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for Nancy Cooley
Ken Ahl
January 19, 2009
To Laura and her family,
I wanted to express my deepest sympathy on the loss of your parents. It was amazing to see how many previous students remember your mother the same way I did. She has and will always be the most influential teacher I have ever had. We were all lucky to have known her.
Kenny Ahl
Douglas Santos
December 22, 2008
Dear Bob and Laura,
I was so sad when I found out about what had happened. There's no way for me to be able to say how sorry I feel. Mrs.Cooley was not only the best teacher but the most selfless person I'll probally ever meet. I can't imagine how much time she took to make all those hand written cards and mail them out to us. We had a lot of fun in the classroom from her slapping stickers on our head and the many funny stories she told about you guys and herself. She will always be in our hears, I can't imagine anyone who would forget such a beautiful person like Nancy. Once again I am very sorry for your loss. And I wish you all the best.
Heidi Sardina
October 29, 2008
It is a great sadness in which I write this note on behalf of Nancy. She had a kind heart and always thought of others before herself. Over the years she would send my father little notes which he keep on his t.v. to cheer him up. God must have needed another angel in heaven. My thoughts go out to her family.
Carol Buckley
October 15, 2008
I'm so sorry to hear of Mrs. Cooley's passing. She was my teacher at Sacred Heart. I still have a note she wrote to me saying, "you make my heart sing". She was an amazing teacher, so encouraging, and fun, she will be missed.
One of my favorite memories in her class was when we were discussing Romeo & Juliet vs West Side Story, and she brought in her record of West Side Story to play in the class. Thanks to her, this was and still is one of my favorite musicals.
Georgie Hallock
October 14, 2008
Nancy was a great friend and a wonderful inspiration to us all.
May happy memories sustain you in this time of sadness.
Frank Burke
October 14, 2008
Bob and Laura,
We are sorry we were unable to attend the wake and funeral for Nancy. We will always remember the fun she brought to the gatherings of the Cooley family that we were priviledged to attend. She was a loving and kind woman with a great sense of humor and she delighted all who knew her. You are in our thoughts and prayers during this sad time.
May the happy memories help you through the tough times.
Frank & Carol Burke
Richard Noel
October 14, 2008
I am so sorry I was unable to attend I was out of town and just read about it. Though I haven't seen her in years there are still days that things comeback and I think Mrs.Cooley said ... I will have a Diet Coke and reflect on all of the great memories. What a wonderful person.
Jennifer Malone
October 12, 2008
Laura & Mr. Cooley,
We were all so sorry to hear about the loss of your mom/wife. My entire family was away on a family vacation and we just returned last night. We are all sorry that we missed the services. She was a very special person and teacher and will be missed by many.
The Malone's (Jennifer, Shirley, Joe & Jay)
Gerard Smith
October 11, 2008
Mrs. Cooley will be missed. I had her at Sacred Heart in Roslindale. She was always a fond memory for me. I always remember her laughing or trying to get someone to laugh. I am sorry i missed the service i will never forget her.
Kim Nix
October 10, 2008
We are very sad to hear the news, what a tremendous loss. Mrs. Cooley was an extremely caring person. My three children had Mrs. Cooley in the 6th grade at Whittemore School. I was always impressed when my children would receive a lovely hand written card in the mail from Mrs. Cooley each time they made the Honor Roll. She was so dedicated and caring that she followed her students’ progress throughout their education and would acknowledge their accomplishments with a card. She would be proud to know all three of my children have gone on to college, and one is currently in Graduate school they are all doing well. We will always remember the cards so lovingly signed by Mrs. Cooley (Thank you, Mrs. Cooley). Our deepest sympathy to her family, The Nix Family
Jessie Brown
October 9, 2008
Mrs. Cooley was my 4th grade teacher at Plympton Elementary. I still speak of her now and tell people that she was the best teacher I have ever had! She was a wonderful woman who really connected with her students. Her passing is a true loss and my condolences are with your family. She will be missed
Marge Samaria Eaton
October 9, 2008
Laura & Bob, Nancy was an unforgettable, hilarious woman...I was so lucky to have her as a tutor! Laura you were my tutor YEARS ago as well when you were at Harvard. I will never forget "Mrs.Cooley"...An amazing teacher...I still remember her postcard wall in your house! She will be deeply missed!
Hope Erwin
October 9, 2008
Mrs. Cooley was my 7th & 8th grade teacher at Sacred Heart. She was a wonderful person and teacher. She will be greatly missed. Laura & Mr. Cooley, I am so sorry for your loss.
