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Sherlyn Cooper Obituary
Survived by: parents, Hilbert and Delsie Van Westen, Monroe, S.D.; husband, the Rev. Donald E. Cooper, Lincoln; sons, Gregory Cooper and wife Connie, Lincoln, Bradley Cooper and wife Heather, Hebron; grandchildren, Cassie, Brett, Hannah and Ashlyn; sister, Brenda Ratliff and husband Alan, Lennox, S.D.; brother, Dale Van Westen and wife Shelli, Steen, Minn.; nieces, nephews and many friends.
Services: 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, St. John's Lutheran Church, Tecumseh. Tecumseh Cemetery. Additional memorial service: 7 p.m. Wednesday at Immanuel Lutheran Church, Lincoln. Visitation: 9 a.m.-9 p.m. Tuesday with family greeting friends from 6-8 p.m., Wherry Mortuary, Tecumseh; one hour prior to services, church. Memorials: Immanuel Lutheran Church, Lincoln; St. John's Lutheran Church, Tecumseh.
Memories and Condolences
for Sherlyn Cooper
Lisa Peterson
February 23, 2007
Words cannot even begin to express the deepest sympathy that goes out to Sherlyn's families in this time of grief. She was truly a wonderful friend, co-worker, and just an all around great person. My thoughts and prayers are with you Sherlyn. I just know that you are in a great and happy place now and watching over all of us. And knowing you, even those that you never even knew you are looking out for in some way!!! God Bless and may you rest in peace Sherlyn!
Kathy Dave Taylor Maher
February 20, 2007
So sorry to hear about the loss of your Wife Mom Daughter and Grandmother. no words can make it anybetter but our thoughts and prayers are with the family.Wanted to be there but the weather was to bad.God loves all of you.
DENNIS,& BEV SMITH
February 17, 2007
To our SPECIAL NEPHEW DON,SONS &FAMILES.Our LOVE & PRAYERS Are with all of you. SHERLYN WILL BE MISSED BY ALL OF US.GOD Will be with you during your move and forever.Love uncle Dennis,aunt bev
linda bell
February 15, 2007
sorry to hear of your loss, our prayers and thoughts are with you and family.
Wayne and Cindy Beisel
February 15, 2007
Don and Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in this time of sorrow and sadness. May your memories of Sherlyn bring you comfort.
Roger & Marcia Brouillette
February 15, 2007
Pastor Cooper and family. We were so sorry to hear of your loss. Please let us know if there is anything we can do to help at this time. Our prayers are with you.
George & Anne van Westen
February 14, 2007
Dear Family Members,
You are all in our thoughts and prayers, even though many miles separate us. You can certainly take comfort in knowing that you will be reunited some sweet day! In the meantime, may your memories of Sherlyn bring you many pleasant moments, along with God's enduring love.
Uncle George & Anne
Peggy Philpot
February 14, 2007
My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Sherlyn was a warm and caring person and she will be missed.
Linda Kelly
February 14, 2007
Sherlyn was a good friend and co-worker. One of the most thoughtful and generous persons I've ever met. I will chuckle when I remember saying to her "See you tomorrow!", and her reply...."God willin' and the creek don't rise!" What a special lady. She loved Don deeply, was so proud of her sons, and cherished her grandchildren. We miss her dearly.
God Bless to all the families.
Larry and Jean Mailloux
February 14, 2007
Our sincerest sympathy to the Cooper and Weston families on the loss of Sherlyn.
From Larry and Jean Mailloux, son and daughter-in-law of Bill and Blanche Mailloux.
Mike, Erica, Miles & Josephine Krajewski
February 14, 2007
To the whole Cooper family, you have our deepest sympathies. God Bless You All.
Gary & Susie Lacey
February 13, 2007
To all of Sherlyn's family:We are so sorry for you loss and the pain you're feeling today.But the memories she left with you all will stay in your hearts forever.
Deborah Laundreaux
February 13, 2007
My heartfelt sympathy to Don, children and grandchildren. Sherlyn was a very special friend & lady. We lost one of the best, but she will not be forgotten. I will keep you all in my thoughts and prayers.
Sandra Hyland
February 13, 2007
My thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this time. Sherlyn was a wonderful person and we had so much fun together visiting and talking about our grand children. She will truly be missed.
Jean Shea
February 13, 2007
My deepest condolences, Don, Brad and Greg, Uncle Hilbie and Aunt Deslie, Brenda and Dale on the passing of your wife, mother, daughter, sister, grandmother and aunt.
I have the fondest memories of my cousin Sherlyn, and was pleased to call her my cousin. She will be missed. My thoughts are with you all. May God comfort and guide you in the coming days.
Pam, Floyd, Evan and Jonah Beckmann
February 13, 2007
Pastor; Brad; Greg and families; You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Lorie (Smith) Jacobson and Family
February 12, 2007
Don and family...Our deepest condolences reach out to you all.May your faith in the Lord guide you through each day and may you be embraced by the love and frienship of those around you.
Renee' Roper
February 12, 2007
She was a really great cousin. I hadn't seen or talked to her in a long while, but will always remember her wedding and the times on the farm growing up.
Pam Hergenrader
February 12, 2007
Such a big loss for the College of Dentistry. Sherlyn was a wonderful, caring person who always knew the right words when handling our patients on the phone---what a great first contact person to have on the phone. She will truly be missed.
Jill Boeche
February 12, 2007
I was so sorry to hear of Sherlyn's passing, I worked with her at the Dental College. My thoughts and prayers are with your family at this time of loss.
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