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Midland, Texas

Wayne Cockerham Obituary

Wayne Cockerham, of Midland, formerly of Georgetown, Louisiana, passed away Tuesday, October 11, 2005 in Odessa, Texas, in the presence of his family. He has gone to be with the Lord.

He was born April 18, 1946 to Burl and Validine Cockerham in Delhi, Louisiana. Wayne was a member of the West Texas Association for the Deaf and the Alexandria Association for the Deaf in Alexandria, Louisiana. Mr. Cockerham retired from the United States Postal Service in 1998.

He was preceded in death by his parents, stepmother, Vivian Cockerham, and brother, Bobby Cockerham.

Wayne is survived by his wife, Dianne Cockerham of Midland, TX; son, David Wayne Cockerham and his wife, Erin Colleen, of Big Spring, TX; daughter, Diana Kotlinski and her husband, TSgt. Darrin Kotlinski, of Okinawa, Japan; sisters, Sandra, Carolyn, Sherri and Mary; and four grandchildren, Garrett, Emily, Olivia and Ethan James, and other relatives in Texas and Louisiana.

Funeral services have been scheduled for 1:00 P.M. Saturday, October 15, 2005 at First Baptist Church of Midland. Interment will follow at Resthaven Memorial Park. Arrangements are under the direction of Ellis Funeral Home.

Memorials may be directed to Hospice House Foundation, 903 N. Sam Houston Ave., Odessa, Texas 79761.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Midland Reporter-Telegram on Oct. 14, 2005.

Memories and Condolences
for Wayne Cockerham

20 Entries

Diana Kotlinski

January 16, 2006

Dear Wayne,

It was so strange to have our first Thanksgiving and Christmas without you. So many little things reminded us of you and the reality of your absence really hit home. I had already started my Christmas gift list and had your name there with ideas. I had yours & mom's name on the Christmas card list also. I could not cross your name off. It felt so wrong to address the card without your name. I remembered how you loved the chocolate covered cherries I used to send you from Germany before you became diabetic. Our family has missed your presence so much. It's so very difficult to think of mom without Wayne. I caught myself looking at the Japanese jellies and thinking, "Oh Wayne would love to try that one because he loves blackberry."...Then I remembered. I know I'm being selfish and wish you were here just a while longer so you could have come to Japan with mom and enjoyed a few more adventures. But I know you're in a much better place than we are and no longer suffering. You would be so proud of David & Erin. They have really been looking out for mom and that has been such a blessing for us since we can't be there in person. I guess I just want you to know that we love you and still think of you and pray for you. We miss you, but know you're happier where you're at. Love, Diana

Ozanner Ezell

November 12, 2005

Diane,

My prayers are with you. I loved Wayne so much. He was like a son to me. I have a lot of fond memories of the time he spent with our family and of Wayne, Junior and Tommy playing together and getting in trouble together.And teasing Judy and Linda Gayle. HA HA. Even as an adult he would come live with us for periods of times. I am glad he is not suffering and is at peace now. My prayers are with you and David. I enjoyed the time we spent together recently before you moved back to Texas. Take care and keep in touch.

Love,

Aunt O.

Wayne Lee & Marolyn Carter

November 11, 2005

Diane and Family, We extend our Sympathy and know that it is hard for you. Memories are the legacy of love. We hope you all remember that you have friends who listen and care. We all are praying for you in our heart. We all love you all and god bless you all. Wayne Lee and Marolyn Carter

