Kenneth Gary Cochran

Ken lived his life as an adventure, never missing an opportunity to enjoy the moment! He was an avid traveler, visiting over 30 countries – from Peru to Australia. His adventure continues.

Ken is survived by his wife of over 50 years, Jeanne Cochran (Lear), who was his soulmate, best friend, and fellow adventurer. Ken is also survived by his daughters, Pamela Thomas (his “Princess”) and Michelle Littlewood (the “Gift”), and their husbands, Jason Thomas and Bill Littlewood (the “sons he never had”). His “boys”, grandsons Elliot and Gabriel Littlewood, will forever remember the many adventures they shared with their Papa: ziplining, snorkeling, hiking, boating, kayaking and playing in “Papa’s River” at the Mountain House.

Ken and Jeanne also have lots of other “adopted” grandkids that had the privilege of calling him “Papa”.

Ken is also survived by his mother (Ailsa Cochran), his sisters (Linda Scott, Marilyn Seth and Dianne Davidson) and their husbands, numerous nieces and nephews and literally hundreds of loyal friends who shared in many of his adventures in life.

Ken wanted others to have the opportunity to enjoy life with their family and friends. It is with this passion and purpose that he taught his students and helped his clients save and prosper. Whether you invested one dollar or a million, Ken cared deeply about your future and, indeed, lost many a nights’ rest worrying about his clients and their investments.

Husband, Dad, Papa, son, brother, friend, trusted advisor – you will be deeply missed. Next time you have an adventure, think of Ken!

“Live the life you love, Love the life you live!” Rod Stewart.

A Celebration of Ken’s life will be on December 29, 2016, at 1 p.m. at Whitehurst, Sullivan, Burns & Blair Funeral Home in Fresno.

Ken loved the outdoors and his precious dogs. In his honor, donations can be made to:

The San Joaquin River Parkway Conservation Trust or Animal Rescue of Fresno (ARF).