Elton Lee Cockrell

Elton Lee Cockrell, 87, of Kenly, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, March 10, 2026. He was preceded in death by his wife, Jeanette Cockrell, his parents, Lester and Pansy Cockrell, his father-in-law, Sanford Johnson, his mother-in-law, Bessie Johnson, his brother, Eugene Cockrell, and his nephew, Rodney Cockrell.

He is survived by his son, Dr. Mark Cockrell and wife, Ronnia, and his grandchildren, Hunter Cockrell and wife, Jackie, Hailee Cockrell, Eli Frazier and wife, Catherine, Eynde Frazier, and special breakfast buddy, Barrett Frazier. Elton cherished the close bond he shared with his four brothers and sister, his many friends, and his nieces and nephews.

After serving his country in the United States Army, Elton married the love of his life, Jeanette. They shared 61 wonderful years of marriage. He spent the majority of his working years at Sylvania and the last 25 years at Boykin’s Upholstery Service, earning a reputation as a true jack of all trades. Elton enjoyed working on household projects and was always willing to lend a helping hand to friends, neighbors, and family. He took great pride in supporting his loved ones and could often be found cheering from the sidelines at countless ball games for his son and grandchildren. A faithful member of Mt. Zion Free Will Baptist Church, he lived a life marked by quiet strength, generosity, and devotion to those he loved.