Robert Cochran
January 31, 1932 ~ May 24, 2016
Resided in:
Pueblo, CO
Robert E. Cochran, 84, passed away peacefully May 24, 2016. Born Jan. 31, 1932, to Homer and Pauline Cochran. Survived by his loving wife of 63 years, Margaret 'Peggy Lee.' Bob loved his family and children, Ginger Strait (Grant Cicerelli), Robert 'Rusty' E. Cochran (Eileen Benton), Becky (Kevin) Treanor and Kelly (Gary) Sefcovic. Bob was especially proud of his nine grandchildren, Andrew and Matt Tomko, Brittany Campbell, Mike and Seth Cochran, Sean and Ryan Treanor and Rachel and Vincent Sefcovic; and one great grandchild, Jeremy James Tomko. Also survived by his sisters, Nadine and Marion. Preceded in death by his parents; and brother, James. Bob was born and raised in Pueblo. He graduated from Centennial High School in 1950 and attended SCSC earning an engineering degree. He loved baseball and played, coached or commented on coaching his entire life. Bob played semi-pro baseball for Broderick & Gibbons and was drafted by the Chicago White Sox. He was an avid tennis player and mentored many young players throughout the years. Bob was a passionate athlete and relished competition in all his varied sporting activities. Bob worked at Broderick & Gibbons Asphalt Paving for 43 years working his way to Field Superintendent. He retired in 1994, got his Real Estate license and proudly went to work for Jones-Healy Real Estate up until his last sunset. He was a devoted and loving husband, father, grandfather and great grandfather. He delighted in all his grandchildren and great-grandchild, never missing a baseball, football game or any other activity that they were involved in. He will be greeted by his loving family and all his furry friends when he reaches heaven and missed dearly by those he left behind. A big thank you to everybody at Bonaventure Senior Living and Sangre de Cristo Hospice for the care that you gave Bob. Cremation, Montgomery & Steward Crematorium. Memorial service, 2:00 p.m. Tuesday, May 31, 2016, in the Montgomery & Steward Chapel. Donations may be made to Sangre de Cristo Hospice through Montgomery & Steward Funeral Directors, 1317 N. Main St., Pueblo, CO 81003. Online condolences, www.montgomerysteward.com
Peggy and family – I am so sorry for your loss. Oh the memories of growing up with rhe Cochrans for neighbors. Was a joy to visit with Ginger, recently and talk about memories past. Thinking fondly of all of you. Norma Smith Gwartney and Jack
So very sorry to hearing of Bob/s passing. He and his wife were neighbors of ours on Bonforte. We enjoyed our visits and especially our talks about out furry friends. I volunteered with Peg at Parkview for many years. They were a lovely family. In Sympathy, Bob and Claudette Milisavljevich
Mrs. Cochran, Rusty and Family, please accept our condolences for your loss. Mr. Cochran was a great mentor when I was hanging out with Rusty during our school years. I can remember how hard he worked out in the garage using the free weights. His extensive knowledge of sports was especially helpful as he often offered advice to me whether I was playing baseball. softball or basketball. I always enjoyed talking with Bob and Peggy when I would run into them around town. We will be out of state and unable to attend Bob’s service but please be assured that all of the Cochran family will be in our thoughts and prayers. God Bless! Steve and Bert Luna
My deepest sympathy to all the Cochran family. Bob was such an inspiration to me as a young boy . Bob was my neighbor and took the time to help me learn how to pitch a baseball. I would pitch and he would catch and give me pointers. His enthusiasm to work with me on many occasions inspired me to learn so much more about the game of baseball and he was such a big factor in my success as a little leaguer in the Old Timers Baseball Association and later pitching in high school. That inspiration from Bob is still there as I continue to play competitive softball on a 70 year old major team in Southern California.
As a young boy Bob was such a special role model to me as well as a very talented baseball player.
May God bless you Bob and I thank you for making baseball and softball so special in my life.
Corky Bird (Neighbors on Norwood and Cody 1950s. )
To the Cochran family, I am sorry to hear that Bob has past away. Although several years have passed since I had last seen him I feel some of that emptiness that I know you all feel. Bob was a great guy and I always enjoyed talking and working on things with him. God bless you all.
Oh, Peggy Lee, we’re so sorry to hear this news. May God be with you in these days, as you’re always in our thoughts. Jim & cousin Mary Holmes
My prayers and warm thoughts for the family at this very difficult time.
Our Sincere Condolences Peggy to you and your Family! I. We were shocked to hear of Bob\’s passing. Bob truly was a Wonderful person, he helped us tremendously finding and buying our homes, we will truly miss him! ! God Bless Peggy and Family!! !
Yvonne & Gary Trujillo n Family