John Nathan Cockerill
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John Nathan Cockerill (Nathan), 39, of Greenfield and Chicago, Ill., passed away on Aug. 12, 2016 following a courageous battle with cancer.
He was born in Hillsboro to Paul and Jane (Lucas) Cockerill.
He was involved in McClain High School football and drama before attending Otterbein College and obtaining his bachelor’s in fine arts. His talents as a comedic actor and writer led him to The Second City Cleveland and the Cleveland Conservatory, where he became a respected alumnus and instructor, inspiring many performers.
Nathan was a passionate board game collector, player and International Diplomacy Champion. His most treasured times were spent playing board games with friends, acquaintances and strangers. But strangers became fast friends when they got to know Nathan’s kind nature, caring demeanor and reliable humor.
His love of books only enhanced his natural brilliance, wit and imagination. His pranks and storytelling were the stuff of legend. Memories of Nathan and shared experiences will bring smiles to the faces of those he touched for decades to come.
Nathan is survived by his parents, Paul and Jane (Lucas) Cockerill of Greenfield; a brother, Tate and his wife Corey (Henry) Cockerill and their children Otis and Lyla of Leesburg; grandmothers, Anna Lou Lucas of Greenfield and Jenny Cockerill of Frankfurt; and numerous aunts, uncles, cousins and friends.
He is preceded in death by grandfathers John H. Lucas and Curtis E. Cockerill.
Funeral service will be 2 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 18 at the First United Methodist Church in Greenfield, with Pastor Kevin Hall officiating and burial to follow.
Visitation will be 4-8 p.m. Wednesday at the church.
Memorial contributions may be made in Nathan’s memory to The First United Methodist Church, 405 South Street, Greenfield, Ohio 45123.
The Murray-Fettro Funeral Home in Greenfield is serving the family.
Condolences may be sent to www.murrayfettro.com.
He was born in Hillsboro to Paul and Jane (Lucas) Cockerill.
He was involved in McClain High School football and drama before attending Otterbein College and obtaining his bachelor’s in fine arts. His talents as a comedic actor and writer led him to The Second City Cleveland and the Cleveland Conservatory, where he became a respected alumnus and instructor, inspiring many performers.
Nathan was a passionate board game collector, player and International Diplomacy Champion. His most treasured times were spent playing board games with friends, acquaintances and strangers. But strangers became fast friends when they got to know Nathan’s kind nature, caring demeanor and reliable humor.
His love of books only enhanced his natural brilliance, wit and imagination. His pranks and storytelling were the stuff of legend. Memories of Nathan and shared experiences will bring smiles to the faces of those he touched for decades to come.
Nathan is survived by his parents, Paul and Jane (Lucas) Cockerill of Greenfield; a brother, Tate and his wife Corey (Henry) Cockerill and their children Otis and Lyla of Leesburg; grandmothers, Anna Lou Lucas of Greenfield and Jenny Cockerill of Frankfurt; and numerous aunts, uncles, cousins and friends.
He is preceded in death by grandfathers John H. Lucas and Curtis E. Cockerill.
Funeral service will be 2 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 18 at the First United Methodist Church in Greenfield, with Pastor Kevin Hall officiating and burial to follow.
Visitation will be 4-8 p.m. Wednesday at the church.
Memorial contributions may be made in Nathan’s memory to The First United Methodist Church, 405 South Street, Greenfield, Ohio 45123.
The Murray-Fettro Funeral Home in Greenfield is serving the family.
Condolences may be sent to www.murrayfettro.com.