay's leadership the Va. State Police Bureau of Criminal Investigation underwent needed change and advanced in it's ability and reputation as a professional criminal investigative agency. He and his contribution to law enforcement professionalism is well known and will be lasting. It was my pleasure to work under his leadership.

February 14, 2016

My husband, R David Jones served under Jay in the Bci. Under Jay he was appointed asst director. Never forget the day he helped us move from Ashland into Richmond. Sympathy to his family. Anne L. Jones, richmond va

George Crowder

February 14, 2016

My condolences to the Cochran family.
I worked with Mr. Cochran when he was with the VSP-BCI. He was a good man with great insight and investigative/management ability.

John Wright

February 11, 2016

Knowing and working for Jay Cochran was indeed the highlight of my 31 year career with ABC. He was an outstanding leader who refused to let politics stop him from being an outstanding law enforcement officer. Rest in Peace my friend.

Lynel & Larry DeRose

February 11, 2016

Mr. Cochran was a great man and role model who lived his life with integrity, courage, and was dedicated to his family and the law enforcement community.

Well done good and faithful servant.
~ Matthew 25:21

Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Lynel & Larry DeRose

February 11, 2016

A great man and role model who lived his life with integrity, courage, and love of family. Our sincerest condolences.

Chris Curtis

February 9, 2016

I was honored to have worked for Jay during his tenure as Chairman of the Virginia ABC Board. I learned so much from him and will miss him dearly-a true gentleman in every sense of the word.

February 9, 2016

To the Cochran family.

We are very sorry to hear this news and
will remember him and the family in our prayers.

Henry Stanley

Dana Schrad

February 9, 2016

I was fortunate to know Jay when he served as Executive Director of the Virginia Association of Chiefs of Police. He mentored me in as his replacement 20 years ago, and I have felt his hand on my shoulder ever since. Jay's contribution to professional law enforcement will not be forgotten.

Michael McKee

February 8, 2016

A kind member of the law enforcement community.

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