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William Cochran Obituary
A 1969 graduate of Conroe High School where he served as class president. He was a member of the schools FFA and NHS-and the school's first Tiger Mascot-Bill earned his Bachelor's of Business Administration in General Business from Sam Houston State University in 1973.
Bill began working at his family's downtown store, Cochran's, at age 12 and later opened his Allstate Insurance Agency in the same building in the heart of downtown Conroe. Known for his warmth and charisma, Bill made every visitor feel like a friend and you'd find yourself staying at his desk longer than you expected. Bill also had an extensive career in real estate for over forty years.
He dedicated much of his life to public service and community involvement with great pride, serving on the Conroe City Council, participating in the Conroe Jaycees, Sunday School leadership, Conroe Rotary, The Samuel McKay Everett Foundation, Montgomery County Fair Association, Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo, and the United Merchants of Conroe. He helped create the Conroe Little League and coached for many years, and he served nearly 20 years as President of the Conroe High School Alumni Association, fostering connections across generations.
Bill was preceded in death by his parents, William Terrell Cochran Sr. and Jacqueline Cochran.
Bill is survived by his wife of 45 years, Kimberly Layne Cochran; daughter Robin Cochran Rickwalt, daughter of Susie Kammen; sons William "Buddy" Cochran (Sandy), and Jackson Cochran (Heather); five grandchildren with his first grandson expected in March of 2026.
Bill will be remembered for his kindness, generosity, dedication, and the lasting impact he made on the city he loved so dearly.
Funeral Services will be held on Wednesday, Dec. 17, 2025 at 1:00 p.m. in The Chapel at Conroe Funeral Directors. Interment will follow in Conroe Memorial Park. The visitation will be held one hour prior to the funeral service in The Chapel beginning at NOON.
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Jan Parker Dial
December 27, 2025
Oh, I hate this. Bill was always kind took a minute to visit and catch up when we ran into each other. He was selfless in working to make Conroe and Montgomery County a better place.
Sherry Sellers Vinson
December 18, 2025
My husband, Tom, and I along with my sister and brother-in-law, Mark and Sandy Cawley, and my brother and sister-in-law, Rob and Shelli Sellers, are praying for comfort for Bill's family. We continue to appreciate the wonderful way Bill served our parents, Bob and Evelyn Sellers, during their lifetimes. Our father, Bob, always wanted Bill Jr to measure him for suit and trouser alterations during the days Cochrans was open, saying Bill Jr was the best. We also continue to appreciate what Bill did over the years for the city of Conroe and Conroe High School.
Sandra Whisenhunt Walker
December 16, 2025
Bill was a good friend and a Roaring Conroe Tiger. He called and his friend would start the first CHS Friends and graduated from Conroe High to start the first CHS fundraiser for those who gratitude to further their education by giving students to continue with their dreams. Every year we raised more funds and gave the money out all that year we raised money and start over every year. The group started small, but grew hope it always continues. The Tiger in front of Conroe High was donated by graduates for a memorial for Coach Spikes who also gave his life just like Bill. We will miss our dear friend Tigers stand and Roar.
HUGH POINDEXTER
December 15, 2025
HE WAS A SPECIAL PERSON--HE WAS A GOOD PERSON--ALWAYS ENJOYED SEEING HIM IN THE OFFICE---DR POINDEXTER
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Frank Gray
December 15, 2025
I met Bill at work, but he quickly became a good friend. He always had a kind word. Through tough times he was loyal and steadfast. He always showed up because he wanted to be part of what was happening. I called him "Woodlands Royalty" and he loved that. I miss him dearly.
David Walker
December 14, 2025
Bill was certainly a fixture in Conroe's business, government and community scene. His friendly smile and clever sense of humor were always evident. It was a treat to encounter him downtown; he was never too busy to share a kind word and brighten one's day. I am sad to learn of his passing.
John Reaves
December 11, 2025
Lifetime friend. Deepest condolences to family!
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