Barbara Jean Arnold Cochran

Barbara Jean Cochran, 71, of Signal Mountain, Tennessee, passed away on Saturday, March 7, 2026, in a local hospital.

Her greatest joys were traveling, spending time with family, and spoiling her grandchildren. She will be remembered as a wonderful mother, loving grandmother, and cherished friend.

Barbara was preceded in death by her husband, Donald Cochran; her parents, Donald Arnold and Jacqueline O’Banion Arnold; and her sister, Judy Arnold.

She is survived by her daughter, Jennifer (Justin) Smith; her son, Donny (Nicole) Cochran; grandchildren, Ashley Orhun and Olin Smith; brothers, Tim, John, and Jimmy Arnold; sisters, Janet Lee and Sue Carlo; and a host of nieces, nephews, and extended family.