Grady Boyd Cochran

Grady Boyd Cochran

Grady Cochran Obituary

Visit the Dansby Heritage Chapel - Piedmont website to view the full obituary.

Grady Boyd Cochran, 52 years old, passed away peacefully at home on November 7, 2024. He attended Spring Garden School, and was a concrete finisher by trade until he became disabled.

He enjoyed watching the Pittsburgh Steelers and NASCAR. He dearly loved his dog, Fred, and his cat, Lucky.

He is survived by his brother Normon (Sheila) Cochran. He preceded in death by his mother Louise Cochran and father Sid Cochran, grandparents Homer and Aline Reynolds.

His wishes were to be cremated and no services. 

Dansby Heritage Chapel is honored to serve the Cochran Family.

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

Dansby Heritage Chapel - Piedmont

707 Southern Ave., Piedmont, AL 36272

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