John William "Billy" Cochran, 76, of Norborne, MO died Thursday, March 15, 2018 at his home.

Billy was born on November 2, 1941 in Byron, AR to John Virgil and Estell (Bray) Cochran. He married Darlene Koch of Marshall, MO on August 4, 1962. She preceded him in death on May 30, 2004.

Survivors include; one son and daughter-in-law, Keith and Kim Cochran of Richmond; two daughters and one son-in-law, Leah Cochran of Kansas City, MO and Melissa and Ron Canupp of Wichita, KS; three sisters, Maybelle Bevers of Knoxville, TN, Ruth Ann Turner of Springdale, AR and Betty Harkleroad of Richardson, TX; 10 grandchildren, Warren, Caitlin and Hannah Cochran, Elizabeth and Emma Shoemaker, Abby Canupp, Codey Webb, Mariah Webb, Blakely and Sierra Canupp.

In addition to his parents and wife, Billy was preceded in death by one son, Donald Joseph Cochran; two brothers, Glen Cochran and Bobby Rex "Cotton" Cochran; and two sisters, Mary Inelle O'Neil and Millie Rash.

Billy was a hard worker and had many jobs and business ventures over the years.   He was a United Parcel Service, UPS truck driver for 30 years retiring in 1996.  He also was a hobby farmer and enjoyed raising animals on his acreage.  Most of all he was #1 Grandpa to his grandchildren.

The family suggests memorial contributions be made to the Donor's choice.

Visitation will be held on Monday, March 19, 2018 from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Thurman Funeral Home in Richmond. Graveside service will be held on Tuesday, March 20, 2018 at 11:00 a.m. at the Sunny Slope Cemetery in Richmond. Online condolences may be left on our website at www.thurmanfuneralhome.com