DONNA COPELAND

November 11, 2005

WAYNE, JOE AND I WILL MISS YOU DEARLY...EVERYTIME I SEE YOU AND YOU ALWAYS TEASING ME.. WHATS UP DOC!!! HA I MISS YOUR TEASING AND THE WAY YOU ARE, YOU LOVE TO MAKE PEOPLE LAUGH AND ALSO TO MAKE THE DAY FOR ALL OF US. YOU ARE ONE OF A KIND AND WE WILL NEVER FORGET YOU. WE MISS YOU AND WE WILL SEE YOU SOMEDAY....SMILE...YOURS TRULY...FAMILY FRIENDS,JOE L ARRIAGA JR AND DONNA LOUELLA COPELAND ...FAMILY FRIENDS OF DIANE AND HER FAMILIES.... HERES MY SONG TO YOU.."WHEREVER WE GO, WE KNOW WE CAN SEE YOUR SHADOW WALKING WITH US AND WE SHALL NOT BE ALONE... KNOWING...THAT YOU ARE WITH US AND WE WILL SEE THE RAINBOW OF YOUR LAUGH, TEARS , AND SMILE WHEREVER WE ROAM TO THE PATH TIL OUR TIMES...OOOOHHHHH...MMMMMMMM....OOO

OHHH..MMMMMM..........WLY JOE AND DONNA

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Diana Kotlinski

October 22, 2005

Dear Wayne,

Thank you so much for being there for us. It's so hard to say final words. The sparkle never faded from your eyes, your great attitude never changed, how were we able to finally accept the end was near? After flying thousands of miles no matter where we were in the world, we'd come rushing home to find you acting as if we were exagerating and you would go and prove to us how strong you really were. We would tease you about having 9 lives. The Lord needed you home this time. - Thank you for being a wonderful father figure and a true grandfather to my kids. You married my mother when I was already an adult, so our relationship was not one of a child/parent in that aspect, but you showed me in so many ways what a true father is. You were always steadfast, honest, hardworking, funny & strong. You showed my children your love and affection and they loved you so much for it. My most treasured memory of you is of you saying strongly "I am not afraid to go to Heaven. I am ready to party with the angels." Mom said you raised up and smiled over her shoulder. You were right, the angels were waiting for you. I am so glad that you got to come to Germany and see so many beautiful things in Europe on our travels together with my family. Thank you Wayne for always being there for my mom, for being a wonderful, funny, & loving person. We know the party is waiting on us, and we'll meet again one day. We honor you and remember you always,

Diana, Darrin, Garrett, Emily & Olivia

ROD AND SANDRA CLINE

October 21, 2005

WAYNE'S DEATH HAS LEFT AN EMPTY SPOT IN OUR HEARTS. HE SUFFERED GREATLY THIS PAST YEAR, BUT BECAUSE OF GOD'S PROMISE, HE NOW HAS A NEW MANSION IN HEAVEN, AND A BRAND NEW BODY. I THANK GOD FOR GIVING US WAYNE. HE WAS THE BEST BROTHER YOU COULD EVER ASK FOR. HE SET EXAMPLES BY THE WAY HE LIVED HIS LIFE, ONE DAY AT A TIME. WORLDLY THINGS DIDN'T MATTER ALOT TO WAYNE, HE JUST LOVED LIFE TO THE FULLEST. HIS SMILE AND LAUGHTER WILL ALWAYS BE FELT IN MY HEART. I KNOW HIS LIFE HAS JUST BEGUN. WE WILL MISS HIM BUT, WE WILL SEE HIM AGAIN IN GLORY. I ASK GOD TO COMFORT DIANNE AND DAVID, ERIN AND ETHAN IN THE DAYS AHEAD.

WAYNE'S IMMMEDIATE FAMILY COULD NOT ATTEND HIS SERVICE IN MIDLAND, TEXAS SO A MEMORIAL SERVICE WAS HELD IN MEMORY OF HIM AT ZENORIA BAPTIST CHURCH, GEORGETOWN, LA.

Kim Ivey

October 21, 2005

Wayne was a good man and a great addition to our family. He always had a smile on his face, even during the difficult times. He said he was ready to dance with the angels and now he is. I will miss him and remember him fondly. He was my favorite brother in law. God Bless him and all the lives he touched.

Barbara Robinson

October 21, 2005

"Nothing in my hands I bring, simply to thy cross I cling....." Wayne understood these words from an old hymn and he was a wonderful testimony of God's perfect love. He will be greatly missed. I am blessed to have known him. I love you Dianne and praying for you daily.

