Paula Haynie Cochran

Paula Haynie Cochran, 71, of Lenoir, NC peacefully passed into the arms of her Savior on Saturday, November 18, 2023 in her home surrounded by her loving family.

Born March 10, 1952 in Washington, DC to Paul and Ocie Haynie, Paula was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother and friend. She leaves behind her loving husband of 52 years, Robert F (Bob) Cochran; daughter Kristin Ambory (Ken); son Adam Cochran (Stacey) and 3 grandchildren, Benjamin Cochran, Anna Cochran & Meghan Cochran; sister Patricia Spencer. In addition to her immediate family, Paula leaves behind many cousins, relatives, friends, coworkers, and her cherished group aka "the Dolphins" all of whom she treasured as much as her family. She was preceded in death by her parents.

Paula grew up in Jacksonville, FL before attending college at Western Carolina University, where she met the love of her life, Bob. They married in 1971 and soon after moved to Simpsonville, SC where they welcomed Kristin and later Adam. Later moving to Summerville, SC and then Columbia, SC, Paula supported Bob and raised her family while also working as a valued administrative assistant.

As empty-nesters, Bob and Paula moved to Lenoir, NC to be closer to their Blue Ridge mountains.

An open house to celebrate Paula's life will take place at her home at a later date.

In lieu of flowers, contributions in Paula's name may be made to Amorem at https://www.amoremsupport.org/donate.

Evans Funeral Service is honored to serve the Cochran Family.