of Onia, AR
May 20, 1945 - September 9, 2023
Betty Cooper, 78, of Onia, Arkansas left this world September 9, 2023 and awoke in the arms of her Lord and Savior. She was born May 20, 1945 in Onia, Arkansas to the late Lonnie and Lena (Fletcher) Lawrence.
Betty lived a full and rewarding life. She was a member of Timbo Valley Assembly of God Church where she loved to worship and fellowship with her church family. She loved to shop, paint and cook. She was an excellent writer who was also known to be extremely organized. Her family described her as intelligent, a true conversationalist and very pleasant to be around. She supported a variety of causes, such as, Breast Cancer, Disabled American Veterans and St. Jude's. She enjoyed listening to gospel and country music and loved to drag her family to Randy Travis, Merle Haggard and Mickey Gilley concerts. She was also involved in community service at her church and loved working the elections with two of her younger siblings. She also enjoyed people whatever she was doing. She was an excellent teacher and had a great love for teaching children. She taught at Timbo School for over twenty years where she was loved by many of her students. She was most proud of her grandchildren. They filled her heart with their smiling faces and gave her complete joy. She had the privilege of taking care of Kade frequently and he became the apple of her eye.
Betty is survived by her husband, Bill Cooper; daughter, Sherri (Gary) Smith; son, Gary (Melanie) Fulks; one sister, Martha (Dean) May; one brother, Jimmy Lawrence and a host of grand children; great-grand children; extended family and friends.
Betty is preceded in death by three sisters, Velma Rorie, Ruby Sutterfield and Ann Hedrick and two brothers, Danny Lawrence and DL Lawrence.
All that knew Betty will miss her presence and will look for the day of being reunited with her.
Visitation for Betty Cooper will be held at 10:00 a.m. at Timbo Valley Assembly of God Church in Timbo, Arkansas and the funeral service will follow at 11:00, with Bro David Campbell and Terry Morgan officiating.
Pallbearers are Jon Fulks, Josh Fulks, Grant Guthrie, Jacob Fulks, Cruz Brattin, Aaron Fulks and Ethan Fulks. Honorary pallbearers are Jess Cooper, Cally Basner, Kade Fulks and Junior Barham.
Roller Crouch Funeral Home in Mountain View, Arkansas is in charge of the arrangements.
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13 Condolence(s)
Melissa Jackson Buchholz
Sunday, September 17, 2023
My condolences on the loss of Mrs. Betty! She was so sweet and one of my favorite teachers at Timbo School! Prayers for the family!
Keith and Katie Martin
Saturday, September 16, 2023
We will always remember Mrs. Betty, Mrs. Martha and Mr. Lawrence when we remember our days in school. We have much love and respect for them all and we are praying for the entire family of Mrs. Betty. She was a great lady and she will be missed by everyone in our community.
Starla
Saturday, September 16, 2023
I am so sorry for your loss she was an amazing person
Reva George
Saturday, September 16, 2023
Dear family of sister Betty, so sorry for your loss, she will be greatly missed, she was a dear friend and class mate, and one of my youngest daughter's teacher, she was a wonderful person to know, and a true friend.
Nellie Powell Wilson
Friday, September 15, 2023
So sorry for the loss. Betty was a wonderful person and will be missed by her family and friends! Prayers going up for Betty's family to have strength during these times. Nellie (Powell)Wilson.
Peggy Trammell
Friday, September 15, 2023
Ms. Betty was a friend to all and I certainly enjoyed working with her at Timbo School for 12 years!! She will be Missed and Remembered!!ðŸ’😘
Pat Brewer Necum
Friday, September 15, 2023
Our families were always very close. As siblings so many of us were same age, same classes in school. We all went to church together for many years. Lots of love to all her family. The children and grandchildren of Melvin and Retha Brewer
Brenda Lewis
Friday, September 15, 2023
I am so sorry for your loss. Betty was a friend to everyone and I enjoyed working the elections with her.
Holly Treat
Wednesday, September 13, 2023
She helped me through this world more than anyone will ever know!
My condolences to the family.
Terry Morgan
Wednesday, September 13, 2023
Sister Betty was a blessing! She will be missed by her church family. Heaven is getting sweeter all the time. Praying for Bill, family, and friends.
Sherri Smith
Wednesday, September 13, 2023
I keep picking up my phone to call you. I love you and miss you mama.
Reece Hubberd
Tuesday, September 12, 2023
So sorry for your loss,Betty was a good friend loved talking with her .Reece and Frances Hubberd
Doug Brewer
Monday, September 11, 2023
Gary, Sherri and family. I am so very sorry to hear about Betty. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. May God comfort all of you in the days ahead.