Eloise Cochran Hyche

Eloise Cochran Hyche entered this world on May 30, 1930 and left it to see Jesus on June 21, 2024. She lived more life in her 94 years than most people. She grew up on the banks of the Warrior River at Locks 16 and 17 and labeled herself a River Brat. In the 7th grade at Oak Grove High School she set her sights on Charles Hyche. He didn’t stand a chance against her determination to nab his heart. In November of 1948 at the age of 18, they eloped and were married in the parsonage of Oak Grove Baptist Church. For more than 59 years, they remained committed to each other. Their three children were her pride and joy. She supported them in every endeavor—baseball, softball, football, band, and choir—and never missed an event whenever possible. She was a tremendous cook and well known for her Red Velvet and Carrot Cakes and Chocolate Pies. She worked hard and played even harder, especially when it came to pitching a great fastball softball game. Never backing away from a challenge, she often swam across the Warrior River, jumped off a high cliff, or dropped from a high swing into the water she loved even into her 50s and 60s. As a Proverb’s 31 woman, her children arose and called her blessed. Out of all the things she taught us, the most important legacy she leaves behind is her love for Jesus and her belief in Him as her Lord and Savior. She will be missed by all who knew her, but we take solace in the assurance that she is not lost to us. We know exactly where she is and long for the day when we can join her in praising God for eternity. She was preceded in death by her husband, Charles W. Hyche; her beloved son, Chuck Hyche; her precious granddaughter, Gwen Johnston; her parents, Shack and Earlene Cochran; her siblings William and Jim Cochrane and Beulah Styes; and her best friends of 60+ years, Clara Mae Curren and Margie Lightsey. She is survived by her loving daughters Libby (Jerre) Harcrow and Debra (Andy) Shirley; her grandson Brian (Kimi) Gilliland; her granddaughter Brooke (Chris) Richey-Mills; her great-grandchildren Brittany (Wes), Heather, Skyler (Angelica), Jacob (Audri), Grace (Tyler), Gage, Bri, Kenzie, Ryan, Kyle, Izzy, Xander, Corbin, Mali and Harlee; her great-great-grandchildren Colt, River, Jesse, Lane, Ryder, Asher, Tucker, Liam and Carmen; as well as a host of nieces, nephews, and friends. These are the lasting legacy of Eloise Hyche. May we all live up to the example she set for us and be faithful servants of our Living Lord. The family wishes to thank the staff of Gentiva Palliative Care and Hospice for the excellent care they have provided to our mother the past few years and the support they have given to her family. "I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith. Now there is in store for me the crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous Judge, will award to me on that day—and not only to me, but also to all who have longed for his appearing." (2 Timothy 4:7-8)

Eloise Cochran Hyche

May 30, 1930 - June 21, 2024