John W. Cocup

Mr. John W Cocup, age 86, of Flowery Branch, passed away on Tuesday, July 9, 2024, at his residence, surrounded by family.

A Celebration of John's Life will be held on Saturday, July 20, 2024, at 1:00 p.m. at Flowery Branch First United Methodist Church, officiated by Rev. Kathie Stasko. The family will receive friends following the service until 4:00 p.m.

Born on November 30, 1937, in Wimbledon, England, to the late William Henry and Queenie Mary Cocup, John pursued a career in Chemical Engineering. He gained early experience in manufacturing and design while working for a petrochemical company. John later worked in the pulp and paper industry and the mining industry before settling in the plastics industry from 1969 until his retirement from Dow Chemicals as an Application Development Engineer.

John's accomplishments extended beyond his professional career. He was a Lifetime Member of the Charlotte Motor Speedway and the Lost Dutchman Mining Association, served as President of the Gananoque (Canada) Chamber of Commerce, and was a Million Mile Flyer with Delta. John was a world traveler visiting over 15 countries. In his spare time, he was an avid gardener and enjoyed dining at his favorite restaurant Longhorn Steakhouse. John was even awarded the title legendary guest by the president of longhorn.

John is survived by his wife, Patricia W Cocup; and daughters, Robin (Jason) Poplaski , Tara (Victor) Massarelli, and his son Jay (Christy) Cocup ; Grandchildren, Isabella, Samantha, Nina, Julianna, Charlie, Claire, Leonardo, Eva, Hannah, and Taylor; and brother, Rowland (Judy) Cocup. He was preceded in death by his granddaughter, Lucy Colello.

Memorial Park South Funeral Home, located at 4121 Falcon Parkway, Flowery Branch, Georgia 30542, is in charge of arrangements. Online condolences can be sent to [www.memorialparkfuneralhomes.com](http://www.memorialparkfuneralhomes.com).