Lou Cocroft

Lou Cocroft, a longtime resident of Watsonville, died on Sept. 4.

Born in Pritchard, Mississippi on Sept. 11, 1931, Mr. Cocroft settled in Watsonville in 1965 along with his wife, Gwendolyn Cocroft, together they had five children. Mr. Cocroft owned and operated Lou's Carpet and Upholstery Cleaners for 50 years and was very active in the community.

Mr. Cocroft is survived by his children: Gary Croft, Melina Johnson, Sherman Cocroft, Anthony Cocroft and Angela Cocroft. He also leaves behind seven grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his loving wife of 43 years, Gwendolyn.

Mehl's Colonial Chapel has been entrusted with funeral arrangements.

Published in The Pajaronian · September 10, 2021