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Cindy Cooper Obituary
Loving Mother, Sister, & Friend
LOWELL -- Cindy A. Cooper, 51, the beloved mother of Joseph Cooper, passed away peacefully on Monday evening, December 3, 2012 at her home, with the people that loved her by her side.
Cindy was born in Lowell on January 7, 1961, a daughter of the late George M. Ward, Sr. and Alice (Greenhalge) Eklund-Ward. Cindy was the former wife of Joseph Cooper.
Educated in the Lowell schools, Cindy was a graduate of the Greater Lowell Vocational High School. She earned the nickname "Tar" as a little girl, and it stuck, literally and figuratively, her whole life.
Cindy was a stay at home Mom, and excelled at taking care of the needs of her son and whole family.
Cindy took great pride in watching her son Joey grow up. She especially loved watching him during all of his sporting events.
Family was the cornerstone of Cindy's life. She has such a big heart, always full of love and generosity. Cindy was also fond of being outside and loved sitting by the pool, taking in the sunshine of her backyard. A lifelong Lowell resident, she was a true Highlands girl.
Surviving Cindy are her loving son Joseph "Joey" Cooper of Lowell; her siblings, Donna Jaynes, Gail Carney, Richard "Dicky" Eklund, Phyllis Eklund, Catherine Brady, Alice Eklund, George "Micky" Ward, Jr., and Sherri Fells; her Godson, Shane Carney, whom she adored; many, many nieces, nephews, great nieces and great nephews, and cousins. Cindy leaves her best friend, Joanne Emmons, who sacrificed, cared for her, and made her comfortable during the last months of her life. Joanne, your good deeds are appreciated far beyond any words, and Cindy's son Joey will be forever grateful for the gift of friendship you gave to his Mom.
When you give up something you love for somebody else, it not only shows you are a giving person...it also shows that you have a wonderful heart.
COOPER -- In Lowell, December 3, 2012 at her home, Cindy A. (Eklund) Cooper, 51 a lifelong Lowell resident.
Family and friends may call at the FAY McCABE FUNERAL HOME, 105 MOORE STREET, LOWELL, on THURSDAY from 4 until 8 P.M. Cindy's Funeral will begin on FRIDAY MORNING at 9 o'clock from the Funeral Home, followed by her Funeral Mass at 10 o'clock at HOLY FAMILY PARISH - ST. MARIE'S CHURCH, corner of Chamberlain and Grafton Sts. Lowell.
Her burial service will follow in Westlawn II Cemetery, Lowell.
As an expression of sympathy, donations in Cindy's memory may be made to The Cancer Center at Lowell General Hospital, c/o Development Office, 295 Varnum Avenue, Lowell, MA 01854.
ARRANGEMENTS BY THE FAY McCABE FUNERAL DIRECTORS, 978-459-9222. www.faymccabe.com
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Memories and Condolences
for Cindy Cooper
Laurie Barnum (Blight)
June 4, 2013
Our condolences go out to the Eklund and Cooper family. Tar even though we lost touch throughout the years you were always remembered as a good person. May you rest in peace.
December 9, 2012
cindy you were so brave to hang on now you can rest in peace in your mothers arms to all the family i am so sorry for your loss with love and sorrow cindy kungulus
KAREN BROWN
December 8, 2012
JOEY I SAW CINDYS NAME IN THE OBITS.I AM VERY SORRY. SINCERELY A FRIEND FROM LONG AGO KAREN BROWN
Carrie OBrien
December 7, 2012
My thoughts and prayers are with you.
betty marcouillier
December 6, 2012
to the Ward Eklund family my condolences from the Marcouillier Family alwaus remeber by the Bid D store on Branch St Cindy was only a little girl then my sympathy Betty Marcouillier
Betty Rawnsley
December 6, 2012
Our sympathy to the entire family. It is never easy to let go (and we all know you have had your share). I am sure Cindy will always be in your heart. May she rest in peace.
Betty, Berto and Family
December 6, 2012
To the Ward and Eklund family, may your sister Cindy be remebered as a person loved and respected by family and friends.
Ray McArdle
Kevin Cregg and Family
December 6, 2012
My Deepest Condolences to Cindys Family and Friends..R.I.P.
Bobby and Diane Fraser
December 6, 2012
To the entire Eklund and Cooper families, our deepest sympathies in your time of sorrow.
John and Linda Tevepaugh
December 6, 2012
Dear Joey and family -- Our hearts, thoughts and prayers go out to you. We are so sorry for your loss. Your mother (Tar, as I knew her) will forever be with you! Memories, are what keep us all connected! I will always remember Tar and the good old days hanging out at the castle!
May God Bless you/your family with strength and comfort during this very difficult time.
With Deepest Sympathy...
Love,
Johnny and Linda Tevepaugh
Jill McNamara
December 6, 2012
My deepest sympathies to you Joey and your extended family. May you find comfort in the support from your loved ones.
Mary Gray
December 5, 2012
Tar, You fought the good fight and now may you rest in peace in God's light. He will lead you back home to momma & papa. Our deepest sympathies to the Cooper & Ward Families.
Love,
Auntie Mary & Mal
Sandy, John McCoy & family
Linda Connor Lavoie
December 5, 2012
Dear Joey and family, So sorry to hear of mom,Tar's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Candace Kennedy
December 5, 2012
Tar, I will always hold near & dear our last conversations we had. It meant the world to me to catch up on the years past. I missed so much being away in the Army but you were always close in thoughts & prayers. May you now rest in peace. Give my love to my Mom until we meet again. I will treasure them last phone calls. Love Candy Turner
Al Lenzi Lenzi
December 5, 2012
Cindy and joey my deepest condolencencesto you and your family
Barbara Carroll
December 5, 2012
To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.
Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."
It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.
God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.
I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.
There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.
If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.
So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.
And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.
Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998
Donna Lee
December 5, 2012
Rest in Peace, Tar. xoxo
December 5, 2012
Cindy I will miss you dearly.you were so strong to hang in there.you and only you could be that strong. i will miss that smile on your face that you kepted up even though you were in so much pain, you never gave up.You are in a better place, send my love to all our family. and please watch over us for i will always love you. tammy coppola
Heather Jaynes
December 5, 2012
No words can express how i feel .Tar was one of the most kindest person who would do anything for anyone .She was also an amazing mother to her son Joey and always proud of him and always will be. This is not a good bye this is until i see you again in heaven .Please tell Nana and Papa i miss then and love them.LOVE ALWAYS you niece Heather
Heather Jaynes
December 5, 2012
no words can ever express how i feel . You will forever be missed and thought of .Tar had a heart of gold and would do anything for anyone .She was also an amazing mom to her son Joey and always proud of him .May you rest in peace and send my love to nana and papa until we meet again .I LOVE YOU ALWAYS . Your niece Heather
mary lou mcdermott-boucher
December 5, 2012
So sorry for your loss, keeping all of you in my thoughts and prayers.
colleen jaynes
December 5, 2012
Tar, you will forever be in my heart and in my thoughts, I love you and will miss you....
love colleen
December 5, 2012
Our sincere condolences to the family of Tar. You will be greatly missed by all. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family. RIP, Tar!!!
Michael Lutkus
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