Thomas LaVerne Cochran Jr.

A candle was lit by Frank (CallMeFrank) and Craig (Iggy Mom) on April 7, 2017 2:02 AM

A candle was lit by Craig, Margaret and the boys. A red one for your Vette on March 18, 2017 1:23 PM

A candle was lit by Jackie Watts (Jackie N Jake) on March 16, 2017 7:37 PM

A candle was lit by George Connell on March 16, 2017 6:50 PM

A candle was lit by pat bradford on March 16, 2017 9:29 AM

Message from William

Cousin Tommy was my favorite. We were born the same year. When my Mother would visit our Grandma Cochran, or his Mom, Joyce, we would pal around together. It was always good times. I got to spend a lot of nights at his home. One time around 1966, age 10, we helped a friend of his deliver the Reading Times right after a snowstorm. We pulled his red wagon through two to three feet of snow. Nobody expected us to, but at that age we had fun doing it. We didn't notice the cold and had fun delivering 115 newspapers. Everyone got one those days, at 10¢ an issue. We split about $2.20, and spent it on candy. Those were idyllic times. He was always positive and tough. I'll always miss you, Tommy, and I know you're in a better place now. My sympathies to his immediate family and everyone else who knew him. He was one of the best!!

A candle was lit by Debra and Glen Capek, Vancouver BC on March 15, 2017 4:09 PM

A candle was lit by Kathryn Crawford on March 15, 2017 3:08 PM

A candle was lit by Tom's friends on the Palladium Addict site. on March 15, 2017 11:02 AM

A candle was lit by Eli Villalobos (KansasKid) on March 15, 2017 10:14 AM

Message from Rich Lerch

Steve,

I am sorry for your loss. I always enjoyed talking with your dad about cars at the girls birthday parties. He was always fun to be around and am glad I had those encounters, no matter how brief.

A candle was lit by Patricia Schnurbusch (patty1975) on March 15, 2017 9:16 AM

A candle was lit by Zale (Xelly) Nagler on March 15, 2017 8:10 AM

A candle was lit by Linda Thain on March 15, 2017 3:11 AM

A candle was lit by Cheryl Hall (Turdle) on March 15, 2017 2:59 AM

A candle was lit by Jon and Debbie on March 15, 2017 1:06 AM

A candle was lit by Leah Borden on March 15, 2017 12:53 AM

Message from Terry in Ontario, Canada

It was a privilege to meet Tom, and Maggie. I learned about turtles and caring from Tom. I thank you. We will all miss you and try to carry on your good work. Rest in peace.

A candle was lit by Sherri Banuelos on March 14, 2017 11:00 PM

Message from Sherri Banuelos

My Condolences to Tom's family and friends.Though I never met Tom I followed his Work with the turtles 🐢 in Akumal.There are no words for your family's loss.I am so very sorry.

Message from The Bross Family

A life lived to the fullest. From driving race cars, skiing from helicopters, swimming with whale sharks...to his love of sea turtles. But above all else a heart bursting with love for his family and friends...as Maggie said....his "framily". Love Love Love.

A candle was lit by Lynn Shallenberger on March 14, 2017 8:43 PM

A candle was lit by Gale Sipple on March 14, 2017 8:40 PM

A candle was lit by Bob Moyer and Patty Viola on March 14, 2017 8:11 PM

A candle was lit by LEE CENTELLA on March 14, 2017 8:03 PM

A candle was lit by Stagecoach , Colorado on March 14, 2017 7:56 PM

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My deepest condolences to Maggie and all family and friends, what a guy, huh ? Tom was my inspiration to hit the beach so to speak. I went to Akumal just to meet him in August of 2014 after gaining his friendship online on LG. We share a passion of fishing; not just any fish but the tastiest fish, the cut throat trout........I understand he visited my area pursuing our other passion of snow skiing. Wish I coulda shown him around the hill back in the day. Thanks for your friendship Tom. I am and all of us are a better person for having to know you...... tight lines and I'll still expect that rock be put in place when we meet again.....much love my friend.

A candle was lit by John Bailey ....1RJ , and what a ride indeed on March 14, 2017 7:43 PM

A candle was lit by Tom, Wendy & Ava Williamson on March 14, 2017 7:40 PM

A candle was lit by Greg and Deb on March 14, 2017 7:33 PM

A candle was lit by Annie Malia on March 14, 2017 6:48 PM

A candle was lit by Jackie Townsend on March 14, 2017 6:40 PM

A candle was lit by Tim and Jill on March 14, 2017 6:38 PM

Message from Karen Tyler

While I didn't know Tom personally I shared his love of Akumal and loved reading his posts and stories on Facebook. I will keep your family in my thoughts and make sure I wear my turtle in his honor.....I am very sorry for your loss..may your memories uplift you in the coming days.

A candle was lit by Carol Borden on March 14, 2017 6:37 PM

A candle was lit by Yvonne Borden on March 14, 2017 6:32 PM

Message from Pat White (TheSnoopy)

Though I never got to meet Tom and Maggie, our shared love of turtles and Akumal was a strong bond, with many chats between Tom and I over our mutual love and "Snoopy". This man leaves a legacy that anyone would wish to do. He has had a huge impact on so many, and so respected by so many. Condolences and thoughts to the family. Remember all the great memories and that he got to share the love of his beautiful place just days ago. The Snoopy

A candle was lit by Pat White on March 14, 2017 6:30 PM

A candle was lit by Birgit VanDeWeghe ( flip flop Birg ) on March 14, 2017 6:26 PM