Paul E. Cockrell, 82, of Midland, GA died Tuesday, October 13, 2026 at Columbus Hospice House.

Funeral services will be held 10:30AM, Tuesday, October 20, 2026 in the chapel of McMullen Funeral Home and Crematory with Rev. Ken Dawson officiating. The family will receive friends from 5:00-7:00 PM, Monday, October 19, 2026 at the funeral home, 3874 Gentian Blvd. Columbus, GA 31907. Interment will be held at Ft. Mitchell National Cemetery.

Paul was born February 16, 1944 to the late Earl Jessie Cockrell and Helen Hasting Cockrell. He retired as an SSG from the Army. He enjoyed detailing vehicles, working in the yard, bowling and playing corn hole. He loved watching wrestling and spending time with his family. He was a member of Cascade Hills Church.

Other than his parents he was preceded in death by his son, Steven Scott Cockrell and granddaughter, Allison Hicks.

He is survived by his wife, Karen K. Cockrell of Midland, GA, son, Timothy Cockrell (Melinda) of Cataula, GA, sister, Tina Hicks of Midland, GA. brother, Carroll Cockrell (Flo) of Demotte, IN, grandchildren, Kaylyn Cockrell, Peyton Cockrell, Kyle Hicks, great-granddaughter, Amaya Hicks and great-great-grandson, Sutton Davis.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the American Disabled Veterans at help.dva.org.