Louise Cochran

Nancy Louise Gailey Cochran, age 87, of Lavonia, passed away on Sunday, November 15, 2026, at her home. Born on June 8, 1939, in Toccoa, she was the daughter of the late P.C. and Sula Cash Gailey.

Louise retired from First Citizens Bank, where she served as a loan officer and enjoyed assisting customers with their banking needs. She was a devoted member of Lavonia First Baptist Church and a member of the Pilot Club of Lavonia. Louise valued her family, her friendships, and the community she called home.

In addition to her parents, Louise was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Charles Frederick "Fred" Cochran, who passed away earlier this year, and her brother, Aaron Gailey.

She is survived by her son and daughter-in-law, Scott and Darlene Cochran; her grandchildren, Justin and Bailey Cochran, and Christy and Michael Grizzle; and her great-grandchildren, Mason Grizzle, Clayton Grizzle, Callie Grizzle, Anniston Cochran, and Lennon Cochran. She is also survived by her sister and brother-in-law, Doris and Allen Melton; sister-in-law, Sherry Gailey; and several nieces and nephews.

The family wishes to express their heartfelt appreciation to Andrea Jackson for the loving care and kindness she provided to Louise.

The funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m. Monday, November 16, 2026 at Lavonia First Baptist Church, with Rev. Chris Chitwood and Dr. Larry Finger officiating. The family will receive friends at the church from 1:00 p.m. until the time of the service. Following the service, a private burial will take place at Franklin Memorial Gardens – North.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorial donations be made, in Louse's memory to the Beyond Fund at Lavonia First Baptist Church, P.O. Box 47, Lavonia, GA 30553.

Strickland Funeral Home of Lavonia is in charge of the arrangements. To sign the online guest register please visit stricklandfh.com.