Royal Rudolph Cochran
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He was preceded in death by his son Steven Cochran and stepson Randy Douglas.
He is survived by his wife, Dorathy Pauline Cochran; daughter, Brenda Smith (Steve); stepchildren, Ricky Douglas (Vickie), Timothy Douglas (Frances); numerous grandchildren and great grandchildren.
A visitation will be held on Wednesday August 27,2025 from 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. at Valhalla Memorial Funeral Home followed by a chapel service at 12:00 p.m. Interment will be at Valhalla Memorial Gardens.
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11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Valhalla Funeral Home
8730 Sims Road, Eight Mile, AL 36613
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