Peggy was a 1949 Milton High School graduate where she served as Homecoming Queen. In 1956 she married Larry Cochran and was a devoted mother to their two sons. She later married Sidney Thompson; the two remained married for over ten years until his passing.
Peggy was employed with the Georgia Department of Education and went on to become a successful model. She thrived in business, starting her own company in 1975 – Huff N Puff Maid Service – which she successfully managed for over 20 years until her retirement in 2000. She was a longtime member of Sandy Springs Baptist Church, an active volunteer at Northside Hospital and made generous contributions to those in need throughout her community.
Peggy will always be remembered for her beauty inside and out and her unwavering love and kindness towards other people. She enjoyed exercise, gardening, extensively traveled throughout Europe and the United States and was a fantastic southern cook.
Along with her parents, Peggy was preceded in death by her husband, Sidney Thompson; her brother, Ramsey Williams and one sister. She is survived by her sons, Joey Cochran and David Cochran; grandchildren, Iris Cochran and Brooks Cochran; cousins, Larry Williams and Karen Williams and a host of other loving family and friends.
A visitation will be held Sunday, October 25, 2026 from 11:00am – 12:00pm at Sandy Springs Chapel, 136 Mt. Vernon Hwy., Sandy Springs, GA 30328 followed by a graveside service at 12:00pm at Arlington Memorial Park, 201 Mt. Vernon Hwy., Sandy Springs, GA 30328.
In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.
