William J "Bill" Cochran

William James "Bill" Cochran, age 78, of Elwood, passed away on Tuesday, December 9, 2014 at St. Vincent Mercy Hospital following an extended illness.Bill was born on July 21, 1936, in Darfork, KY to the late Willie and Vernie (Collins) Cochran.He was a veteran of the United States Army, during the Korean War.Bill retired in 1998 from British Petroleum of St. Charles, IL as a plant manager.He had also worked for General Tire of Marion for 20 years as a supervisor.
Bill surviving family includes his wife whom he married on July 19, 1982, Sheila (Gray) Cochran of Elwood, two daughters, Leona Jean Young of NY and Melissa (Travis) Bennett of Elwood, Son, Andrew Cochran of Elwood, three grandchildren, Skylar & Annabelle Bennett, and LeannaRae Gillis, and aSister, Jeanette Jones of Buland, KY.

Bill's wishes were to have no services cremation was chosen. Memorial contributions may be made to the donors choice. Arrangements have been entrusted with Dunnichay Funeral Home of Elwood.

Online condolences can be given at www.dunnichayfuneralhome.com