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Rory Cochrane Obituary
SALEM, N.H. — Rory "Roy" James Cochrane, 47, died peacefully at home after a brief illness on Sunday, April 18, 2010 in Salem, N.H., with his spiritual wife by his side.
Roy was born in Beverly, the son of the late Richard and Lee Cochrane. A longtime Lawrence resident, he moved to Salem two years ago. Roy loved fishing, the ocean and spending time out doors. Most of all he enjoyed spending time and laughing with is family, children and grandchildren. He was a man who lived his life to the fullest and was a devoted fan of Elvis Presley, listening to his music every Sunday.
He is survived by his spiritual wife, Monica F. Morrison of Salem; daughters, Monica Cochrane of Bradford, Lee Ann Cochrane of Lawrence and Madison Cochrane of Salem; one son, Rory Ian Cochrane of Andover; grandchildren, Michael and Savannah; one brother, Jeff Cochrane and his wife Kim of Sandown; sisters, Kim Hoyt and her husband Mike of Ipswich and Jodi Wetson and her husband Tim of Hamilton; several nieces and nephews. In addition, Roy is survived by his former wife, Alison Cochrane and her companion Marc Madden of Andover.
ARRANGEMENTS: Friends may call Wednesday 4 to 8 p.m. at Farrah Funeral Home, 133 Lawrence St., Lawrence. A funeral service will be held Thursday at 10 a.m. at Farrah Funeral Home, 133 Lawrence St., Lawrence. Cremation will follow.
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Mon
May 9, 2010
Roy,
Your last wish was granted to you yesterday at sunset and it was so beautiful just like you wanted it I know you were so pleased and finally at peace. I do have to say that now I feel a somewhat kind of comfort knowing that your at where you wanted to be. "SAIL ON BABY" I will keep my promise to you and your children while I'm down here finishing my work that is set out for me."FISH ON ROY" I hope you got that dam TUNA you've been looking for and hey don't forget my sand-dollars!!! I know you can still here me "I LOVE YOU" and I can still hear you ," me too hun" Save a room for me up there, you know I'm not that picky, right next to you and Elvis will do!
Mom & Dad
April 30, 2010
Rory;
the best son-in-law we have you are 1 of a kind with a heart made of gold.you'll be with us always in our hearts please keep wathcing oer mon & maddie
we miss ya see you later oh make me a area for my birds, thanks
"I WAS JUST IN THE NEIGHBOR HOOD" Love you always brother
Jody Cochrane
April 28, 2010
me and uncle rory playing dance dance revolution
Autumn Wetson
April 28, 2010
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Autumn Wetson
April 28, 2010
Uncle Rory,
I can't even say how much I love you. I would have to say we had so much fun times together while it lasted didn't we? I also can't even say how much I miss you:). I would like to share one fun favorite time I had ever had with you. Here it goes. Remember when we were having a little beach party for lil rory? Well when my dad went to ask you if you wanted to come play DDR with me you said "Sure", and then when you got there you said "Honey I just don't think I can do this today because of my hips but I sure will pretend to dance with you shhhh...." "And if people ask you if I actually did say Yes he did." I would have to say that was my favorite memory and time with you<3. R.I.P Uncle Rory R.I.P. May you dreams be filled with lots of beaches work and lots and lots of purple. <3<3<3<3<3<3<3
Mon
April 26, 2010
He was my best friend, he was a wonderful dad,he was the one that got us through every day whether it was good or bad.Rough around the edges,but let me tell you ,I never met a man who had a heart as big and strong as he did.I'm having trouble as each day passes but I know in my heart he is right beside me and will carry his family and I through this until we meet again. Roy made me a strong woman and showed me how to get through the tough times.He will live strong in my heart forever and never be forgotten.
I love you forever and always and I'll see you when the time comes.I've kept my promise to you here on earth and i'll keep my promise to you as you look down on us from up above.....I love you babe
April 22, 2010
Rory, WOW!, Hard to imagine you gone. May you rest in peace. My thoughts immediatly went back to our childhood and brought great memories to mind! Your family was wonderful and I can't believe your little Rory! He looks exactly like you did.It did my heart good to watch your video. You looked like you were happy and had fun. GOD bless! Bonnie (Rutherford) Dunn
Betty Turcotte
April 22, 2010
Roy,I saw today you were no longer in pain,but at peace.I did not say good bye,I said will see you in another life time when it is time to.I will miss you dearly.We need you to watch over all of us...
April 22, 2010
Rory God gave us a beautiful gift and that is MEMORIES. We all will hold on to and cherish them forever. Our childhood times here in the Grove were great and will never be forgotten. Met some of your family and your children are beautiful, you did a great job. You will be missed ,but will be very welcomed up there. Rest in Peace Big Guy and no worries here. Robin Rutherford/Turpin
Shannon Trovato-Harasen
April 22, 2010
Monica,
I can't even express how much I am saddened by your loss. I love you and Roy and the kids with all my heart and have so many wonderful memories from the past 15 years. It would take days for me to go over all the memories. My entire family is grieving for u guys. I am hear for u and the kids for anything u need morning, noon, and night. You guy have done so much for me that I can't thank you enough.
