Dear Patty and Family: I am saddened to learn of Helen's passing. You and I have never met but we are related. Helen and my father (Rex Cochran) were first cousins. Your grandfather Floyd and my grandfather Otis were brothers. I had never met Helen either until 1999 when she came to my mother's funeral in Cedar Rapids. It was a blessing to me that she came and introduced herself. I am sorry I won't be able to attend the funeral but I live in Arkansas now and am in poor health and have to be careful with finances and so traveling is hard for me. I would like to make it back to Iowa again someday and if I do maybe we can meet up then. You may email me if you want. Cedar Memorial should have my email address as they required it on this condolence. I pray that the Lord Jesus comforts you, now and always. Amen.

Mark Cochran
November 4, 2024