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Dora Cooper Obituary
Dora Emmajean Cooper, 65, of Iberia, passed away at her home surrounded by her loving family on Wednesday, July 7, 2021.
Dora was born in Hamlin, West Virginia on February 11, 1956 to the late Leonard "Buddy" and Rose (Chaney) McCoy. On December 16, 1972, Dora married Roger Cooper Sr., and he survives in Iberia.
Dora worked at Graphic Packaging for 38 years before her retirement. She was a member of the Victory Center Church in Marion. Dora enjoyed being outside, fishing and tending to her flowers. She loved to fill her bird feeders so that the birds and squirrels would not go hungry.
In addition to her husband, Dora is survived by her two sons; Roger (June) Cooper Jr., of Iberia, and James Cooper of Iberia; two brothers; Darrel (Thersa) McCoy of Marion, and Robert (Patty) McCoy of Lincoln Co. WV.; two grandchildren; Joyceanna Cooper and Roger Cooper III; and a nephew; Darrel McCoy Jr.
In addition to her parents, Dora was preceded in death by her daughter; Diana Cooper; grandson; Cameron Bateman, and sister; Joann McCoy-Estep.
Friends may call on Monday, July 12, 2021, from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm at Mark A. Schneider-Gompf Funeral Home; 303 Portland Way North, Galion. The funeral service will be immediately following with Deacon Doral Sharp officiating. Burial will follow at Iberia Cemetery.
Those wishing to share a memory of Dora or condolences to the Cooper family may do so by visiting www.masfh.com.
The Mark A. Schneider-Gompf Funeral Home; 303 Portland Way North, Galion is honored to serve the family of Dora Emmajean Cooper.
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Brenda Culver
July 11, 2021
Dora and I worked together for many years. I have fond memories of her always helping someone and bringing a ray of sunshine to any day. My sincerest sympathy to her family and many loved ones. I hope your faith in God will sustain you all, as I know it did her. Sincerely, Brenda
Virginia,Thompson
July 9, 2021
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
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