Marian J. Cocke served as Elvis Presley's nurse during his hospital stays and at Graceland, becoming a friend, confidante and mother figure to him.

Marian J. Cocke, who served as Elvis Presley‘s in-home nurse for two years at the end of his life, has died. She was 98 years old. Priscilla Presley shared a tribute to Cocke on social media, posting a photograph of herself and Cocke along with the late Lisa Marie Presley.

Elvis Presley's nurse Marian J. Cocke, who cared for him from 1975 to 1977, has died. Priscilla Presley paid tribute to her on Instagram.

The Presley family has experienced yet another loss. This time, it’s not a family member, but someone who was very close to the family, especially Elvis. Marian J. Cocke, who worked as Elvis Presley’s nurse, died earlier this week at the age of 98.

Elvis Presley's personal nurse died at age 98, leaving Priscilla Presley to remember her. Fans were heartbroken over the news, too, rushing to comfort the family.

Elvis Presley’s beloved nurse, Marian J. Cocke, has died at 98. She worked with the King of Rock ‘n’ Roll starting in 1975 until his sudden death in August 1977 at 42. Elvis’ ex-wife, Priscilla Presley, confirmed Cocke’s death with a touching tribute post via Instagram on Thursday, March 6.