Wanda Lee (Cochran Burris) Martin

Wanda Lee (Cochran Burris) Martin, 88 of Pulaski VA entered the presence of her Heavenly Father on Friday, August 14, 2026. She was born in Radford VA on September 21, 1937, to the late Ashville Beauregard Cochran and Joesphine Akers Cochran. She is survived by her husband of 36 years Donald R. Martin; one sister, Connie Whitaker; her five children, Regina Jo Hodge, Dee Chinault, Ron Burris (Dave Altieri), Kevin (Patty) Burris, and Todd (Dottie) Burris and one stepdaughter Robin Barbour. Wanda is also survived by her grandchildren. Rhonda Hodge, Grace Martino, Rachel Gossett, Diana Adams, Melissa Rohlen, Jonathan Burris M.D., Laci Burris, Marley Burris and Garrison Burris. and many great grandchildren, and many beloved nieces, nephews and extended family members as well as treasured friends.
Wanda was born and raised in Radford Virginia by wonderful Christian Parents. She was raised with a strong spiritual heritage and was a member of the Church of God of prophecy there in Radford. She and her three sisters sang, and she played the piano from a very early age.  Music and song were her constant passion. She raised five children and had a successful career as a computer programmer at Inland Motors Kol Morgan in Radford, Virginia until her retirement. As her children started having children, she was overjoyed attending events and even camping trips.  Her dream of being a pastor’s wife was fulfilled when she and Donald pastored the IPHC church in Appomattox VA. She was much loved for her big smile and warm greetings.  She and Donald moved back to the area in 2006 relocating to Pulaski Virginia. They became active members of Family Worship Center IPHC. All her family and loved ones grieve her absence, they stand and rejoice in the assurance that Wanda has completed her journey and is with the Lord and Savior, which she has longed to see at Heaven gates. The family wishes to express their heartfelt appreciation to. Gentiva Hospice and two special nurses. Lydia Rose and Brooke Holland. Also, special thanks to Laura mustard and Amanda French for their excellent care. For the past two years, Opal Talbert has been by Wanda’s side as a Caregiver bringing dedication, comfort, dignity, and peace to both Wanda and the family during this most difficult season. Wanda will never be forgotten for giving of herself and care for her family.

Visitation will be 4pm Saturday, August 22, 2026 with a memorial service to follow at 5pm at Family Worship Center IPHC. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to Family Worship Center IPHC 955 Memorial Drive Pulaski VA 24301. Wanda’s family is in the care of Bowers Funeral Home Pulaski. Psalm 116:15 “Precious in the sight of the Lord is the death of His saints.”