William "Bill" Alfred Cocchi

William "Bill" Alfred Cocchi, Sr., of Mansfield, passed away May 9, 2014, at the age of 84. Mr. Cocchi loved this town he called home, and dedicated 19 years serving as their mayor. He was a member of Gaithers United Methodist Church, and worked for Continental Can Co. for 36 years. He loved the outdoors, and especially enjoyed hunting and fishing. Mr. Cocchi was a mentor to many, and because of this special bond, many people referred to him as "Dad". He was preceded in death by his son, Mark Tracy Cocchi; and his parents, Marion and Daisy (Spivey) Cocchi.

Survivors include his beloved wife of 66 years, Lyra (Osley) Cocchi; daughter and son-in-law, Jennifer and Edward Akers of Box Springs; sons and daughters-in-law, William, Jr., and Sarah Cocchi of Jonesboro, David Cocchi of Mansfield, Susan Cocchi of Snellville; 7 grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren; sister, Beatrice Turner of Conyers; sister-in-law, Anita Jones of Covington; several nieces and nephews.

Funeral Services for Mr. Cocchi will be held Monday, May 12, 2014, 11:00 AM, at Gaithers United Methodist Church, 1375 Newton Factory Bridge Road, in Covington, with Pastor Darrell Allen officiating, and interment following in Lawnwood Memorial Park. The family will receive friends at Caldwell & Cowan Funeral Home, 3134 Floyd Street, in Covington, Saturday, May 10, from 6:00 - 9:00 PM.

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Visitation

MAY 10. 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM (EDT)

Caldwell & Cowan Funeral Home - Floyd Street Location
3134 Floyd Street NE
Covington, GA, 30014

Funeral Service

MAY 12. 11:00 AM (EDT)

Gaithers United Methodist Church
1375 Newton Factory Bridge Road
Covington, GA, 30014