Paul Roy Cochran

1932 - 2013

Paul Roy Cochran obituary, 1932-2013, Bakersfield, CA

BORN

1932

DIED

2013

FUNERAL HOME

Mish Funeral Home Oildale

120 Minner Ave

Bakersfield, California

Paul Cochran Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Sep. 3, 2013.

Visitation for Paul Roy Cochran will be held at Mish Funeral Home (120 Minner Ave.) on Saturday, September 7, 2013 from 12:00 noon to 4:00 p.m. and a graveside service will be held on Tuesday, September 10, 2013 at 9:15 a.m. at the Bakersfield National Cemetery in Arvin.

Paul Roy Cochran is survived by his wife of 61 years, Patty Jean Cochran; sons and daughters-in-law, Michael David and Christine Cochran; and Keith Dale and Cindra Cochran; sisters Betty Roberts and Sherry Lynette Stricklind; 4 grandchildren and 1 great grandchild.

Paul was a veteran of the U.S. Air Force during the Korean Conflict. He met and married the love of his life Patty Jean Williams and together had 2 sons. After his years of service, he began a career as an industrial sales rep. His career caused him to move his family to many places, but always returning to his hometown Bakersfield. Paul played the base fiddle in a cowboy band and loved ole time gospel music. He enjoyed playing softball on a Christian league; and supported his sons playing baseball as well. He was a collector of belt buckles and also volunteered at the Veterans Hospital here in Bakersfield. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Veterans Hospital.

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September 10, 2013

Dale & Kim Docken

We are very sorry to hear of Paul's passing, but rejoice with you all that he is now with our Lord & Savior. Patty, Mike & Keith, I remember all those good times we had together so many years ago. Thinking about you and praying that the Lord gives you His peace and strength.

September 6, 2013

Sorry to learn of Paul's passing. Patty, I have thought of the good times we had as teenagers in Lamont. Thanks for those. Remember there is no sorrow that heaven cannot heal. You will rejoice together in heaven.. Love, Rachel Hoos Herrgord Roseville, CA.

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