Cathy Lynn Foster Cochran

Cathy Lynn Foster Cochran obituary, Jacksonville, AR

Cathy Lynn Foster Cochran

Cathy Foster Cochran Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by A Natural State Funeral Service & Crematory on Jul. 1, 2025.

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Cathy Lynn Foster Cochran
Cathy Lynn Foster Cochran was born on July 25, 1954, in Wichita, Kansas, the second of three children born to Basil and Mary Means Foster.
She grew up in North Little Rock, Arkansas, where she attended Amboy Elementary and later graduated from North Little Rock High School.
After graduation, Cathy embarked on a fulfilling career, known for her strong work ethic, intelligence, patience, and generous spirit. She was always ready to lend a helping hand and brought joy and dedication to every role she held. Cathy found joy in many hobbies-gardening, cooking, decorating her home-but she especially loved hunting.
Cathy worked for many years at Westinghouse Lighting, where she met the love of her life, Leodis "Lee" Cochran. Their bond blossomed into a beautiful marriage that lasted 35 years, built on love, laughter, and mutual devotion. She later worked at Maybelline in North Little Rock, Arkansas, where she served as a plant supervisor before retiring.
Cathy departed this life on June 20, 2025. She was preceded in death by her only child, Shannon Banks; her father, Basil Foster; and her parents-in-law, Frank and Minnie Cochran of Forrest City, Arkansas.
She leaves behind many who will forever cherish her memory: her loving mother, Mary Foster of North Little Rock; her devoted husband, Leodis "Lee" Cochran; her step-son, Leodis Lamont Cochran of Little Rock; her sister, Connie Banks, and her brother, Terry Foster, both of North Little Rock; her beloved grandson, Dylan Banks of Little Rock; along with a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and countless dear friends.
A celebration of Cathy's life will be held on July 5th at 10:00 AM at Fellowship Christian Church located at 8923 Sunset Lane, Little Rock, AR 72209.
Arrangements by A Natural State Funeral Service 2620 West Main Street, Jacksonville, Arkansas 72076. 501-982-3400. Online guestbook available at www.anaturalstatefuneralservice.com

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