Shirley Cooper Obituary in Tyler at John R. Harmon

Obituary For Shirley Cooper

( April 7, 1941 -- October 3, 2022 )

LINDALE -- The Celebration of Life for Mrs. Shirley Cooper, 81, of Lindale will be held on Saturday, October 8, 2022 at 11 a.m. The service will be held in the sanctuary of Hopewell Valley Baptist Church with Pastor Efrem Collins, officiating and Pastor Marcus Jones, eulogist. FACE MASK RECOMMENDED. Burial will follow in St. Mary Cemetery under the direction of John R. Harmon Undertaking Company.

Mrs. Cooper was born on April 7, 1941 in Lindale, Texas and transitioned on October 3, 2022 at Hospice of East Texas.

She graduated from Bragg Morris High School in Lindale and received her certification to become a medication aide from Tyler Junior College. Mrs. Cooper was a life resident of Smith County, a health care worker as well as a home maker. She was a faithful member of St. Mary Baptist Church where she served in many capacities including: Member of the Choir, President of the Pastor's Aide Committee, Usher, Church Secretary, Kitchen Committee, Mission Department, former teach for the Kids Sunday School Class.

She was preceded in death by her parents: Lonnie Acy and Dollie Robinson, son-in-love: George Cooper; granddaughter-in-love: Brandy Cooper; sisters: Gloria Porter, Jo Ann Tucker, Ida Mae Acy, Geraldine Acy, Jennie Ruth Acy and brothers: Billy Adkins, Lemmie Acy, Thelma Acy, Tommie Acy and Howard Acy.

Her precious memories will be cherished by one son: Titus (Tiffany ) Cooper of Lindale, Texas; three daughters: Kasandra ( Ricky) Flournoy of Lindale, Ylonda ( Carlton ) Bullard of Glen Heights, and Ava (Victor ) Tennyson of Mesquite; two brothers: Roosevelt "Blue" Acy of Corsicana, Texas and Willie H Acy of Dallas, Texas. She leaves her legacy to eight grandchildren and two great grandchildren.

Public viewing will be held Friday from 2 pm to 8 pm at the funeral home.

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Terry A Hudson sent Sweet Moments for Shirley Cooper - October 05, 2022

With loving thoughts and precious memories...of laughter and fun! Our hearts and prayers go out for the family and all who will miss her as much as we. Terry & Trixie Hudson

My sincere condolences and deepest sympathy to the COOPER family. You all are in my prayers and I want you all to know I love you dearly. My heart is heavy for we were sister in law. Praying for you all, I may not make it but you will be on my heart and in my prayers. Evangelist Ruby Cooper

Shirley was one of the most compassionate and loving lady's I have ever met. There is no doubt we have another Angel looking out for us all. I raise my glass to the best neighbor a person could ask for. Fly high Shirley Cooper till we meet again. The Harmon Family

Aunt Shirley was always full of life. I enjoyed every minute we spent together. I truly hate I couldn't be there today, but please know im praying for you all. Love Sunda

She was such a sweet lady. Rest in peace Mrs. Cooper.

Charlotte Ates praying for you and your family

Praying for you and your family! Asking God to give strength & peace to you all! Know that we are so sorry for the loss of your Mom.Kasandra! Continued prayers and blessings,!

Sorry for your loss. May God give peace and strenght like only he can. Merlinda Tucker

When the sorrow is too much and the tears are too many....remember that Shirley made it home! She is beholding heavenly wonders that we cannot even imagine!