Michael Avery-Lee Cockerham
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Michael Avery-Lee Cockerham, age 42 of Asheboro, passed away Tuesday, May 16, 2023 at Randolph Hospital in Asheboro.
A native of Randolph County, Michael was born on August 3, 1980 to Nancy Cardwell Cockerham and the late William A. Cockerham, Jr. Michael was formerly employed as a park ranger with the NC Zoo, was a great cook and enjoyed listening to Elvis Presley. He loved his daughter, whom he affectionately referred to as “Bella Boo” and especially enjoyed spending time with her. Michael was a loving father, son, brother and uncle.
He leaves behind to cherish his memory, his mother Nancy Cockerham; daughter Bella Gilmour; sister Diana Zuniga and her husband Luis; nieces and nephews, Anne Breland, Logan Breland, Dominic Zuniga, Leon Zuniga, Lugos Zuniga and Lucy Zuniga.
No funeral services are planned at this time. Midstate Cremation & Funeral Services in Asheboro are honored to serve the family of Michael Cockerham.
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August 3, 1980-May 16, 2023
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