John William Cochran, 92, of Green Oaks, Illinois passed away peacefully on October 28, 2024 at his daughter and son in law's home surrounded by loved ones. He was born in Akron, Ohio on November 11, 1931, to the late Remus and Ethel Cochran (nee Waugh). John was preceded in death by his sister, Alice Laube.

John will be dearly missed by his family. Loving father of Laura Cochran Barney (Gene); cherished grandfather of Michelle Stevens, Chandler Stevens, and Paige Stevens; caring uncle of Harold Laube (Michele), Dianne Chapman (Paul), Janice Hudson (Jon) and Craig Laube (Anna Maria); great uncle of Brandon Laube (Lindsey), Evan Laube (Cassie), Brett Laube (Amanda), Gabe Chapman, Ryan Chapman (Susannah), Allicen Lottes (Dave), Ashley Hubbard (Colin), Courtney Fox (James), Jay Hudson (Brianna), Elyse McGraw (Glen); great-great uncle of Addison, Emma, Aiden, Callie, Cavin, Holden, Graham, Elizabeth, Katherine, Colin, Crawford, Kennedy, Ian, Skyler, Isla and a host of extended family and dear friends. Also, wife Carolyn.

A memory his grandchildren have is going to the Oshkosh air shows. Also, almost once a week John would drive to the grandchildren's schools starting in elementary school up to high school and take them out to lunch. His daughter remembers playing chess, shooting pool, playing Monopoly, golfing and vacations all over the US with John.

John could tell jokes all night long. He loved to travel. England, Hong Kong, South Korea, Japan, Taiwan, Ireland, France and his favorite Scotland. He also visited 49 states.

John dedicated 47 years of his life to working at Walgreens. He started out as a clerk in the stores and moved up to Store Manager, opening up many stores around the country.  At the end of his career he was the Senior Seasonal Buyer working out of the Walgreens corporate office. He also served in the Airforce and loved his country.

John was proud of his West Virginia roots. His grandfather Lincoln (Link) Cochran was the sheriff of Pocahontas County as was his Uncle Clyde Cochran. Graveside service will be held on Saturday, November 9, 2024 at 12 noon at Crown Hill Cemetery, 8592 Darrow Road, Twinsburg, Ohio 44087.

In Lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Wounded Warrior Project.