Billy Wayne Cohen-Vaughan

Billy Wayne Cohen-Vaughan was born July 20, 1950, in Dallas, Texas, to William Vaughan and Dorothy Lee Barnes. He was the eldest of four children. Bill married Darlene Holston and they had one daughter together, Belinda. He cherished both of them dearly; along with his grandson Dylan, granddaughter Paige and great granddaughter Lexi Rae.

Bill was a hard worker from a young age. He was a brilliant man who was proficient at any task he undertook. He was a Hospital Administrator, a Psychotherapist, a Clinical Social Worker, Director of Education for Aladdin Beauty Colleges, a Singer, a Pastor and so much more. He was a published author who loved learning and was also known to be a “professional student,” going back to College every few years to add yet another degree to his accomplishments.

Though Bill worked night and day, he would occasionally find time to watch some of his favorite shows in his favorite spot. He enjoyed lying in bed, typing on his laptop, eating Blue Bell ice cream, while watching TV. Some of his favorite shows to watch were Wheel of Fortune, Jeopardy, Judge Judy, and more recently The Golden Girls. He also loved to watch classic horror movies such as Frankenstein and Dracula. One of his favorite TV channels was the History Channel, as he loved learning.

Bill was a caring, helpful man, with a talent for listening. He was a man of faith who loved people, an incessant worker, and according to his best friend, he was “just the smartest man” too.

On Sunday, June 15, 2014, Billy Cohen-Vaughan made his transition. His life ended too soon; he had so much more to offer the world. He was preceded in death by his parents, William & Dorothy Vaughan, and his brother, James Vaughan.

His life and legacy will continue to be honored, celebrated and remembered by his wife of 44 years, Darlene, of Seagoville; his daughter, Belinda Smith and her husband “Bo,” of Seagoville; his grandson, Dylan Hendricks; his granddaughter, Paige Hendricks; great-granddaughter, Lexi Rae Padgett; his brothers: Gary Vaughan and wife, Cheryl, of Sachse, and Ricky Vaughan of Garland; his best friends and Godparents of his grandchildren, Larry & Linda Petty; and many more nieces, nephews, relatives and friends.

If you wish to make donations, the family recommends The American Lung Cancer Association. (214) 819-1200 (800) 227-2345 8900 John Carpenter Fwy. Dallas, TX 75247 www.cancer.org/donate