Margaret Cooney Obituary

Name: Service for Margaret Cooney
Start: 2016-03-12T18:00:00.000Z
End: 2016-03-12T19:00:00.000Z
Location: Allouez Chapel Mausoleum (off Riverside Dr.)

Cooney, Margaret

Margaret Cooney, 78, of Brussels, passed away on March 4, 2016. She was born October 14, 1937 in Appleton to Joseph D. and Lucille (Roemer) Ulmen. On July 9, 1978, she married Steven Cooney in Chicago. He preceded her in death on Dec. 5, 1988.

Margaret, who taught school for 38 years, lived a full life. Besides teaching, she helped her husband raise pigs, sheep and farm crops. After Steven's death, she continued to raise sheep and purebred Cocker Spaniel dogs. She enjoyed spending time birding, gardening, and anything that kept her outdoors.

Margaret would like to thank her Mom and Dad for being such great parents and for giving her brothers and sisters to learn from and play with. Margaret also felt a debt of gratitude to the parish communities and the Sisters from Holy Family Convent for the support they gave during the many struggles she encountered during her brief stay on earth.

She is survived by her brother Robert (Irma) Ulmen, 5 sisters: Bette (Bob) Baurnfiend, Mary Geenan, Sister Rose Ulmen, Helen Tillotson, and Dorothy Ulmen; also many nieces, nephews and special friends. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, 2 brothers, Joseph and James, brother-in-law Joseph Geenan, sister-in-law Dorothy Ulmen, and nieces and nephews.

Friends may call at the Allouez Chapel Mausoleum (off Riverside Dr.) on Saturday, March 12, 2016, from 12:00 noon until 1:00 p.m. when a Mass of Christian Burial will be conducted. In lieu of flowers, a memorial fund has been established. Forbes Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

Special thanks to the caring staffs of McCormick Home and Unity Hospice for the excellent care and support.

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Published by Green Bay Press-Gazette from Mar. 7 to Mar. 9, 2016.

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Terry Ludkey

March 1, 2021

I remember Margaret fondly and dearly. Jesus surely shined within her because, unless one knew her and of her difficulties, one would never know of her pain. She remains an encouraging and enriching example of what it means to be a Child of God.

Jeanne Ulmen

March 12, 2016

My Dear Aunt Margaret was there for me when my dad...her brother James needed help with my sister and I when we lived in Oak Park. Then, when
my dad was diagnosed with brain cancer, Aunt Margaret continued to care for my dad. She was always there at his side. When my dad fell in his apartment, I immediately called Aunt Margaret. She drove to Chicago that day to bring my great dad home to her house where she took loving care of my father in his dying days. The care she extended to my dad, she did the same for me unconditionaly! We often would speak daily and the guidance, love, and moral support she extended to me was priceless! I will be lost without my wonderful Aunt Margaret. Miss YOU with all my heart!
Jeanne ULMEN

March 10, 2016

I was fortunate to have taught with this very special lady and educator at Franklin Middle School. She was a joy to be around. Margaret supplied many of her favorite recipes to my classroom students when organizing a cook book, Her bread pudding is one of my favorites. May she rest in peace.
Pat Pollock

Terry Ludkey

March 10, 2016

I was blessed to work with Margaret at Franklin MIddle School in Green Bay. I remember her as an outstanding teacher and an outstanding person. After I left Green Bay, we exchanged many e-mails over the years until she was no longer able. Her love for God and her love for people destined her for her Father's arms as soon as she passed. May she enjoy all she has received through grace and faith. Terry Ludkey

THERESA ALEXANDER

March 8, 2016

My sympathy to the family of Margaret. We attended St. Mary's of the Snows and St. Francis together many times.
You can now rest in peace.
Kathy, Please remember your mother. No one should every forget their mother. I will pray for you.
I hope I have your name correct.

March 7, 2016

To the family of Margaret Cooney:
I was so saddened to learn of Margret's passing. We worked together at Franklin Middle School for many years and enjoyed many talks. My fondest memory of our relationship was a visit to the farm with my grandsons. They really loved the experience & bring it up now as young adults when ever we are in Door county. I am currently in The Villages, Florida until the 1st part of April and hopefully can get in touch with a family member. Margaret was a very special person. Barbara Brick

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