Roy you were such an amazing man and a very important part of our lives. I will miss u very much but just know that I will always make sure that Monica and the kids are ok as u would do for me. Much love and respect for all u guys I love u very much and save me a spot in the castle that u will build. See u on the other side.
Love always,
Shannon Trovato - Harasen
Kathy Provost
April 21, 2010
I am saddened to hear of your loss.
Please know how sorry I am.
April 21, 2010
Oh boy it's hard to see our peers pass away. It really cuts close to home. Rory and the other boys in the Grove were always quite a handful of surprises ! Having them around made me tough as nails, at the time I didnt appreciate it much, but I know it was a life lesson that made me who I am today. Rory...hard to believe you are gone. Peace and love and best wishes and blessings to the little ones and family members that you left behind.
April 21, 2010
To the Cochrane Family,
As Georgie Wallick said it best. The Cochranes, Roys, Rutherford's Wallicks & Lochards were one big Grove family.
We will cherish the memories we all had growing up, and Rory was the most adorable, sweetest lil kid amongst us.
We will cherish our memories Rory. Give mom and extra hug from me.
Deepest Sympathy to All.
From Florida...Di Rutherford/Story & family
Curtis Wetson
April 21, 2010
MY UNCLE WAS A GOOD GUY I REMEMBER WHEN I WAS WITH HIM AND MY OTHER UNCLE JEFF AT HIS HOUSE HE TOOK OF WITH THE 4 WEELER AND JEFF GOT A PHONE CALL ABOUT AN HOUR LATER THAT RORY SUNK THE 4 WEELER SO ME AND JEFF WENT TO RESCUE THE 4 WEELER THEN WE GOT STUCK AS WELL!! BUT I WILL MISS HIM I LOVE U RORY!!!
April 21, 2010
To many memories to list. We were both youngins growing up in Asbury Grove. Seems like a 100 years ago. The Cochrane"s, Roy's, Rutherford's, Wallick's, Lockhart's. So many family's growing up together.
Gonna miss ya dude,,,,peace
George Wallick
jack brady
April 21, 2010
my heart goes out to monica and roys whole family he was a good guy and he will be missed im glad i knew him
elise HOWATT
April 20, 2010
I remember his days in grammer school at Winthrop ... He was always there with a wonderful impish smile and full of fun... sail on Rory...
April 20, 2010
I remember Rory from school, he was a funny person. My thoughts are with the family. God Bless.
Terri Sevigney Runyon
Jody Wetson
April 20, 2010
I will always remember my brother being there for anyone who needed him, He had a big heart,And a beautiful smile, Fondest memory is of him coming out of the tub when we lived in asbury grove with his hair slicked back a towel wrapped around his waist singing you ain't nothing but a hound dog in to the hair brush. I know i will feel your presence when i'am near the ocean I Love You And Will Miss You Forever!!! Your Little Sister Jody
Brenden Wetson
April 20, 2010
I will always remember the good times. Rest in peace uncle Rory
John Jermyn
April 20, 2010
Sorry to here of Rory's passing my prayers are with you.I can still remember the days during school vacations hanging out at the bowling alley and summers at Patten Park .
teddi wallick
April 20, 2010
peace to all rest in peace
tom and teddi wallick
Betty Turcotte
April 20, 2010
Roy was one of a kind.He was there for us at some point in our lives.He would want us to celebrate his life with the memories we have of him.My thoughts and prayers go out to his family and friends.Roy will be sadly missed!!!!!
Cindy Copp
April 20, 2010
With deepest sympathy. Rest in Peace Rory.
Gary Platt
April 20, 2010
Rest in pease my friend, you are in the best of hands, with God.
john kinsman
April 20, 2010
i first met rory at the beverly ymca day camp when we were about 9 or 10, tough even back then and watch out for that southpaw! you always knew where you stood with rory, no b.s. nothing but good memories for me about rory cochran!
Robin Vincent
April 20, 2010
You were always the one that could make me laugh. My thoughts are with you and your family.
nicole s goulet/williams
April 20, 2010
To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.
Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."
It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.
God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.
I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.
There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.
If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.
So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.
And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.
Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2010
Janice Demers
April 20, 2010
Memories help us through the hard times, laughter helps to soften the pain, you my friend have created many memories full of laughter & love for many many people and that's a wonderful legacy to leave, well done.
"Rest In Peace"
James Paine
April 20, 2010
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
RHONDA LEFEBVRE
April 20, 2010
Please accept my deepest sympathies.
Brenda Rioux
April 20, 2010
Rest in peace....My thoughts and prayer are with you all.
Thom Copp (Messer)
April 20, 2010
My First Best Friend, from the days trekking out to Turkey Island, building our forts, our wrestling ring under the old barn, to my Mom making pancakes after a Saturday night sleepover... Give your Mom a hug for me, and tell Elvis I said "Hello"
Jennifer Yorke
April 20, 2010
You will be greatly missed!
Connie Frasca
April 20, 2010
You will be missed
Connie Frasca
April 20, 2010
Rest in peace roy...you are in my thoughts and prayers...Your memories will live on in so many that knew you...
Sylvain Lebel
April 20, 2010
My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time of sorrow.
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