William "Curtis" Cochran, Sr., 86, of 702 James Street, passed away Wednesday night, March 16, 2011 at Morehead Memorial Hospital. A graveside service will be held at 2 pm on Saturday, March 19, at Danview Cemetery in Eden. Mr. Cochran was born September 27, 1924 in Pageton, WV, son of the late Wallace Windom and Alice Hopkins Cochran. He was a US Army Air Corp veteran. Mr. Cochran was a retiree of Fieldcrest Mills and was the former owner and operator of Draper Curb Market. He was also a retired volunteer fireman for Draper Volunteer Fire Department. Surviving is his wife, Irene Wilson Cochran of the home; daughter, Jean Ray and husband, James of Chattanooga, TN; two sons, William "Bill" Cochran, Jr. and Tim Cochran, both of Eden; step-son, David Haley of Gastonia; 10 grandchildren, 18 great-grandchildren; four sisters, Sylvia Squires of Stokesdale, Lenora Salmons and husband, Doby of Collinsville, VA, Goldie Pruitt of Eden, and Louise Weddle of Eden; sisters-in-law, Estelle Sartin of Burlington and Kathy Funderburk of Eden; several nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his first wife, Audrey Funderburk Cochran; and two brothers, Virgil and Kermit Cochran. The family will receive friends Friday evening, 6 - 8 PM at Fair Funeral Home and other times at the home of the sons, 1912 Fourth Avenue in Eden. Memorial contributions may be made to Draper Volunteer Fire Department, 1431 Fieldcrest Road, Eden, NC 27288. Online condolences may be offered to the family at www.fairfuneralhome.com
It was such a joy to visit with you and Curtis a few weeks ago. May the peace of the Lord take you thru the days ahead.
Buzzy Lawson
Dear Louise and family. I am very sorry to hear about your brother. I'm sorry I cannot visit at this time, but will keep you in my thoughts and prayers. Love,Irene
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I was saddened to hear about Curtis's death. I met him when I was a patient at the Brian Center. He would come and we would play BINGO in the cafeteria. My prayers amd thoughts are with you.
Karen Robertson
Dear Irene, I am so sorry to hear of the passing of your husband. Praying that you will trust in your Savior, Jesus Christ. Draw closer to Him and Heavenly Father. They are so near. They love you. I love you. Brenda
Brenda W. Brown
It was truly my pleasure to have known Curtis. I first met him when I worked at the Brian Center. He always greeted me with that warm smile and a big hug. God's grace is truly sufficient and I pray that it carries you through the coming days.
Erica East
Dear Irene and Family, I am so sorry to hear about Curtis. You all are in my prayers and thoughts.God bless.
cindyslaughter
To the family of my dear Uncle Curtis I wish to express my sadness in his passing. I remember him fondly. My prayers are with each one of you in your time of sorrow. Proverbs 3: 5 & 6
Marie Slate
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