James Glenn Cockrell
April 12, 1947 ~ November 17, 2020
ROCKY MOUNT - Beloved father and g-daddy, James Glenn Cockrell passed away peacefully listening to Carolina Beach Music on Tuesday, November 17, 2020. Born in Nash County, N.C. on April 12, 1947, he was the son of the late James Paul Cockrell and Fannie Estelle Joyner Cockrell. He was also preceded in death by his sister Wanda Cockrell Robbins and niece Cynthia Robbins.
Glenn worked at Thorpe Music Co for more than 40 years. He served his country in the United States Army during Vietnam and was a proud Veteran. Glenn was a member of the Rocky Mount Masonic Lodge Corinthian #230 for 36 years, where he was made a Master Mason. He was also a member of the Rocky Mount Shrine Club where he participated in many community focused events and parades. Glenn was an active member of the Northside Community Church of Rocky Mount. He was a member of the Eastern North Carolina Shag Club.
Glenn was a loving brother, uncle, father and g-daddy. He loved his family and God and was a great example and role model of a Christian man who was honest and sincere. Glenn loved to shag dance and socialize. He never met a stranger. He always had a joke to tell with every story. He will be missed by many.
Glenn is survived by his daughter, Alicia Cockrell Ross and husband, Eric, of Durham; grandchildren Bryant and Teagan Ross; former spouse Tessie Cockrell; brother Grady Cockrell; nephews Allen Cockrell and Michael Cockrell.
A private family memorial service was held Saturday November 21, 2020 at Northside Community Church of Rocky Mount officiated by Pastor Mark Lee Pridgen.
The family plans on having a celebration of life event at a later date to be determined in 2021.
The family would like to say special thanks to UNC Nash CVICU, all of the shag community, Northside Community Church, and his countless friends.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Glenn's memory to Northside Community Church of Rocky Mount.
Arrangements entrusted to Wheeler & Woodlief Funeral Home & Cremation Services, 1130 N. Winstead Avenue, Rocky Mount, NC 27804. You may share memories and condolences with the family by visiting www.wheelerwoodlief.com.
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So sorry for your loss. I had been praying so hard for Glenn’s healing. His healing came when he took his last breath and saw the face of Jesus. Prayers for comfort for you and family. God Bless🙏🙏🙏
In memory of James Glenn Cockrell, Gray and Bobby Marrow lit a candle
Dear Alicia and family, I am very sorry for your loss. Glenn loved his family. He was a dear friend, he enjoyed life and he loved and enjoyed his friends. He always had a ready smile. I am thankful that he is healed and whole now. He will be missed by many.
In memory of James Glenn Cockrell, Janice Gupton lit a candle
Glenn was a long time friend of mine. I willl miss his smiling face. My thoughts are with his family, whom he loved so much. I pray that you will find peace in the precious memories that will always remain with you. Keep an open heart.
So sorry for this loss. It was my honor to call Glenn my friend. I will always treasure the dances that we shared. My thoughts and prayers are with his family. Glenn will be truly missed by many.
Family and friends in my thoughts and prayers.
Prayers for the family.
In memory of James Glenn Cockrell, Shelby Wooten lit a candle
Sorry for your loss he will be missed
may you rest in peace glenn. prayers for your famil . love you as a brother mason .
In memory of James Glenn Cockrell, Linda W Rice lit a candle
In memory of James Glenn Cockrell, Verna Gail Proctor lit a candle
Glenn will be missed. What a nice Man and such a gentleman
I was so sorry to learn of Glenn’s passing. He was such a good guy and an awesome friend.
Sending love and prayers your way Alicia and family. Love, Andrew, Leslie, Tyler, Sam and James
Dear Alicia and Family, We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Daren and Jen
Our sincerest condolences. Ian & Donna Mehr
Glen rest in peace, you will be missed. You were always a good friend to Judy and I. Our condolences to the Cockrell family.
We will miss you Glenn 💔
Rest in Peace
So sorry for your loss, will surely miss him at church, May god provide you with peace and comfort, RIP GLEN FLY HIGH
Alicia and family, holding you all close in prayer. May God wrap his arms around you and bring you peace.
In memory of James Glenn Cockrell, Paul Armstrong lit a candle
In memory of James Glenn Cockrell, Robin Murray lit a candle
Glenn was such a wonderful person. I will remember his friendly smile and his wonderful dancing. I am so very sorry for your loss.
Prayers for the family. RIP my old friend.
Prayers for the family and I am sad to hear this news. Glen was my friend, my brother and a mentor. He will be missed. Rest in Peace.
keep shagging in heaven
Rest in peace dear friend
A fine person who was very helpful to me several years ago. Keep shaggin’ in heaven my friend.
In memory of James Glenn Cockrell, CATHY O TERRILL lit a candle
We are very sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Aaron & Nancy Holliday
In memory of James Glenn Cockrell, tammy L Howard lit a candle
I really miss you buddy! Our Birthday Parties without you just will not be the same. ( See you in Heaven before we both know it. Tell all of our joint friends in Heaven I said hello! Until then, missing you! Jake Adams