Obituary of Don Cochran

Donald Wayne Cochran passed away peacefully on July 31, 2023 at the Saskatoon Convalescent Home.  He passed while holding the hand of his loving wife, Louise.  A beloved husband, father and friend to everyone he met. He was an honest and caring individual who never met a stranger. 

Don was born February 21, 1936, in Hanna Alberta and attended the University of Saskatchewan where he met the love of his life, Louise.  Together they walked through life sharing both the burdens and joys. They raised their children in Saskatoon and later moved to North Battleford, Turtle Lake and eventually settled in Radisson.  During his senior years, Don enjoyed wood working and visiting with friends often hosting dinner at their home.  Don was well known for his engaging smile and always being a gentleman. 

Donald was predeceased by his mother Bernice, father Percy and his stepmother Dorothy; his brothers Gordon, William, Robert, and James. He was survived by his wife, Louise and their three children Paul Cochran and wife Rosemary Spurll and their children Rafael Munoz and his partner Courtney Ackland and Gaun Cochran and his wife Chen-Wen Tsai; Murney Rinholm and her husband Brent and their children Ty Rinholm and wife Courtney Dupper and Atle Rinholm; Gaun Cochran and wife Holly. 

A Celebration of Don’s Life will be held on Thursday, August 3, 2023 at 2:00 pm at the Edwards Family Centre (333 – 4^th Avenue North, Saskatoon).  Courtesy parking at Saskatoon Funeral Home directly across the street. 

Memorial donations in Don’s memory may be directed to Emanuel Syndrome at www.emanuelsyndrome.org.