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Otis Cochran Obituary
Otis V. Cochran Jr.
SCHERERVILLE, IN - Otis V. Cochran Jr., age 88, of Schererville, IN, passed away peacefully Friday, May 7, 2021. Beloved husband of Dorothy K. Cochran, nee Mullins. Loving father of Otis (Dianne) Cochran, William (Dana) Cochran, Kathy Marie (William) Wachter, and the late Michael Cochran. Proud grandpa of four, and one late granddaughter; and great-grandpa of three. Kind uncle of many nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by his parents, Otis V. Sr. and Mildred Cochran; one brother; and three sisters.
Visitation Tuesday, May 11, 2021 from 3:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. (masks please) Prayer service Wednesday, May 12, 2021 at 9:30 a.m. from SMITS FUNERAL HOME 2121 Pleasant Springs Lane (Rt.30/Pleasant Springs Ln.) Dyer, IN, to St. Michael the Archangel Church (masks required) One E. Wilhelm St. Schererville, IN, for a 10:30 a.m. Mass of Christian Burial, with Rev. Marty Dobrzynski officiating. Interment Calumet Park Cemetery – Merrillville, IN. Memorial donations to Hospice of the Calumet Area or St. Michael the Archangel Good Samaritans, greatly appreciated. For further information, please contact 219-322-7300 or we encourage you to leave a condolence for the family on our online guestbook at www.SMITSFH.com
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Memories and Condolences
for Otis Cochran
Bill&Kathie Sanders
June 2, 2021
Godspeed Otis, we will both miss you and your advice at the Trap Club
Martin Colbert
May 14, 2021
I met Otis at a young age as I became introduced to trapshooting. As a new shooter Otis was a BIG inspiration to me although sadly, I never told him. Some of my fondest memories were around him at the local Turkey Shoots, State Shoots, and Grand American. Otis was a fierce competitor, mentor, and a jokester. But I admire him for being a true gentleman and an ambassador to the shooting sports. I will miss him dearly. I was very close to my father as were his children to him. My prayers to all through this most difficult time.
Angie & Dan Wachter
May 12, 2021
Sending love and prayers♥♥
Alan Czajka
May 12, 2021
Our deepest condolences to the whole family during this difficult time. Otis and you all, are in our prayers. God bless you. Alan & Meriam Czajka
Raymond Meder
May 11, 2021
The Special people in our lives are really never gone. They have a cherished place in our hearts where they will always be remembered for the love they shared and the happiness they brought. We are thinking of you with the passing of Otis and hoping you will find comfort in your special memories.
Ray and Marilyn Meder (Dianne's Dad & Wife)
butch massa
May 11, 2021
My condolences to the family. I remember Mr. Cochran when he used to umpire the American Legion games. He was a quality person and a very fine umpire.
scott
May 10, 2021
rest in peace
Darrell Jones
May 10, 2021
RIP Otis. I always enjoyed umpiring with you!
Gene Bartok
May 10, 2021
Willie, Otis and Dorothy, We are so sorry for your loss. May he rest in peace.
Steve Langbeen
May 10, 2021
My deepest sympathy to the Cochran family
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