Funeral Services celebrating her life will be held on Monday, January 13, 2020 at 11:00 AM in Elliott-Hamil’s Chapel of Faith, 5701 Hwy. 277 S. in Abilene, with her grandson, Cody Cochran, officiating. The family will receive friends on Monday from 10:00 AM until the time of service. Burial will follow in Elmwood Memorial Park under the direction of Elliott-Hamil Funeral Home.
Cherry was born on March 9, 1935 in Merkel, Texas to the late James and Erma (Boyd) Goza. Cherry possessed a very strong work ethic and worked many years at Super Duper Grocery Store. Cherry was a member of Bethel Assembly in Anson, Texas. She loved to play games such as dominoes and cards. She will be remembered for her outgoing and helpful nature. She enjoyed being able to help fellow residents at University Place.
She was preceded in death by her parents; husbands, Red Cochran and Ralph Russell; son, Ricky Cochran; and her siblings, Terry and Gerald Goza.
She is survived by her son, Lester Cochran and his wife Debbie; her daughter Sheila Coppinger and her husband Joe; brother, Ronny Goza; sisters, Jimmie Hughes and Jo Carol Grizzle; grandchildren, Cody Cochran, Rusti Rogger and Michelle Maxwell; great-grandchildren, Chloe Rogger, Will Cochran, Jesse Pate Cochran and Claira Cochran; and extended family and friends.
Memorial contributions can be made in her memory to the Alzheimer’s Association. To share condolences or sign the online guestbook for Mrs. Russell, please visit www.elliotthamilfuneralhomes.com
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