Obituary for John Morton Cochrane
Cochrane, John Morton
February 15, 1926 - December 30, 2022
Passed away peacefully at Park Lane Terrace, Paris, on Friday, December 30, 2022, in his 97th year with his children by his side.
Beloved husband of the late Sarah (nee McWhirter – 2012) for 64 years: Dearly loved father of Deborah Aitkin (Stuart), Ross Cochrane (Susan) and Jane Stockdale (Jeff): Cherished grandfather of Robert Aitkin (Kristin), Andrew Aitkin (Melanie), Graham Cochrane (Mila), Lisa Zwicker (Adam), Karen Morgan (Rushan), Sarah Jane Casburn (James) and Ryan Stockdale (Julie): Great grandfather of Hannah and Emily Casburn, Caroline Stockdale, and Nathan and Nolan Morgan.
Uncle John will be sadly missed by his nieces and nephews: Carolyn Stratford, George Cochrane, Mary Ann Donovan, Ronald Cochrane, Doug Cochrane, Dianne Woodward and their families.
Predeceased by his parents Ernest and Margaret Cochrane, sister Mary Donovan (Les), and brothers, Alden (Elizabeth), and George (Madeline).
In the 1950s, John was known as “the film man” for the Brant County Board of Education, becoming a principal at several schools and then completing his fulfilling career working with special needs children until he retired in 1985. John was a lifetime elder and active member at Central Presbyterian Church in Brantford. In retirement, John was a very active volunteer for several charities including the Red Cross Meals on Wheels, the Bible Society and the Blessing Centre. He also found time to learn to play the violin and enjoyed attending fiddle camps in Shelburne. John was never happier than when he was travelling with Sarah, or when arranging special educational family events for his grandchildren, especially on Canada Day. John’s deep faith in God and immeasurable gratitude for both his life and for other people became inspirational blessings to his whole family.
John’s family would like to extend their sincere appreciation to all of the kind and thoughtful caregivers on the Grand River and Twin River units at Park Lane Terrace for treating John like their own family member.
Visitation at the Wm. Kipp Funeral Home, 184 Grand River St. N. on Friday, January 6, 2023 from 12-2 PM. Service at 2:00 PM., followed by a time of fellowship and refreshments. Spring Interment Ayr Cemetery.
Donations in John’s memory may be made to the Brantford Food Bank, the Brantford SPCA or the charity of your choice.
Online condolences and donations may be arranged through www.wmkippfuneralhome.com or by contacting WM. Kipp 519 442 3061
February 15, 1926 - December 30, 2022
Passed away peacefully at Park Lane Terrace, Paris, on Friday, December 30, 2022, in his 97th year with his children by his side.
Beloved husband of the late Sarah (nee McWhirter – 2012) for 64 years: Dearly loved father of Deborah Aitkin (Stuart), Ross Cochrane (Susan) and Jane Stockdale (Jeff): Cherished grandfather of Robert Aitkin (Kristin), Andrew Aitkin (Melanie), Graham Cochrane (Mila), Lisa Zwicker (Adam), Karen Morgan (Rushan), Sarah Jane Casburn (James) and Ryan Stockdale (Julie): Great grandfather of Hannah and Emily Casburn, Caroline Stockdale, and Nathan and Nolan Morgan.
Uncle John will be sadly missed by his nieces and nephews: Carolyn Stratford, George Cochrane, Mary Ann Donovan, Ronald Cochrane, Doug Cochrane, Dianne Woodward and their families.
Predeceased by his parents Ernest and Margaret Cochrane, sister Mary Donovan (Les), and brothers, Alden (Elizabeth), and George (Madeline).
In the 1950s, John was known as “the film man” for the Brant County Board of Education, becoming a principal at several schools and then completing his fulfilling career working with special needs children until he retired in 1985. John was a lifetime elder and active member at Central Presbyterian Church in Brantford. In retirement, John was a very active volunteer for several charities including the Red Cross Meals on Wheels, the Bible Society and the Blessing Centre. He also found time to learn to play the violin and enjoyed attending fiddle camps in Shelburne. John was never happier than when he was travelling with Sarah, or when arranging special educational family events for his grandchildren, especially on Canada Day. John’s deep faith in God and immeasurable gratitude for both his life and for other people became inspirational blessings to his whole family.
John’s family would like to extend their sincere appreciation to all of the kind and thoughtful caregivers on the Grand River and Twin River units at Park Lane Terrace for treating John like their own family member.
Visitation at the Wm. Kipp Funeral Home, 184 Grand River St. N. on Friday, January 6, 2023 from 12-2 PM. Service at 2:00 PM., followed by a time of fellowship and refreshments. Spring Interment Ayr Cemetery.
Donations in John’s memory may be made to the Brantford Food Bank, the Brantford SPCA or the charity of your choice.
Online condolences and donations may be arranged through www.wmkippfuneralhome.com or by contacting WM. Kipp 519 442 3061