Gary L. Cochran, 79, of Pullman, WA passed away May 26, 2018 at the family farm outside of Pullman, surrounded by his family.  Gary was born July 18, 1938 in Colfax, WA to Roy & Marie (Archer) Cochran.  He attended school in Palouse, WA and was Salutatorian of his graduating class at Palouse High School.  Gary attended Washington State University for a year before going to work on the family farm, which he operated his entire life.  Gary married Sara Sue Reynolds and together they raised their family on the farm.  Following Sara Sue's death, Gary married Angela Mills in 2006.  Gary was a member of the Palouse Federated Church in Palouse, WA and supported its many endeavors.  He was a member of the Flying Farmers, Pine Grove Grange and the Colfax Elks Lodge.  He is survived by his wife Angela at the family farm outside Pullman; two daughters April (David) Pfaff of Garfield; Theresa (Roy) Willy of Bend, OR; his son Mark Cochran of Pullman; 10 grandchildren; and by his sister, Sharon of TN.  In addition to Sara Sue, Gary was preceded in death by his son Matthew in 2010 and by a brother, Ron. The memorial service will be held on Friday, June 1, 2018 at 11 AM at the Palouse Federated Church in Palouse.  After a luncheon reception at the church the celebration of life will continue at the shop on Whelan Road beginning around 2:00 PM. A family graveside service will be held at the Colfax Cemetery.