Richard Earl Cochran

1932 - 2021

Richard Earl Cochran obituary, 1932-2021, Jackson, MI

Richard Earl Cochran

1932 - 2021

BORN

1932

DIED

2021

Richard Cochran Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers from Oct. 1 to Oct. 3, 2021.
Cochran, Richard Earl Age 89, passed away September 30, 2021 at his home in Clark Lake, Michigan. Born June 7, 1932, the son of Earl and Dora Cochran, Dick has gone to be with the love of his life, Ruthann, who died December 8, 2020, whom he celebrated 65 years of marriage with. He is survived by their three children, Robyn (Max) Steffen, Ronald (Angie) Cochran, and Robert (Trena) Cochran; 10 grandchildren, Becky (Matt) Hill, Chad (Karie) Winter, Brian (Susan) Cochran, Maxwell (Jessica) Steffen, Richard (Alana) Steffen, Andy (Melissa) Winter, Nick (Rachel) Kulas, Ashley Cochran, Cody Cochran, Joel Cochran; 22 great-grandchildren; his sister-in-law, Amy Cisco; and many nieces and nephews. He is also preceded in death by his parents, Earl and Dora Cochran. Dick proudly ran Cochran Electric as a second-generation owner for 45 years, retiring in 1995 with the honor of passing the reigns to his children. He was a Founding Father of the Clark Lake Spirit Trail and a member of many Model A clubs. He was also a member of IBEW Local 252 and the NECA for 65 years. Dick could be described as a tinkerer, handyman, and woodworker who loved to share his artistic creations with others. Whether he was building a Model A, crafting benches for the Spirt Trail, or carving wooden birds or boats, Dick was happiest when creating something new. In early life, Dick spent his childhood on Green Lake in Interlochen, MI where he eventually built a cottage to retreat to on the weekends with his kids. In later life he was a proud member of the Clark Lake community for over 25 years. Dick enjoyed spending time at the lake with family and friends, and their winters at Ramblers Rest Resort in Venice, FL with their friends. Dick was a trustworthy, honorable man who spoke few words, but which many kind words were said about him. He will be missed by his family and community. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Clark Lake Spirt Foundation, PO Box 224, Clarklake, MI 49234. Mr. Cochran is at the Watson Funeral Chapel where services will be held Saturday October 16, 2021 at 11:00am. The family will receive friends from 10:00am until the time of service. Please express your condolences to the family at www.watson-funeral-chapels.com .

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October 19, 2021

Tom Croff posted to the memorial.

October 19, 2021

Tom Croff posted to the memorial.

October 19, 2021

Tom Croff posted to the memorial.

Tom Croff

October 19, 2021

Tom Croff

October 19, 2021

Tom Croff

October 19, 2021

You will be missed by many people.

Mike McGowan

October 6, 2021

Dick Cochran was a first-class guy. He built a
great organization, assembled a remarkable team that took good care of his business by looking out for his interests and the needs of their customers.
He was a fine role model for lots of us who worked around him as well as for his kids, who learned the trade and business from him and have done a great job running Cochran Electric.
So many folks in Jackson are better people for knowing Dick Cochran.
Mike McGowan

Chili Dave Tennant

October 5, 2021

A great Florida next door neighbor. Sharing and caring. Rest in peace.

Kristina Heck

October 5, 2021

So sorry for your loss.
May he R.I.P.

Richard Jacques & Diana Jacques

October 5, 2021

We met Dick & Ruthann at Ramblers Rest and enjoyed our time together. Sending deepest sympathy and God´s comfort at this difficult time to the children and grandchildren.

Ann Swain

October 4, 2021

What can I say about my neighbors...They were the best!! Jim and I sold them the lot next door 25 years ago and they built a log home...just what I had planned to do one day!! Dick was always puttering, When he ran out of things to do at his home, he would find something to do at mine. He installed some lights on my garage and of course a dawn to dusk sensor that I had not purchased!
Dick cut my lawn after Jim passed and would argue every time I tried to pay him. I could get him to take money for a motel room and food for their annual trip to Florida, but that is all he would take. He would casually say, "Annie, we need some gas"! This last year he would sneak up behind me in his electric chair while I was working in my yard and tell me how much help he should be giving me. I always told him just his presence and conversation was all I needed. What great neighbors: sharing a glass of wine, chasing people off out docks, guarding our little space of lake front from people who were "going " to park there! and just shooting the breeze on my deck or theirs. So many memories..........

Marsha and Donn Gresso

October 4, 2021

Richards parents, Earl and Dora were best friends with my parents in Jackson and on Green Lake. Richard was my big brother I never had during my youth. He would often pick me up from school in one of his neat old cars. So many good times on Green Lake, boating, riding the latest three wheel trike. Marsha and I had the best time with Ruth Ann and Richard on a Fall color tour to New England in our travel trailers. Richard was the most sharing, fair and ethical man I have known. He has always been so proud of their children, Robyn, Ronnie and Robert. Thank you Richard for all the kindness you have shared with others. We will miss you!

Rose Drew

October 4, 2021

Brian and Susan and family

I am so very sorry for your loss. May he rest in peace!

Fred & Solange Manni

October 4, 2021

Please accept our deepest condolences on the passing of your parents. They were good neighbors of ours at Ramblers Rest, honorable and so very helpful in many ways. May they Rest In Peace.

Loyde Bruce

October 4, 2021

May the God of all comfort comfort comfort you the family during this difficult time. Dick was a wonderful man and a true friend,Love
Love Loye and Gloria

Tom Croff

October 4, 2021

Dick was the best friend you could have.I was able to be a part of Dick and Ruthann life. We celebrated life at Ramblers Rest. He made coffee every Tue and poured ,greeted every person

Bob & Anne Stevens

October 3, 2021

Bob , sorry for your loss of your father , we well keep him in our prayers

Deb & Bill

October 2, 2021

Sorry to hear about your dad, Bill stopped by and talked with him a month or so ago he was waiting for Robert to bring his truck over.

John and Barb Logue

October 2, 2021

WE WILL SURE MISS DICK AND RUTH ANN , AS THEY WERE VERY GOOD FRIENDS, IN FL. AND HERE IN MI. WE HAVE HAD MANY GOOD TIMES AND MEMORIES TO REMEMBER THEM BY. OUR PRAYER ARE WITH YOU ALL.
LOVE BARB AND JOHN

Douglas Nowlin

October 2, 2021

he was my scoutmaster troop 415 a very long time ago. he a great man. he will RIP.

Val Bigelow

October 2, 2021

Robert, Trena, Cody and Ashley
So sorry for your loss.

Jacque Alldaffer

October 1, 2021

So sorry to hear of you Dad´s passing. He´s once again happy to be with your Mom. Rest In Peace Dick.

Jacque Alldaffer

October 1, 2021

I´m so sorry to hear of your Dad´s passing. He´s once again happy with your Mom and busy creating new things for God´s use.
Jacque Alldaffer

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