Gary W. Cochran

Gary W. Cochran, age 79, of Troutville, VA, the son of John G. and Mary R. Cochran, passed away on May 30, 2025.

Gary was a combat veteran with the United States Army. He was a proud Union member of the local 843.

In addition to his parents, Gary was preceded in death by his wife of 28 years Barbara Pritt Cochran; three brothers, Johnny C., Raymond J., and Walter L (Blue); and two sisters, Patricia A. and Betty J.

Survivors include a son, Jared W.; daughter, Alicia and husband Mark; grandson, Tate Bell; nieces, Nancy, Sammy, Katie, Cindy, Amy, Viola, Patty, and Penny; nephews, Larry, Gary, Kenny, Ray, Eli, Jim, Jeff, David, and Harley; sisters, Shirley (Alfred) and Pam; and brother Curtis Brown.

A private graveside service with military honors will be held at Morningside Cemetery in Renick, West Virginia.