Janey M. Cooley passed away Monday, July 27, 2015.

Miss. Cooley was the daughter of the late Thelma L. Cooley and M.S. "Skeet" Cooley. She was a Trust Officer, active in the community, and a member of First Baptist Church of Athens.

Survivors include a brother, William L. Cooley and nieces, Lisa J. Yaple, Linda C. Foster, Susan D. Cooley-McClain, and Mary E. Cooley.

A memorial service will be held 3PM Thursday, July 30th at First Baptist Church of Athens with Rev. Frank Grainger officiating. The family will receive friends from 5-8PM Wednesday, July 29th at Bernstein Funeral Home.

Memorials may be made to the Benevolent Fund of the First Baptist Church, 355 Pulaski St, Athens, GA 30601 or one of the many charities supported by Miss Cooley.

Online condolences may be offered at www.bernsteinfuneralhome.com.

Bernstein Funeral Home and Cremation Service has charge of arrangements.

4/18/1935 - 7/27/2015

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Published by Athens Banner-Herald on Jul. 28, 2015.

Memories and Condolences
for Janey Cooley

37 Entries

chris chandler

July 22, 2020

The most wonderful friend.

Linda Cart

November 14, 2015

I worked with Janey for several years for the Athens Symphony. I found her extremely helpful and very detail oriented. She knew exactly how to do money oriented procedures regarding the Symphony for the betterment of the Symphony and its members. I did not know of her death until I saw the Athens Symphony program for their Fall Concert. To her family, I pray that you have had time to lessen the grief that you experienced at her death. May you be comforted with the knowledge that she was well loved by many people in the Athens Community. Rest in Peace thy good and faithful servant. You will be missed by many.

Paula Shilton

August 14, 2015

Returning to town after several weeks away, it was hard for me to believe that Ms. Janey is no longer with us. She was such a fixture at First American and with all sorts of community groups. Her sense of humor and straight talk were a breath of fresh air. The Clarke County Mentor Program appreciated her support as a mentor and a board member.

Emory Griffith

August 4, 2015

I am sorry to say that I did not learn of the passing of Ms. Janey until after the memorial, so I wasn't able to attend. My heart goes out to the family. Keep the good memories of her in your heart. I have had the pleasure of working with her for the past nine years on our Senior Leadership Academy at ACCA. She always put forth her best effort at whatever she did and made it professional. I will truly miss her.

Ms.Janey was a genuine individual. She always said what she meant and meant what she said.

July 30, 2015

Janey was one of a kind. She was a humble woman who served her community to the fullest of her ability. Literally to the day God took her. She was kind. At times she spoke her mind, and you listened. I myself have morphed back to a toddler while she "corrected" me on my "opinions" of one thing or another. I feel privileged to have known her my entire life. I will remember her always.
Love Always,
Miriam Wildman

Rebecca Campbell

July 30, 2015

Ms Cooley was my mentor from the time I was in third grade until well after I graduated College. She was there for me. She taught me, provided for me, cared for me. My relationship with her was one of the two longest, positive relationships I had that begun in childhood. I miss her dearly and will hold her in my heart always. LoveLove and condolences from the Sorrow familyfamily.

Dahl Cochran

July 30, 2015

We are deeply saddened to learn of Janey's death. To Bill and family - our most sincere condolences. Jo and I have had the pleasure of doing business with Janey in her role as Trust Executive Officer at the bank for a number of years. In fact we can say that up until her recent hospitalization she had not lost a step. Her mental acuity was sharp as ever and her wit as dry as ever. We will miss Janey immensely.

Linda O'Neal

July 30, 2015

Janey was a special person in many different ways. To me she was a friend, mentor, confidant, teacher and more. I'm unable to attend her memorial service, so I will reflect on all that she meant to so many people. Sorry we didn't get that last Varsity run, Janey. Will lift my next chili dog in your memory. Rest well, my friend.

Beth Honea Skinner

July 29, 2015

A friend shared with me the passing of Janie and I was so sorry to hear the news. Janie's was a cousin and we kept in touch until a couple of years ago. She was one of my last connections with Athens. My father was her great uncle and I have some pleasant memories of being at her mother's home in the years past. Janie was a lovely person in her own right. My condolences to her brother, Billy and his family and to the other cousins in Athens. She will be missed.

MARY ALICE M BEARD

July 29, 2015

JANEY, YOU WILL BE MISSED BY EVERYONE, GO WITH GOD.

Marsha Beadle

July 29, 2015

Janey will be missed by Ralph and I. She was a very special friend and neighbor for my parents, Hardy and June McKinney. She provided excellent advice to me. I appreciate her faith and enjoyed sharing views with her. Ralph and Marsha Beadle , Baton Rouge. La.

