Norman Howard Cockrell

Norman Howard Cockrell was born Dec. 28, 1946, in Lepanto to Claudie and Opal Jones Cockrell. He was the owner of Cockrell Cars in Lepanto for over 40 years. Mr. Cockrell passed away Friday, Dec. 13, 2024, at his home in Lepanto at the age of 77. He was preceded in death by his parents, Claudie and Opal Cockrell; his wife, Linda Neal Cockrell; and his brother, Steve Lee Cockrell.

He is survived by two daughters, Pamela Cockrell and LaDonna Cockrell of Lepanto; three grandchildren, Justin Cockrell, Coty Cockrell and Isabella Cockrell of Lepanto; a host of other relatives and many friends.

Visitation will be Monday, Dec. 16, from 12-2 p.m. with the funeral at 2 p.m. at Wilson Funeral Home in Osceola. Burial will be at Potter Cemetery in Lepanto with pastor Larry Bell officiating. Wilson Funeral Home in Osceola will be in charge of the services.