Lacretia E. Cooper
Lacretia E. Cooper
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A native of Marianna, Florida she had lived in Lake City since 1972 coming from Sebring, Florida Mrs. Cooper taught school at the Kindergarten Center and Summers Elementary for 19 years. She enjoyed doing crafts and working in her garden. Mrs. Cooper was devoted to her family and church, she was a member of Southside Baptist Church.
Mrs. Cooper is survived by her husband Elwyn Cooper, Lake City, one son, Ethan Cooper (Brandi), Eatonton, GA, one daughter, Sandy Bramel (Mitch), Milton, FL, one brother, James Elmore (Barbara), Cottondale, FL, two sisters, Lenora Lipford, Marianna, FL and Patricia Mims (Max), Jacksonville, FL. Five grandchildren, Stacy, Mallory, Ethan Cole, Ella Caroline and Kellcy also survive.
Funeral services for Mrs. Cooper will be conducted on Thursday, September 29, 2005 at 11:00 A.M. at Southside Baptist Church with Reverend Mike Brown and Bro. Herman Hampton officiating. Interment will follow at Forest Lawn Memorial Gardens Cemetery, Lake City, FL. Visitation with the family will be held from 5:00-7:00 P.M. Wednesday afternoon at the funeral home. Arrangements are under the direction of GATEWAY-FOREST LAWN FUNERAL HOME, 3596 South HWY 441, Lake City. (386) 752-1954. Please sign the guest book at www.gatewayforestlawn.com.
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Linda Barnard Anderson
August 16, 2024
Two of My Best Friends, from MHS in the 1960´s! Lacretia & Patricia Elmore-now Deceased, Miss Them Sooo Much
Kelli Ronsonet
October 7, 2005
I was deeply saddened to see Lacretia had passed away. I was the aide in her first class at the Kindergarten Center. Lacretia was a wonderful teacher; a kind and beautiful person. She will be missed by many. All my thoughts and prayers are with you.
Michael Thompson
October 3, 2005
I was saddened to read of Lacretia's passing in our local paper. We graduated Marianna High School in 1965. I remember she and Patricia as part of those good times in life. My prayers to her entire family.
Michael Flanagan
October 1, 2005
With Deepest Sympathy, Michael Flanagan
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Alison (Elmore) Williams
October 1, 2005
I just want my family to know how much I thought of Aunt Lacretia and how much she will be missed. I will never forget the good times our family has shared together and I am sooo thankful that Aunt Lacretia and Aunt Patricia started our Elmore Reunion. Uncle Elwyn, Sandy, Mitch, Ethan, Brandi, and kids, I Love You All Very Much and I know that the Lord will comfort you in the days to come. Love, Alison
Norma Laramore Hock
September 29, 2005
My thoughts and prayers are with you all. My most vivid memory of the first day of school of first grade at Golson Elem. is of Lacretia and Patricia crying because they did not want to be separated. Too many memories to list. We started 1st grade together and we graduated MHS together. It is good to know she had a good fulfilling life. Love to all. Norma
DIANE BROCK-CLAYTON
September 29, 2005
I was just checking the Marianna paper today and saw the notice about
Lacretia and my heart just broke. Patricia and Lacretia were great friends is high school. Lacretia was a great freind and I hate it that we did not keep intouch. I am so sorry for her family because she was such a kind, considerate, and great person and friend in high school. I feel so lucky to have known her. My the lord ease you pain during this time and know that she is in a better place.
Donnie Hussey
September 29, 2005
I was saddened when I read of this in the local newspaper this morning. Betty & I knew Lecretia & Patricia back during our school days. Her brother James is one of my very best friends that I have today. Patricia's husband Max was one of my best friends back during my school days. Our prayers certainly go out for the family. I rejoice in the fact that I know that one day that as believers in Jesus Christ, we will be reunited in Heaven with a perfect body & we will be there forever.
