William "Billy" Larry Cockman

William “Billy” Larry Cockman, 88, of Siler City, went home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, January 1st, 2025.

Billy was born on April 21st, 1936, in Chatham County, to the late James Amos & Swannie Marley Cockman. He is preceded in death by his parents; his son, Larry Taylor Cockman; and his brother, James “Jimmy” Lowell Cockman.

Billy worked for the North Carolina Department of Transportation for 34 years and later he worked for 17 years for Hobbs Engineering Company. He was a very hard worker and enjoyed his work. Billy was a member of First Baptist Church in Siler City and also attended Hickory Mountain Baptist Church. Billy loved his family and loved making memories with them all.

Billy is survived by his wife of 65 years, Peggy Johnson Cockman of the home; his daughter, Kim Cockman of Siler City; his sisters-in-law, Linda Johnson, and Frances Cockman, both of Siler City; and numerous nieces and nephews.

Graveside service will be held Sunday, January 5th, 2025, at 2 pm, at Hickory Mountain Baptist Church Cemetery. Services will be officiated by Dr. Allen Admire.

Memorials can be made in Billy’s honor to either First Baptist Church, 314 N. 2nd Ave., Siler City, NC 27344, Hickory Mountain Baptist Church, 1094 Mt. Vernon Hickory Mountain Rd., Siler City, NC 27344, or SECU Jim & Betsy Bryan Hospice House, 100 Roundtree Way, Pittsboro, NC 27312.

Smith & Buckner Funeral Home will be assisting the Cockman family.

Online condolences can be made at www.smithbucknerfh.com