of Paris, AR
June 28, 1936 - December 29, 2024
Joye Lynn (White) Cooper, age 88, of Paris, Arkansas reunited with Charles Cooper Jr., the love of her life of 68 years, on Sunday, December 29, 2024 at Ft. Smith, Arkansas.
Joye was born June 28th, 1936 in Wilmar, Arkansas to Clyde Paschall White and Effie Lee (Cox) White. She was a graduate of Hermitage High School and also obtained her Masters of Florist Certification. Joye and Charles owned and operated Cooper Drug and Cooper's of Paris. Joye was a founding member of the North Logan Mercy Hospital Auxiliary and was very passionate about having an accessible rural hospital for the Paris community. She was a member of Southside Baptist Church in Paris, where she helped establish a Widow's Ministry to connect and offer comfort to those who had lost significant others. She was a strong advocate of higher education and was able to see all of her children and grandchildren complete post-secondary degrees. She enjoyed sharing their educational successes with anyone who would listen.
Joye was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Charles Cooper, Jr.; her brothers, Robert White, Roger White, Larry White and Ted White and her sister, Paulette White Sutton.
She is survived by two daughters, Deborah Cooper Holderfield and husband, Scotty of Herbine; Candace Cooper Rieth and husband, Marlon of Conway; one son, Charles Arthur (Artie) Cooper and wife, Vicky of Fort Smith; eight grandchildren, Zachary Scott Holderfield and wife, Collin of Fayetteville; Christopher Charles Cooper and wife, Hannah of Rogers; Mackenzie Scott Holderfield and wife, Mindi of Herbine; Ashley Cooper Henriques and Matthew of West Memphis; Colin Alexander (Alex) Rieth and wife, Lindsey of Maumelle; Charles Aaron Rieth of Conway; Morgan Stem of Fayetteville and Madison Stem of Bella Vista; eight great grandchildren, Gabriel, Annagale and Ever Lior Holderfield; Livia, Jude, Cooper and Collins Henriques and Charlie Paige Cooper; two brothers, Raymond White of Flower Mound, TX and Nick White of Broken Arrow, OK; numerous nieces and nephews and beloved extended family member, Kristi Pfeiffer.
Funeral services will be under the direction of Roller Funeral Home at Southside Baptist Church, Paris, Arkansas on Thursday, January 2, 2025 at 11:00 a.m. Family will be available for visitation an hour prior to the funeral service.
A graveside service will be held at Prosperity Cemetery in Herbine, (210 Goggans Road, Rison, Arkansas) on Friday, January 3, 2025 at 11:00 a.m.
Pallbearers are Zachary Holderfield, Christopher Cooper, Mackenzie Holderfield, Ashley Cooper Henriques, Colin Rieth and Charles Rieth.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorial contributions be made to Prosperity Cemetery in Herbine (14310 Hwy 35 South, Rison, AR 71665).
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22 Condolence(s)
Lecia Highfield (Baltz)
Saturday, January 4, 2025
So very sorry to hear about the loss of your sweet mother. She will definitely be missed sending all our love
Ruthie Burkett
Friday, January 3, 2025
Your folks were like ours, Vera & Floyd Trisler, you couldn't speak of one without speaking of both! They were well loved in our community. Both couples were great examples of how God intended marriage to be, a partnership & helpmates for each other. I saw that in your Mom & Dad. In the years before my Mom passed, our paths crossed on our weekly Friday trek to the beauty shop. We had many wonderful conversations there.
I know your strength comes from the Lord and He intends for you to lean heavily on Him in the future days. Praying for His comfort.
Lou and Buddy Daniels
Friday, January 3, 2025
Our deepest sympathy we knew them both well for years They are together in heaven at peace
Brenda White Hebert
Thursday, January 2, 2025
May you rest peacefully with Uncle Charles! I am grateful to have had you for an Aunt! I love you always!
Janice Shumate
Thursday, January 2, 2025
I’m so sorry for your loss. She and Charlie were wonderful people! They were special to my family and me!
Colleen Bowman
Thursday, January 2, 2025
Mr and Mrs Cooper we’re really sweet people sorry to hear about Joey.
Henry Frederick
Tuesday, December 31, 2024
So sorry to hear of your loss. Your family is in my prayers.
Sam McGhee
Tuesday, December 31, 2024
I've known Joye a long time. I will miss her a long time. Rest in peace Joye. Keeping the whole family in my thoughts and prayers.
Robert J White JR
Tuesday, December 31, 2024
Aunt Joye was aptly named and loved by all her family. I have good memories of time spent with her and uncle Charles. Her life was well lived indeed.
Kim Trusty
Tuesday, December 31, 2024
Prayers for you all. I am so sad to hear this. Always loved Mr and Mrs Cooper.
Condolences
Stan & Sandy Hatcher
Tuesday, December 31, 2024
So sad to hear of this precious lady’s passing. She has been a staple in our community and always had a smile on her face. She will be greatly missed in Paris! Lifting her family up in prayer!!!!
Carla White
Monday, December 30, 2024
Aunt Joye was always so nice to me. I didn't know her well but the few times we met she was a true joy. My heart goes out to all the family. Sending love, hugs, and prayers to all.
Jeana Sing
Monday, December 30, 2024
I’m so sorry for y’all’s painful loss. As you all know Joy such was a very special lady. My heart is so heavy but I know she is rejoicing! I pray Grace on everyone’s heart.
Judy mccartney
Monday, December 30, 2024
so sorry to hear of joyes passing. I worked with her atCoopers flower shop for two years. It was a pleasure to see how much her and Mr. Cooper cared for each other. She was a great cook too. may she rest in peace with God.
David G Ritch
Monday, December 30, 2024
Sorry for your lose her and the family are in my paryers.
Kelle
Monday, December 30, 2024
Candy, we are so sorry to hear of Joye’s passing. Terry and I will be keeping you and your family in our thoughts and prayers .
Belinda Winston
Monday, December 30, 2024
I loved Mrs. Joye so much and I will miss her greatly. She was an example of what being a true Christian means and I’m so glad she is now with her husband but more than that with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. I’m praying for you all to feel His arms around you as you navigate the days ahead. With much love, Belinda.
Laurene Kennedy
Monday, December 30, 2024
I’m so sad to hear this . To Debbie , Artie, and Candy. Prayers for you all. May the Lord wrap his loving arms around you at this time of loss.
Thinking and praying for all the family.
The reunion in heaven I’m sure was awesome with the love your parents had for each other.
Sheila A Law
Monday, December 30, 2024
So so sorry to hear about Mrs. Cooper. She was a very sweet lady. Thoughts and prayers to all the family. Love, Sheila and family
Marlon Rieth
Monday, December 30, 2024
Love you so much. At home with pawpaw now.
Neal Wade
Monday, December 30, 2024
Cooper Family
You all are in our thoughts and prayers, Mrs Joye was for sure a classy Lady. Loved by many people!
Neal and Tammy Wade
Kelley J Reames
Monday, December 30, 2024
We are so sorry to hear of Joye’s passing. She will be greatly missed. Joye and Charles are together again with their many loved ones. Hugs n prayers to you all with much love.
Kelley & Don Reames
Troyce Robinson