Anne B. COCHRAN

COCHRAN, Anne B. 2008-07-31 After a long life, Anne Cochran‘s courageous, indefatigable Spirit was freed from the shackles of her failed body as she passed from this life on July 16, 2008 at her residence in Pioneer Ridge Nursing Home. She was the third daughter of Dossie and Malcolm Cochran, born and brought up in Thunder Bay. She is survived by her sisters, Mary B. Gray of Toronto and Susan Simonsen of Thunder Bay as well as by seven nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her parents, her sister Jane Jones of Dryden and her three bothers-in-law, Ross Gray of Toronto, Thomas S. Jones of Dryden and Leif Simonsen of Thunder Bay. Though never physically able to participate in many activities, her management of the family home, her involvement in support of the Anglican Church and her appreciation of classical music, made her a notable person beloved by many. She explained that because she always had to depend on help from others, she established two bursaries for the School of Social Work at Lakehead University as a tribute to the many professional health/social workers who enriched her life. Cremation has taken place and a Memorial Service to celebrate the life of Anne B. Cochran will take place on Saturday, August 2, 2008 at 11:00 a.m. in St. Michael & All Angels Anglican Church with Rev. Peter Smyth presiding. A reception will follow. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service at St. Michael‘s Anglican Church. Those wishing to commemorate Anne‘s memory may contribute to the Anne B. Cochran Bursaries, c/o Lakehead University or to the St. Michael‘s Church General Fund. Arrangements in care of the Sargent & Son Funeral Directors, 21 N. Court Street. On-line condolences may be made at www.sargentandson.com