Joel Patrick Cochran
October 8, 1973 - December 5, 2021
Joel Patrick Cochran, 48, of Valparaiso, IN passed away Sunday, December 5, 2021 surrounded by his loving family. Joel is survived by his two children Claire and Keegan Cochran of Kouts, IN; Parents: Floyd Jr. & Janet Cochran of Porter, IN; Siblings: Floyd III (Kristin) Cochran, of Superior, WI, Michael(Pamela) Cochran of Valparaiso, IN, Cynthia (Paul) Napier of Chesterton, IN, Jennifer (Rex) Hayes of Dawsonville, GA; Nieces: Kylie Cochran, Bethany(Grant) Norris ; Nephews: Sean Cochran, Jordan Napier, Nathan Napier, Logan Hayes, Kyle Hayes, Wyatt Hayes; Fiancée: Tricia Brownfield and her sons AJ and Elijah. Joel graduated from Chesterton High School in 1991. He worked for the City of Valparaiso for 18 years. Joel was an avid sports lover of the Bulls, Da-Bears, golf, and softball. Joel was a giant teddy bear with an infectious smile who loved spending his free time with his friends and family. He will be greatly missed. Visitation will be held on Thursday, December 9, 2021 from 4pm until 8pm at Edmonds & Evans Funeral Home, 517 Broadway, Chesterton, Indiana 46304. Masks are recommended per the family's request. Private burial will take place at Graceland Cemetery, Valparaiso, Indiana.
Joel Patrick Cochran, 48, of Valparaiso, IN passed away Sunday, December 5, 2021 surrounded by his loving family. Joel is survived by his two children Claire and Keegan Cochran of Kouts, IN; Parents: Floyd Jr. & Janet Cochran of Porter, IN;... View Obituary & Service Information