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Bertha Cockerl Obituary
Mrs. Cockerl taught a total of 33 years in the Rowan County Public School System at both West Rowan High and East Rowan High Schools. Yvonne received many awards and recognitions during her teaching career. In 1995, she was selected by the North Carolina Center for Advancement of Teaching to attend the Waterfalls Conference at Western Carolina University in Cullowhee, NC.
Beyond her teaching career, Mrs. Cockerl was a remarkable Entrepreneur. After her retirement, she started Main Street Café, a catering business and sandwich shop in downtown Salisbury. Mrs. Cockerl was also involved in the personal health care business with her husband, Robert Cockerl, Jr.
Yvonne, as she was affectionately called, loved to travel with her husband. The couple explored nearly all the 50 states in their motorhome. They also visited Hawaii and Puerto Rico several times. Her love for travel was matched only by her appreciation for the beauty of the world and the joy of sharing those experiences with loved ones.
Among those who remain to celebrate her life and honor her memory are her loving husband of 59 years, Robert Cockerl, Jr; her daughter and sons Jeffrey B. Cockerl, Michael Todd (Latoya) Cockerl and Tashia E. Cockerl; sisters, Jean C. Brown, Barbara A. Correll, Dawn C. (Christopher) Alexander; brother, George K. (Carolyn) Correll; and a host of nieces, nephews, relatives, and friends.
Lovingly submitted by the family.
Arrangements: Services will be Friday, October 10, 2025 at Salisbury Seventh-Day Adventist Church, 305 Rudolph Road, Salisbury, with Visitation at 12:30 pm and Funeral at 1:00 pm. Interment following service in City Memorial Park. Pastor Scottie Deal, Officiating/Eulogist.
Noble and Kelsey Funeral Home, Inc. is assisting the Cockerl family. Online condolences may be sent to nobleandkelsey.com.
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Lisa Thomason
Yesterday
Ms. Cockeral was one of my favorite teachers! She seemed to have endless patience for her students. Thinking of the family !
Carie Davis
October 8, 2025
I remember Mrs. Cockerl teaching my advanced biology class in the ninth grade at East Rowan. She was a wonderful teacher and will be truly missed. My thoughts and prayers are with the family.
Mark Miller
October 8, 2025
Mr. Cockerl & family, I´m so sorry to hear of Mrs. Cockerl´s passing. She was such a wonderful science teacher, always had a warm kind heart, & encouraged her students to learn about the world surrounding us. As a former student more than 50 years ago, I always remember her of one my favorite teachers at WRHS. Prayers going your ways for comfort, strength & peace from the Lord as you remember all the good Mrs Cockerl did for you & others. Gratefully & prayerfully, Mark
Nicole Blackwelder Hutto
October 8, 2025
Mrs. Cockerl was the sweetest teacher. I have such fond memories of her teaching my 9th grade Physical Science class. I remember her beautiful smile like it was yesterday. She will be missed by many. So sorry for your loss.
Lori
October 7, 2025
Mrs Cockerl was one of favorite teachers. She was my biology teacher at WRHS. Her life is described life she lived life to the fullest while exploring all new places and experiences She had a great life and was a wonderful person. Prayers for her family´s loss.
Monika Bigsby
October 7, 2025
I am saddened to read this . Mrs. Cockerl was a fine lady and a great teacher.
James Miles
October 7, 2025
Condolences to the family new Miss Cockrell Interacted with her very sweet very pleasant never had the opportunity to be in her class, but what I heard and what I saw I knew she was a phenomenal teacher.
Patti Blue
October 7, 2025
Prayers for the family
Cedric Hall
October 6, 2025
Sending my condolences and prayers. Much love to the family from the Hawkinstown community.
Jeffrey Byers
October 6, 2025
Ms Cockerl was a good mother, teacher, neighbor and good example for the community. Mr. Cockrell, Jeff, Todd, and Tasha you have my condolences.
Brenda Venning
October 6, 2025
Nat and I offer our sincere condolences and prayers to your family Brenda and Nat Venning
Miller & Dummett Family (Arthur, Jean, Stephanie, Aretha, Brittney & Briana
October 6, 2025
We are so sorry for your loss and are grateful to have known Yvonne. She was always a wonderful and sweet person. Thank you for sharing her with us. We are praying for all of you during this difficult time and know that God will give you the strength you need to continue on.
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