Bill Dean
September 29, 2005
Our entire family sends our sympathies to Lacretia's family. We grew up with her and the rest of the Elmores while living down the street from them many years ago. My wife, Brenda Granger Dean, graduated with the twins, it seems like a lifetime ago. We love you all:
Bill and Brenda
Annis Mayo
Greg Dean
annelle hall mcdaniel
September 29, 2005
i knew her very well as a child growing up at new hope church her and patricia. very wonderful person. it breaks my heart to lose someone like her at our young age
Teri & Ethan Purvis
September 28, 2005
Some of my favorite childhood memories are those spent with all of you. Knowing your family has left a lasting impression in my life. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. All our love -
Sherwood and Myrt Gustafson
September 28, 2005
Elwyn Cooper and Family, Our Deepest Heartfelt Sympathy and Prayers goes out to all of you. Friends always,Love, Sherwood and Myrt and Family.
Trenton & Brenda Brown
September 27, 2005
Although we only knew Lacretia for a very short time we felt from the very beginning as if we had known both Lacretia and Elwyn for much longer. We know what a good person she was and how much she loved Elwyn and her family. Our thoughts and prayers are with Elwyn, Ethan, Brandi and family during this difficult time.
Betsy Touchton
September 27, 2005
Elwyn and family,
Lacretia was an inspiration to anyone who knew her. She was such a positive person the entire time she was sick. She will truly be missed. My thoughts and prayers are with you. I pray God's peace and love will comfort you all at this difficult time.
Chris Summerlin
September 27, 2005
I am so sorry for your loss of your wife and mother. Ms. Cooper taught my son, Mason in 2001. She touched his life through her work at Summers. Every year when school started he wanted to see Ms. Cooper first before going to meet his new teacher. He is in 4th grade and will miss her greatly. May God be with you all during your time of loss but know she touched many lives.
Gail Blackwelder
September 27, 2005
Elwyn, the Stormwater staff at Seminole County wishes to extend our deepest sympathy to you and your family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Trent Brown
September 27, 2005
In life you meet very few truthfully beautiful people. Mrs. Lacretia has been one in mine. I am blessed to have her in my heart and memories. She will be dearly missed.
kathy kackley (haley)
September 27, 2005
Sandy, it has been a long long time but I wanted you to know I have never forgotten you and your family and what a wonderful lady your mother was. She was like another mother to me for awhile and I have always cherished the fond memories. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Kathy Kackley Haley
Veronica McGuinness
September 27, 2005
I am so sorry for your loss.Mrs.Cooper taught my daughter Jessica in 2002/kindergarten..She was a wonderful lady and an excellent teacher , She will be missed greatly...Our thoughts and prayers are with you..God Bless you
George Hudson
September 27, 2005
Mrs. Cooper,
You will forever be remembered. Thank you for the care and attention that you gave to both of my children, Codi and Chrysten, in Kindergarten so many years ago.
Rest in peace.
Merle Williams
September 27, 2005
It was my honor and pleasure to know Lacretia. Our hearts were so saddened to hear of her passing. We are praying that our Lord of all comfort will provide to you strength and healing for the days and nights to come. Mrs. Sarah remembers so fondly the days that she taught Lacretia, Patricia & the other girls in VBS and GA's at New Hope Baptist here in Marianna. Lacretia truly grew up to make a real positive mark on her family, her kids at school, but most of all God's kingdom. We know that the legacy she leaves behind is one we should all strive to follow. God Bless You All. To honor her legacy, Mr.Herbert, Mrs.Sarah, and I will be donating Gideon Bibles in her loving memory.
Merle (Alison Elmore Williams' mom-in-law)
Margaret Lizotte
September 26, 2005
I am so sorry for your loss. I taught with Lacretia at Summers. She was a brave lady the entire time. We all admire her courage.
The Staff of Gateway-Forest Lawn Funeral Home
September 26, 2005
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
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