Shirley Cochran, age 86, of Scottsboro, passed away on May 2, 2026. A memorial service was held on Friday, May 8, 2026 from the Rudder Funeral Home Chapel.
Mrs. Cochran is survived by her son, Ronald Sporleder; her daughter, Donna(Roger) Ingram; six grown grandchildren; ten great-grandchildren; her sister, Jean (Larry) Gearhart ; as well as a host of nieces and nephews who will cherish her memory.
Mrs. Cochran was preceded in death by her parents, Lloyd and Lora Hanshaw; her beloved husband, Charles Cochran; her son, Randal Sporleder; and her siblings, Roberta Strickland, Avis Falin, Jerry Hanshaw, and Harry Hanshaw.
She was born on February 10, 1940, in Clay County, West Virginia, to the Lloyd and Lora Hanshaw.
Shirley was a woman full of life and laughter, known for her vibrant spirit and the joy she brought to those around her. She loved the Lord deeply, adored animals, and found her greatest delight in being “Gigi” to her great-grandchildren.
Her family was the center of her world, and she poured love into each generation with warmth and devotion.
Shirley often said that if she were to leave this world tomorrow, she knows that she would have had the best life, and done everything that she ever wanted to do.
Those who knew her can say with confidence—she truly did.
Though her joyful presence here will be deeply missed, her family rejoices in the promise of eternity, knowing she is now in the presence of the Lord she loved so dearly. Well done, good and faithful servant.
