Robert E. “Bob” Cochrun, 74, of Wintersville, OH died Wednesday, December 5, 2012 at Valley Hospice North. He was born on June 25, 1938 a son of the late Howard and Geneatha Forsythe Albaugh. Bob was retired from Wheeling-Pittsburgh Steel as a millwright in the 80 inch. He served in the U.S. Army and was a member of Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church. Bob was the former mayor of Wintersville having served two terms 1996-2004 and was currently serving as a councilman in Wintersville. His many accomplishments include: Village of Wintersville Lifetime Achievement Award, Brooke, Hancock and Jefferson County Lifetime Achievement Award and a street in the Village of Wintersville named in his honor “Cochrun Lane”. Bob was always concerned about the citizens of Wintersville. He had heart, determination and spirit in all he did for the people of the village. Bob belonged to Sigma Beta Phi Fraternity, Blessed Sacrament Men’s Club, Ohio Municipal League and Democratic Party Executive Committee. He was a former member of Ohio Mayor’s Association and a former board member of the Community Action Council. Bob is survived by his wife of 32 years Lena Loretta Miller Cochrun; daughter Sheila (Jeff) Wajda of Bloomingdale, OH; sons Robert Cochrun of Bloomingdale, OH and Richard Cochrun of Strasburg, OH; daughter Michelle (Bradley) Paulman of Wintersville, OH; step-daughter Tamila (Mike) Clark of Mingo Junction, OH; step-sons Donald J. (Nana) Flinn of Atlantic City, NJ and Roger D. Flinn of Naperville, IL; sister Louann (John) Lawson of Wisconsin; 11 grandchildren and 7 great grandchildren. Friends may call at Dunlope-Shorac Funeral Home, 215 Fernwood Rd., Wintersville, OH on Sunday 2-4 and 6-8p.m., where funeral services will be held Monday, 10a.m. with Rev. Clint Quillen officiating. Burial will be private. Ohio Valley Veterans Memorial Squad will conduct services at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be made to: Wintersville Emergency Medical Squad.
09/03/2024
Babs Ferguson
Shiela,Robbie,Richy,and Michelle: Bob and I so sorry to hear of the loss of your Dad. I have been sick and was not able to be at the visitation. We have many happy memories of your chilhood days in the Garden. Your Dad was always a good neighbor and always concerned that we were aware of things affecting our neighborhood. The Wintersville Coucil has some pretty big shoes to fill--we will miss him. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Bob and Babs
09/03/2024
Judy Johnson & Family
Dear Michele, Sheila, Rob & Rich and all of your beautiful children. We are so sorry for the loss of your Father and Grandpa. All three of us are glad we have had the pleasure of knowing your Dad. The stories he would tell me & Curt at all those baseball & football games are endless. He never missed a game if he couldn't help it. I will forever have special and funny memories of him and he will always be 'Pop' to me. May you all be lifted up to our Heavenly Father for guidance in helping you through this grieving process. All our Love, Judy, Curt & Ryan Johnson
09/03/2024
David Holliday
My deepest sympathies go out to the family of Bob Cochrun. He was a great guy who I worked with at Wheeling -Pitt, as well as having for a mayor and councilman for many years. When you think "Wintersville", the first person you think of is, and always will be, Bob. He will be deeply missed. God Bless. David Holliday
09/03/2024
millie morelli
It was a pleasure to know Bob. He was always friendly and kind. He talked often about his children and it was easy to understand how much they meant to him. We need more people to be like him. Love to the family. The Vince Morelli family
09/03/2024
Roy and Barbara Pipo
Our sincere sympathy to Bob's family, prayers and thoughts are with you all at this time.
09/03/2024
Leanne Christoff Hershberger
So sorry for your loss
09/03/2024
Michelle Tedreau
Loretta, Mom and I send our deepest sympathies to you. May the memories you have live on inyour heart forever. Eternal rest to Bob and God bless you and your family at this very difficult time.
09/03/2024
Dee and John Petrella
Dear Loretta and Family, John and I are so sorry for your loss. We will truly miss Bob. I remember when Bob used to stop by Johns jobsite just to chat and catch up on what was going on with work. John doesn't stop working very often as you know but he would always enjoy Bobs visits. I am glad that he took the time. When I started the salon I would get my weekly visits from Bob during construction. He was the one person that stopped by the salon from start to finish to see the progress and cheer us on. Talking like a true councilman I can still hear him say "Gotta keep that business in Wintersville" I never told him how much it meant to me that he took the time to watch over us. He was truly our friend whether it was good or bad and we loved him. He was outspoken, determined, fair and most importantly loved "his" village.
09/03/2024
Clifford & Mary Conn
Cliff & I both send our prayers and thoughts your way. I know at a time like this, ' must be very hard on the family- Bob was a terrific guy - as we read in his obituary of how much he cared for his community,friends and work . Bob will be greatly missed by "Cliff"...They were friends for many many years.Cliff has alot of great memories to hold onto from the 80 inch ... Cliff & I both ,feel very saddened by Bobs passing God Bless Clifford Conn Family
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