Hazel Irene Cochran Obituary
Hazel Irene Cochran of Ball Ground, Georgia passed away on July 24, 2026. Hazel, born on September 26, 1939, shared life alongside family, friends, and others. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.
Hazel will be remembered for the impact she had on the lives of those around her. Friends, family, and colleagues will cherish their memories and the time shared. Those who knew Hazel will remember moments of kindness, warmth, and presence. Though words cannot fully capture her life, the legacy of connections and experiences remains. Hazel’s absence will be deeply felt by those who valued her companionship.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Ovelene Hembree Pruitt and Howard Hyman Pruitt; her husband Ronald Eugene Cochran; and her brother Jimmy Pruitt. She is survived by: her son Joseph Ronald Cochran (Mary Tim); her grandson Joshua Taylor Cochran; her sisters, Hellan Kreeger (George), Jackie Hogan and Faye Thompson; and her sister-in-law Charlene Cochran. She is also survived by several nieces and nephews.
In lieu of flowers, those who wish may make contributions to Smyrna First United Methodist Church 1315 Concord Road Smyrna, GA 30080.