Pamela Allen

October 19, 2005

May God be with you and hold you in his arms. He had a plan for Wayne to take him from his pain and suffering. Wayne was a wonderful man and will be missed. My love to you and your family and let us know if you need anything.

Brenda Baxter

October 18, 2005

Diane, I am sorry to Wayne is gone . I am glad that he is resting in peace with no more sufering . God is taking care of him . I pray for u and family. smile Hugs Brenda

Karen Aleman

October 18, 2005

Dianne & Family,

As you know we all loved Wayne dearly and will miss him so much. I am just happy that he was a part of our lives for so long. I will keep praying for ya'll and call if you need me. XOXOXO

junior ezell

October 17, 2005

Diane I am so sorry to hear Wayne is gone , but we all know he is in a much better place. where he will feel no more pain. My prayer are with you and David. Waynewas like a brother to me we were really close while growing up. sorry I could not attend the furnel .

barbara jatzlau

October 17, 2005

dearly diana and family,

sorry about wayne.. god took him to enter best home in heaven.. no more pain and suffer.. he is happy to get peaces from sickness... we love you and family as family .....i hope diana get strong lady ......ily, barbara

Judy Barbour

October 17, 2005

Diane, my thoughts and prayers are with you and David. I will miss him dearly. He was like a brother to me. But I am glad that he is not dealing with his medical problems anymore and he is resting peacefully in Heaven. I am glad that I got to spend some time with him beore he got so sick and really have a good visit with him. God Bless you and your family. Love, Judy

Thelma Covello

October 16, 2005

I knew Wayne at L.S.D. in Baton Rouge, LA and I am sorry that he is gone but I am happy that he is resting in peace with no more suffering. I pray for his wife,Dianne and his family from us. Wayne had been attended to the Alexandria Deaf Senior Citizen with us before he moved to Midland, Texas and we will always remember him and missed him. He was a nice fellow to remember. God bless Diane and his families. Hugs, Thelma and Joe

Tracy Robinson

October 16, 2005

Wayne was a wonderful man and a brother in law. We used to work together. I will always remember him. I am glad that he is with God where he will enjoy his lifetime. I will miss him dearly and cherish our family memories together. May God be with him and bless his family. I love you, Wayne.

CHERYL ZELLERS

October 16, 2005

OUR DEEPEST SYMPATHY GOES OUT TO DIANE AND ALL OF THE EXTENDED FAMILY. I KNOW WAYNE WILL BE GREATLY MISSED, BUT GLAD HE IS IN A BETTER PLACE. WE WILL KEEP THE ENTIRE FAMILY IN OUR PRAYERS, SINCERELY,

THE ZELLERS FAMILY

PENNY (MC KENNA) LAMB

October 15, 2005

MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY FOR LOSS OF WAYNE COCKERHAM AS GOD IS TAKING GOOD CARE OF HIM I WILL BE PRAYING AND THOUGHT OF YOU ALL IN MY HEART I SURELY MISS HIM HE WAS SO A GREAT GUY AND VERY KIND AND GOOD HUSBAND TO DIANNE GOD BLESS YOU ALL CLASS OF 66 PENNY (MC KENNA) LAMB ILY

Mandi Shuler

October 14, 2005

It is a sad time for us all to see Wayne go but we now know that he is in a better place and he is full of happiness and feels no pain. Wayne said in the hospital the last time he was in LA that "The Lord has a purpose for this and Jesus will take care of me." We just have to remember his words now and find comfort in them. We'll be praying for Diane, David & the entire family.

Love,

Mandi & Bubba

Gene and Brenda Amons

October 14, 2005

We miss him and know him at deaf school and old dorm and outdoor sports. We know he is now in peace. We want to say to his wife Dianne and his son David and the other families that who loss him that we are sorry and now we knew he is now gone in heaven and be with Jesus. The Amons

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