Steve Schofield
October 9, 2008
Mrs. Cooley was my math tutor years back, she was quite funny and was a remarkable teacher.
To Mrs. Cooley's family - I am very sorry for your loss - she will always be remembered.
Samantha Lupinski
October 8, 2008
Mrs. Cooley was one of my favorite teachers, not only did she get me interested in History but she was such a funny teacher she made learning more than just facts and dates, she just made it fun. I will never forget her smacking stickers onto our foreheads when we got 100's. Or the fact that even when I was not in her class any more she would send me letters. To the Cooley family I am so sorry for your loss and you are all in our prayers.
Joyce Broman
October 8, 2008
Bob and Laura,
I am so sorry to hear of Nancy's passing. I went to CCCH with Nancy and we have remained friends since.
I also spoke with Carol (Monzione) Johnson and she said to please pass on her condolenses. (she doesn't have a computer)
I know Nancy will be missed by many.
I am currently in NM, on my way to AZ or my husband and I would most surely be at the services.
Joyce (Reynolds) Broman
The Smith's
October 8, 2008
Dear Bob and Laura,
So sorry to hear of the passing of Nancy. She will be truly missed but she will remain in your hearts forever. God Bless and our prayers are with you. The country Smith's
cindy dougherty
October 8, 2008
Mrs. Cooley was my teacher at Sacred Heart in 1983 and 1984. She will always hold a special place in my heart. Please accept my sympathy.
Jean Marie Duncan
October 8, 2008
Mr. Richard Horgan,
Deepest sympathy at the passing of your sister, Nancy.
Sincerely,
Darlene Stanton
October 8, 2008
Our family is very saddened to hear that Mrs Cooley has passed away. Our three children were very fortunate to have had the privilege of having her as a teacher at the Whittemore School. Mrs Cooley will always be remembered as such an inspirational and caring educator. She will truly be missed and remembered with much fondness.Our thoughts and prayers are with the Cooley family at this difficult time. The Stanton Family
Michelle Usseglio
October 8, 2008
Mrs. Cooley is the reason I will never put off writing a thank you note again. My son had her as a sixth grade teacher at McDevitt Middle School. For the next 2 years every time she saw his name in the newspaper she would send a note to our house. She always took the time to say "good job" and sometimes even enclosed stickers! Every card was ended the same way "Consider yourself dope slapped." She was an incredible teacher who truly cared about her students. Each and every one. She will be sorely missed and her kind words remembered forever. If I only took a minute to write back to her and say "thank you."
Charlene Robards
October 8, 2008
she got me to fall in love with learning history! i will never forget the ICE man! you will always be missed<3
Donna David
October 8, 2008
My thoughts & prayers are with the family through this difficult time.
Nancy was a great lady ! I truly enjoyed working with her at the Whittemore School.
gregory burke
October 8, 2008
Sorry for your loss. Nancy was a good kid and lost of fun.I know she will be missed
Gina Mucci-Falzone
October 8, 2008
One of the few GREAT teachers. She will be missed .
Joseph Linnehan
October 8, 2008
Mrs. Cooley was a wonderful theacher that had a very possitive influence on the students of Waltham. It was an honor to work with her.
Joseph R. Linnehan
Frank Cordima
October 8, 2008
Condolences to the family for your loss. I know how rough a time this is for all. Prayers to you all.
Sincerely,
Frank Cordima (co-worker of Richard Cooley)
Dawn Robards
October 8, 2008
Mrs. Cooley was truly one of the best and most optimistic teachers I have ever had. I loved her dearly. She will be missed VERY much by ALL of her students <3
Kelly Dugas
October 8, 2008
I am shocked and saddened to hear of Mrs. Cooley's passing. I had the pleasure of having had her as a Homeroom Teacher 20 years ago at Kennedy Middle School(in Waltham). She was an inspiration, and defined what a teacher is and should be. Heaven is definitely gaining an angel, with Mrs. Cooley.
Bob and Laura, all the good stories she used to tell us about you guys in Homeroom and Study Hall.
Debbie Aucoin-Withrow
October 8, 2008
Mrs. Cooley was my sons tutor. She came to our Waltham home for a couple of years. I've often thought of her and how she was doing. Now, I know this sweet woman is at rest. God Bless her family.
October 8, 2008
I am so sad to hear the news. Mrs. Cooley touched so many lives especially her students in Waltham. She will always be remembered by the Waltham community and missed dearly!
Father John Sassani
October 8, 2008
Bob and Laura, I was so sorry to learn of Nancy's death this morning - I regret that I will be out of town for the next few day, and unable to attend the funeral - I will remember her and both of you in my prayers.
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