Olivia Lois Hocking Obituary - Visitation & Funeral Information

Olivia Lois Hocking, age 88 years, she passed away on Saturday afternoon February 29th, 2020, at her home in Odenville, Alabama. She was formally a longtime resident of Palm Springs, California. She was Secretary for many years of the United States Navy League Association of Palm Springs, California. Olivia was very patriotic and dedicated much of her life to her beloved United States of America in many ways. Olivia was born in Cullman, Alabama, to Cyrus Luther Fredrick Couch and Vera Lois Bowling Couch. Olivia was a member of the First Baptist Church in Center Point, Alabama. She was also a lifelong supporter of youth ministry and her Christian faith. Olivia was preceded in death by her husband, Walter B. Hocking—her father, Cyrus Luther Fredrick Couch, and mother, Vera Lois Bowling Couch—two brothers, Carlton Dempsey Couch and Uhland Fredrick Couch. Olivia is survived by three sisters: Argeline Couch Yarbrough, Reita Sandra Howell, and Stella Joanna Holloway—as well as numerous Nieces and Nephews, Great Nieces and Nephews, and Great-Great Nieces and Nephews. All will miss her generous and kind heart, her sense of humor, and beautiful smile. A celebration of life will be held on Saturday, March 7th, 2020 at First Baptist Church of Center Point, Alabama, beginning at 10:30 AM with Pastor David Haynes, family, and friends. The Family would like to thank Dr. Helms and Dr. Fortson; Nurse Jessica and Nurse Stephanie; and Pell City’s Encompass Hospice Services, Northside Medical Clinic, and St. Vincent Home Health Care.

Olivia Lois Hocking

August 15, 1931 - February 29, 2020