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Bonnie Cochran Obituary

Bonnie H. Cochran, 73, of Murray, formerly of Mayfield, died Monday, Jan. 5, 2026, at Murray-Calloway County Hospital in Murray.

She was a retired registered nurse and a homemaker.

She is survived by her husband of 53 years, Howard T. Cochran; two sons, Matt Cochran of Mayfield, and Nathan Cochran of Lexington; one daughter, Molly Cochran of Thompsons Station, Tennessee; one sister, Claire Pantall of Franklin, Tennessee; and two grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by one daughter and one brother. Her parents were John B. and Bille F. Harmon.

A private memorial service for Mrs. Bonnie H. Cochran will be held at a later date, per her request.

Expressions of sympathy may be made to the charity of one's choice.

Byrn Funeral Home in Mayfield is in charge of arrangements.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by The Mayfield Messenger on Jan. 10, 2026.

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