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James Cochran Obituary
James W. Cochran, 90, passed away May 19, 2017 at the Drake Center in Cincinnati, Ohio. Jim was born on August 10, 1926 in Lockport, NY, a son of Lloyd and Dorothy Cochran. He married Patricia Wright Cochran in 1950. They celebrated their 65th anniversary on September 23, 2015.
Jim graduated from Colgate University in 1947, Phi Beta Kappa: served in the US Navy for two years: received his MBA degree from the Wharton School of Business at the University of Pennsylvania, Beta Gamma Sigma honorary. He was a member of the fraternity DKE. He worked in the advertising department for Procter and Gamble for 42 years. He began his career as the brand manager for Cheer and culminated as Manager of TV Commercial Production.
During his P&G career, Jim served for several years as Chairman of an Industry committee (agencies and advertiser) responsible for the negotiation of labor agreements with talent unions representing TV commercial actors and musicians.
Jim was a member of the Wyoming Presbyterian Church, serving as a Sunday School teacher for 10 years and a Trustee for 4 years. Following his P&G retirement, he was an avid volunteer at the Valley Interfaith Food and Clothing Center in Lockland, Ohio.
Jim is survived by his children: Peggy Judd of Barrington Hills, IL and her husband Rick and their children, Wesley and Emily: Cathy Shiver of Morristown, NJ and her children, Brian, Douglas and Christopher: Doug Cochran of Cold Springs, KY and his wife Amanda and their children Ava and Zane. He was preceded in death by his wife, Patty Cochran, his brother Robert Cochran, his sister Dorothy Cochran Gleason, sister-in-law Dr. Emily E. Wright and a son Bruce Wright Cochran. He was "Oomba" to his grandchildren who adored him. Jim Cochran was a man of grace, kindness, faithfulness, principles and a true gentleman. He loved hiking the mountains and canoeing in NC. His passion was writing letters to family and friends, "old school" handwritten, with an envelope and a stamp.
Friends may call Saturday, May 27, 2017 at Wyoming Presbyterian Church, 225 Wyoming Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45215 from 10:00 -10:45 AM: service immediately following at 11 AM: with reception to follow. Burial will take place at Spring Grove Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be given to Valley Interfaith Food and Clothing Center; In Care of Barbara Campbell, 420 W Wyoming Ave., Lockland OH 45215-3002 Phone 513-821-3233. Online condolences can be left at www.SpringGrove.org
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John Pepper
May 17, 2025
Jim might a life-changing contribution to my life in 1963. If it were not for Jim, i don't believe I ever would have been offered a job in P&G.
Peggy Judd
May 17, 2024
Here we are again, Dad, the anniversary of your passing. This time of year never gets easier for me but I am comforted by the thought that you and Mom are together and you are free from a body that was letting you down. I miss you more than words can express and love you with all my heart. Peg
Peggy Judd
May 17, 2020
Still miss you more than ever, Dad. Hope you are happy and at peace. Love, Always and Forever, Peg
John Pepper
May 17, 2020
I think of Jim often. Every time I recall coming to PG. Knowing if it were not for Jim I never would have been hired, never met my wife, never had the family which has Made my life what it is.
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Ron Harding
September 8, 2017
Jim was my boss at P&G. He was the most caring, straightforward person I ever had as a manager. He taught me much about management and about idealism. He was a lovely person and led by example. He laughed at my contrary ways and congratulated me on my successes. We were blessed to have him.
Peg
June 22, 2017
I miss you Dad!
Alan Turner
May 28, 2017
Jim was my neighbor. Although much older than me, Jim would finish shoveling snow in his driveway and come an help me with mine. He and Patty were fantastic neighbors. I will miss both of them.
Ellen Deaton
May 27, 2017
Jim was one of those special people who comes along very rarely in our lives. A gentleman of the highest order, he exuded warmth, compassion, kindness, spirituality, inquisitiveness (his business side), great logic, a high sense of morality, parental and civic duty. I shall miss him sorely at our future family gatherings. ~ Ellen Everman Deaton
Gail Baldwin
May 25, 2017
Ross Friedmann and I were privileged to know Jim for only a few years. He and the Judd family were the highlight of several Christmas celebrations and even his 90th. birthday.
We morn the loss of this genuine and kind soul with his family. He is at peace now with his beloved Patty.
John Laufenburg
May 24, 2017
My deepest condolences to Jim's family. May the sadness you feel now soon be replaced with happy memories of good times spent with him.
Jim was my first manager at P&G and I can honestly say that I would not have had as successful a career there without his mentoring and guidance. Jim took every interaction with people as a coaching opportunity. He was devoted to helping people and was, without doubt, one of the most compassionate, caring, and honest individuals I have ever known. Having Jim as a boss and a friend was truly a life blessing.
Janet Fairclough - Evergreen Retirement
May 24, 2017
Jim was the kindest, most appreciative man I think I have ever met. Never complained, and was always paying compliments to our staff for any little thing they did for him. I will miss having our conversations about anything and everything. He was my friend, and I'll miss him dearly. Rest now, Mr. C, and be at peace.
Patti Everman-Bannon
May 23, 2017
My deepest sympathy to the family and friends of James Cochran. He was a special individual and loved by many. Wishing God's comfort to all.
Werneth and Betty Avril
May 23, 2017
Our love to all the Cochran family. Jim was a true friend, loving father and grandfather, and, a devoted Christian. We will miss him . Werneth and Betty Avril
Dr. Eugene White
May 23, 2017
Jim and Patty were our next door neighbors for many years, and I can say unequivocally that he was the best neighbor that I ever had. Jim was always willing to lend a helping hand to anyone who needed it. We all knew of his outstanding academic and professional history, but Jim was always humble and rarely spoke of his many notable achievements. He was a great role model for our kids, and was willing to share sage advice and give encouragement. All who knew Jim will miss his gentle and intelligent smile, and his boundless energy and determination to get things done right.
May 23, 2017
I am deeply saddened for your loss. I worked for Jim in the Commercial Production Department at P&G. Without Jim's guidance and support I would not have had the long and fulfilling career at P&G that I did.
Knowing and meeting Jim will always stand as one of the most important moments of my life.
Dennis Pratte
John Pepper
May 23, 2017
I and my family owe Jim so much. He was my first interviewer at P&G when I came there in 1963. He gave me caring and pointed advice after that interview without which I never would have been hired by P&G---or gone on to meet my wife--or had my wonderful family.
Through all the years that followed, I admired his character. He was a role model for me. I attended his retirement party to let all in attendance know how much he had meant to me. His memory will live on
E Ferguson
May 23, 2017
My deepest sympathy for your loss. God has promised to end sickness and death forever.(Isa.33:24;25:8) He knows the pain we feel when we lose a loved one and provides us with comfort and peace through his Word. May you have confidence in the fulfillment of his promises.
May 23, 2017
So sorry for your loss. May you find comfort and strenght in God's promise found at John 6:40
May 23, 2017
I'm so sorry to hear of your loss. My deepest sympathy and condolences to the family during this time of grief. Psalms 55 : 22.
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