[Congressional Record Volume 164, Number 166 (Friday, October 5, 2018)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1365]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]





                HONORING THE LIFE OF LINDA BROWN COCHRAN

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                       HON. BONNIE WATSON COLEMAN

                             of new jersey

                    in the house of representatives

                        Friday, October 5, 2018

  Mrs. WATSON COLEMAN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the life of 
Linda Brown Cochran, who passed away on September 29, 2018, following a 
lengthy battle with cancer.
  Linda was the daughter of Ernest and Betty Brown and grew up in 
Massillon, Ohio. She graduated Washington High School in 1978, and 
later attended Franklin University.
  She was the President of Cochran & Assoc. Sales and Marketing 
Company. She worked hard to develop new businesses and provided support 
to her team. Additionally, she was a true advocate who championed many 
causes close to her heart. Among those include the Jack and Jill of 
America Inc., Junior League, Cuyahoga Democratic Women's Caucus and 
Court Appointed Special Advocates of Lorain County.
  Linda fostered a loving family with her husband of 35 years, Harold 
L. Cochran, in Avon Lake, Ohio. She raised two wonderful daughters, 
Courtney and Taylor. Along with them, she leaves behind her three 
sisters, Saundra, Marsha, and Vicki, and a host of nieces, nephews, and 
cousins.
  It has been a joy to work with Courtney, who currently serves as my 
Communications Director & Senior Advisor in my Washington Office. 
Linda's love, intelligence, and grace shines through her daughter every 
day. While this is certainly a sad occasion, it is clear that Linda's 
spirit carries on through the excellence of her children, and the 
positive impact on her loved ones and community.
  Mr. Speaker, I send my condolences to the family and friends of 
Linda. I ask that my colleagues join me in commemorating her wonderful 
life and legacy.
  Rest in peace, Linda.

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