Timothy L. Cocklin

Tim was born on September 17, 1946 Canton, Ohio - home of the Football Hall of Fame. Grew up in Hartville, Ohio and graduated from Lake High School. Upon graduation, decided to serve the United States in the Marine Cor. After serving the country he loved, returned home to Hartville to begin a new chapter in life by working in the automotive business along with attending Akron University. For many years worked in a car dealership then got an opportunity of a life time to work for The Volvo Car Corporation, North America. Relocated with his family to the home of “JR” Dallas, Texas. He always said, “with the Marines he travelled the world with Volvo he travelled North America.” In 1994 he was offered another opportunity of a life time to go work for the JM Family Enterprise, Inc. There was not a time he would not help a dealer or a costumer to end on a happy note.

During his life he not only served this country, he served His Lord and Savior with a passion. Growing up you would hear him singing on Sunday’s Church. He taught Sunday School at Canton Baptist Temple and helped with the Youth Group at Frist Baptist Allen, Texas. Tim was a dedicated, husband, father, friend and witness for the Lord. His cheerful personality, warm smile and unwavering love for Christ stood out to all with whom he came into contact.

Tim was preceded in death by his parents Thomas and Barbara Cocklin, Father and Mother in-law William and Marjorie Hart, and Grandparents Cocklin and Sawyer. He is survived by wife of 48 years, Melody Hart Cocklin; Son Corey Cocklin and wife Giseli; Daughter Megan Cocklin; Grandson Taylor Cocklin; Sister Carolyn Cocklin and Husband Paul Snook; Sister Susie DeMarco and husband Frank; and Brother John Cocklin and wife Jennifer; and numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Wounded Warrior Project, Folds of Honor and the American Heart Association.

Viewing and Services will be held:

Monday December 4, 2017

Viewing 2:00 PM

Service 3:00 PM

First Baptist Church of Windermere

300 Main Street

Windermere, Florida 34786

Cemetery Service:

Woodlawn Memorial Park and Funeral Home

400 Woodlawn Cemetery Road

Gotha, Florida 34747