William Francis Cochran

1958 - 2011

William Francis Cochran obituary, 1958-2011, Lighthouse Point, FL

William Francis Cochran

1958 - 2011

BORN

1958

DIED

2011

William Cochran Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Aug. 1, 2011.
Cochran, William Francis, 53, of Lighthouse Point, FL, passed away July 31, 2011. Billy was born July 31, 1958 in Boston, Massachusetts to Robert and Evelyn (Bradley) Cochran. He served his country honorably in the U.S. Navy. Those left to cherish his memory are his loving wife, Lillian Felix Cochran, mother, Evelyn (Art) Priebe, son, Andrew (Cheryl) Cochran, brothers, Bobby Cochran, Brad Cochran, Ben Cochran, Brian Cochran and sister, Linda Salsberry. The family will recieve friends Thursday, August 4, 2011, 1:00 - 3:00pm at Kraeer Funeral Home & Cremation Center, 1199 East Sample Road, Pompano Beach, where funeral services will begin at 3:00pm.

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July 31, 2012

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August 18, 2011

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August 18, 2011

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July 31, 2012

Bye Honey - I miss you so much

Billy's Buds in WV - Ronnie, John, Rick & Milton

August 18, 2011

Harley Toy Run 2007

August 18, 2011

Billy & Lil 2008

August 18, 2011

Carl, Carol Lil & Billy

August 18, 2011

Jose Esrella

August 8, 2011

We all loved Billy and will miss him.

Kate and the Bonefish Family

August 7, 2011

Lil,
We are sorry for your loss. We will miss Bill not only as a customer but a friend. He would light up the bar with his smile and laugh. We all loved him and know how very much he loved you, know we are thinking of you.

Howie Weinman

August 7, 2011

Lil,
Condolencses for the loss of the love of your life, he worshipped you, know that and never forget. Hang in, you may borrow my wife anytime you need her. Our hearts are broken for you.

Michelle

August 6, 2011

Lil,
So sorry for your loss, remember the day you and Billy met, love at first sight! I might have been his best man but you were and always will be his best woman! Love you! Just wish you didn't have to go through any of this.

Paula Compton

August 4, 2011

Linda, hugs and prayers for you and your family.

Howes Family

August 4, 2011

You are in our thoughts and prayers Aunt Lil. We are here for you. Thanks for sharing the pictures of Uncle Billy.

Shirley PHILLIPS

August 4, 2011

My sympathy and best wishes in your time of sorrow. Prayers for the whole family.

Linda and Patrick Whelan

August 4, 2011

May the comfort of family and friends
be your strength now and in the days ahead

Mickey Rose

August 3, 2011

Lil, my prayers and thoughts are with you and Andrew at this time of sorrow...Memories of him will always hold an important place in your heart. The love you shared will keep him close forever. Love you.

Hoda Ghamrawy

August 3, 2011

Linda and Family...You are all in my prayers and what a wonderful man your brother was. It felt like a privilege to read about him and the love expressed is a testament to who he will always be. May God rest his soul and may you all know the comfort of knowing that he is in God's Grace. Thinking of you and sending prayers your way.

August 3, 2011

Our deepest sympathy, to you, at this time. We love you and want you to know you are in our thoughts. God Bless

Lou and David

Lou and David Goodman

August 3, 2011

Our deepest sympathy, to you, at this time. We love you and want you to know you are in our thoughts. God Bless

Lou and David

Erika Rosado

August 3, 2011

My deepest sympathies are with you Lil and the rest of Billy's family. I am praying for strength, peace, and comfort for all of you at this time. Know that I will always be here if you need anything Lil.

RIP Billy, you were one of the best men I have ever met. Now Heaven will have another handsome angel to watch over all of us.

Jim and Lynne Newberry

August 3, 2011

Over so many years, Billy brought us MANY smiles and much laughter. He will be missed by many. Billy is with our Lord who he has served and loved, and is joyfully preparing a big party for the family he loved so much and for his abundant friends. Andrew, he loved you with all his heart...and you couldn't have been a more loving son. We will miss him.

Lori Olivieri

August 3, 2011

Linda and family, I'm praying that you get through the toughest days ahead with grace from Him and His guidance. Prayers for all of Billy's family that you will continue to feel the love and support of your many friends who want to see you through this.

Robin Ewell

August 2, 2011

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Bill's paternal Grandfather and all of his 15 grandchildren

Brian Cochran

August 2, 2011

Rick Sonia

August 2, 2011

Billy you were a good friend and colleage;rest in peace.

Lynn Riner

August 2, 2011

Linda and all of Billy's family,
Holding you in prayer as you go through this most difficult time. May you all find strength in each other and in our Lord's promises for eternal life.

Lynne Soper

August 2, 2011

To Dearest Linda, and your family and the loved ones of Bill...God is holding him in the palm of his great hand, and has his arm around all of you during this very difficult time. My prayers are with you all.

Diann PA Nana

August 2, 2011

Linda & family:
"Although it's difficult today to see beyond the sorrow,
May looking back in memory help comfort you tomorrow."
~Unknown

David & Elaine Hamilton

August 2, 2011

Dear Cochran Family,
Our hearts are so saddened by the loss of Billy. He has been a true and loyal friend to David through the years. They have shared so many of life's experiences together and supported each other as only a true friend could do. The many memories are cherished and now as Billy has left us for his new life with God, we will look forward to the next reunion in heaven to hug him again. Our immediate loving thoughts have been for his family and especially for Evie . We will continue to pray for God to wrap his arms around each of you to give you comfort and strength.
David,Elaine and Buck HAMILTON

Dana Meyer

August 2, 2011

God Bless all of you as you go through this time of gathering together for the loss of Billy. Your Faith in God will help bring you through this hard time. Many prayers are going to God for all of you during your loss.
Linda may you and your family and Billy's friends find comfort and love by sharing memories you each have of Billy. Always remember the memories and talk about them in the weeks to come. Yes there is and will be saddness because he has gone on before you all. He is ALWAYS with each of you in spirit and in memories.
Those memories will be what will get you through and your Faith in God. May you know GOD is there anytime you need to call on HIM. He will never leave
you and God knows of your Love you have for Billy.

Sunday dolphins games

Brian Cochran

August 2, 2011

High School band. Bill and Brian

Brian Cochran

August 2, 2011

On the patio at John's

Brian Cochran

August 2, 2011

August 2, 2011

With sympathy and friendship. Judie Vajda

August 2, 2011

With sympathy and friendship. Judie Vajda

Judy Eddy

August 2, 2011

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived

Kay Moffett

August 2, 2011

Rest in peace, Billy.

Kay Moffett

August 2, 2011

Linda, thinking of you and the entire family with love and prayers as you gather to celebrate Billy's life. He's received a grand promotion ! Heaven is blessed with another angel who will lovingly watch over you all.

Wanda Wright

August 2, 2011

With caring thoughts~

Thelma Farley

August 2, 2011

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

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