Laura Mae Cochran, 78, of Pullman, WA passed away September 25, 2022 at her Pullman home.  Laura was born February 11, 1944 in Colfax, Washington growing up in Pullman.  Laura attended Guardian Angel School in Colton and graduated from Pullman High School.  She met James Lucky Cochran and they were married on December 11, 1965 in Pullman.  Laura worked for the City of Pullman for a time and later began her career with the Pullman School District as a Bus Driver.  She retired in 2020 after many years of service.  Laura was a loving mother who took great pride in raising her family.  She loved crafting, sewing, painting and gardening.  Laura loved all colors and varieties of flowers as well.  She was an avid reader, enjoying all varieties of books.  Laura had a special enjoyment for horror stories.  She was a member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Pullman.  Laura is survived by her two daughters Theresa Shepherd and husband Jimmy Dean of Leesville, LA; Gwendolyn Cochran of Tacoma, WA; her son Phil Cochran of Pullman; two grandchildren Nicole O'Loughlin and Jimmy Dean Shepherd III and one great grandchild Morgan J. O'Loughlin.  She was preceded in death by her husband James in 2013.  The graveside service will be held tomorrow, Thursday, September 29, 2022 at 10:30 AM at the IOOF Cemetery in Pullman, WA.  Corbeill Funeral Home of Pullman, WA has been entrusted with arrangements.