Fay Hodges-Pope

July 29, 2015

I worked as Ms. Cooley's secretary in the Trust Dept. at C&S Bank. She was a very nice person. She always dressed so nicely and never once did she have a bad hair day. Everytime I saw Ms. Cooley after I left the Bank, would always greet me with a wonderful heartfelt "Hello". She was a wonderful person. May she RIP. God has called home another Angel.

July 29, 2015

Janey was a joy to know and a model to follow. I am extremely glad that we crossed paths so often. I wish her family happy memories of their good times with her. All the best, Jane Russell

Sis McCarty

July 29, 2015

Our love and prayers to you at this time in your lives. We had no idea this had happened. We love you all so much,
Sissy, Mike Ronda and Brad

Beth Jensen

July 29, 2015

What a loss. As a trust officer, Miss Janey Cooley helped individuals and their families often during difficult times. She was a skilled professional with a superior work ethic, but what set her apart was her genuine concern for her clients and their families. I admired and respected her. RIP, Miss Janey.

Christine Pavlak

July 29, 2015

Janey was a good friend & neighbor. I will miss her kindness & humor. She was a truly great lady who was woven into the strong fabric of the Athens community.

Ronnie Howard

July 29, 2015

Janey will be greatly missed by First American Bank and the entire community. She was a wonderful lady and co-worker.

Paul Swindell

July 29, 2015

You will be missed Janey by so many friends, class mates and family. Yes, God has a new Angle for sure.

July 29, 2015

Janey was a wonderful woman who helped our family through a very hard time. We certainly will miss her! Such a classy lady with love and joy in her heart.
Liz Kalla (League City TX)

Bob Salzman

July 29, 2015

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Chris Horan

July 29, 2015

Janey was a wonderful friend and a tireless worker in the community. She will be missed.

Donny Seagraves

July 29, 2015

I had the great pleasure of interviewing Janey twice for articles I wrote for Athens Magazine several years ago. She was one of my favorites. Her stories of old Athens -- the people and places -- were priceless. The Athens community has lost a great treasure. My heartfelt condolences go out to her family and friends.

July 29, 2015

Janey was a truly remarkable woman. I was blessed to have known her and will be greatly missed.

Jennifer Moses

July 29, 2015

I've grown up around Janey. She was always so sweet and giving. She will be missed! God has a new Angel for sure!

Marilyn Wolf-Ragatz

July 29, 2015

Janey was one of the original members of the Athens Cultural Affairs Commission in 2011. Her passion for the arts, determination to make the commission successful, and her wise perspectives made her role very important to our moving forward in a positive manner. Her gift for giving will be missed by the Athens community.

Judi Saye Fleming

July 28, 2015

One of my most wonderful gifts was assisting Janey in teaching her 5 year old Sunday School class. I was blessed to have known her for all of my life. She was simply amazing. Her friendship was a true treasure. Athens will miss her greatly. Her presence among us will long be remembered.

Cindy Weaver

July 28, 2015

I have many fond memories working with Janey over the years when I was in Elberton. Such a fine lady!

Fran Perrault-Strong

July 28, 2015

Janey was such a wonderful women who gave so much to her community. She was one of the most gracious women I have ever met. Athens will most certainly miss her.

Bernstein Funeral Home

July 28, 2015

Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.

Karen Atkinson

July 28, 2015

Janey was an Athens treasure. She will be missed. I will remember how gracious she was.

Jane Poole

July 28, 2015

I knew Janey for over forty years. I was mentored by her from the first time we spoke. We worked together in trust departments at two different banks about forty years, I learned to love her deeply as a "boss" and a dear friend. Even in my retirement, not hers for she continued to work for our customers until she couldn't any more, we stayed close. She encouraged me in pursuing my interests each time I saw her. Her love reached out to my children when they were small and later included their families as well. I saw her living her Christian faith in God every day. I feel blessed for having had her in my life all these years and shall miss her greatly. I am praying for Bill and all of the girls (nieces) to feel the arms her friends surround them now in their grief. She will be missed not only by me but by our community. Her heart for others will leave a very large hole. God be with you all.

Cheryl A. Brock

July 28, 2015

One of my dearest friends. I will truly miss our weekly lunch and the programs we worked on together. Janey was a "force of nature". I admired her.

Elaine Cook

July 28, 2015

Janey was a friend and mentor to so many of us. Quick witted, honest and true to her word - she was a leader of leaders. Her personal committment to this community was immeasurable. She was an inspiring presence, always. So proud to have known her - heartbroken to have lost her.

July 28, 2015

Truly a one of a kind, remarkable woman. When Ms. Janey joined the family of First American Bank our friendship bonded. She will be missed, but not forgotten.
Sandra L Furcron

chris chandler

July 28, 2015

One of my best friends. I will miss her deeply. A workaholic for so many people with little in return. A true angel.

Cheryl Legette

July 28, 2015

Ms. Janey was a wonderful person and great community servant who was generous with her time, talent and treasure. She left a wonderful legacy and I will miss her greatly; she is my watermark.

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