Hey guys, I just found out Tuesday that I lost a customer, but more importantly a friend, back during the summer. Dad and I worked on Gene's equipment for nearly 10 years, and were by the place pretty regularly during those times. After his wife passed back in '04 it seemed his health started downhill and eventually got to the point that it prevented him from running (((and breaking down...))) as much as he used to. Even then I didn't need a broke down machine to stop and I'd do so every chance I got. It was always a pleasure just to sit down and shoot the bull with him for awhile. The man was like a walking encyclopedia for anything related to raising cattle, the local history, etc, etc. I imagine he had forgotten more about farming and cattle than many will ever know, and I always enjoyed our talks. Unfortunately in the last year or so my bull shooting time was limited and when I did stop I never could catch him at home since he spent alot of time at his childrens homes due to his health.
Since finding out about his death, from someone I didn't even know, I'm a bit upset that I didn't get a call when he actually passed. At the same time though I understanding because I doubt seriously the children had my number or even knew where to find it. Not to mention 'dad's mechanic' usually isn't the first person to pop into your head at a time like that.
So, I just thought I'd get on here tonight and publicly pay my respects to a true old time farmer and more importantly a good friend. He was a fifth generation dairy farmer, working land that had been in his family since the 1700's. Having the opportunity to know people like Gene and his lovely wife (((and GREAT cook))))) Mrs Mary are things that make life worth living. It's a sad day when good folks like these pass on.
Mr Cochran
Since finding out about his death, from someone I didn't even know, I'm a bit upset that I didn't get a call when he actually passed. At the same time though I understanding because I doubt seriously the children had my number or even knew where to find it. Not to mention 'dad's mechanic' usually isn't the first person to pop into your head at a time like that.
So, I just thought I'd get on here tonight and publicly pay my respects to a true old time farmer and more importantly a good friend. He was a fifth generation dairy farmer, working land that had been in his family since the 1700's. Having the opportunity to know people like Gene and his lovely wife (((and GREAT cook))))) Mrs Mary are things that make life worth living. It's a sad day when good folks like these pass on.
Mr Cochran
