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Funeral: 2:30 p.m. Friday, October 10th at Frank & Bright Funeral Home
Visitation: 4-8 p.m. Thursday at Frank & Bright Funeral Home
Interment: Oskaloosa Cemetery
Melissa Cooper, age 32, of Xenia, Illinois passed away Monday, October 6, 2014 at the Siteman Center of Barnes-Jewish Hospital in St. Louis, Missouri.
Melissa was born October 22, 1981 in Effingham, Illinois to David and Barbara (Fitch) Dennis. She married Travis Cooper on February 2, 2008. She worked at Dairy Queen when she was a teenager and later at Little Buckeroos. It was her love of children that led Melissa to graduate from Eastern Illinois University with a Bachelor’s in Elementary Education. She worked for CPS in Flora as an Administrative Coordinator for 5 years and was a substitute teacher. She also was a member of First Southern Baptist Church and in 1997 gave her life to Jesus. Most importantly, being a mother to Bethany was the center of Melissa’s life.
Melissa is survived by her husband: Travis Cooper of Xenia; daughter: Bethany Cooper; parents: Dave and Barbara Dennis of Flora; in-laws: Gary and Rita Cooper of Xenia; 2 brothers: Michael Scott (Cynthia) Dennis of Flora and Nathan David Dennis of Flora; sister-in-law: Laura (Pat) Blomme of Victor, IA; paternal grandparents: Ralph and Marie Dennis of Flora; Travis’ grandfather: Paul (the late Noma) Mullins of Ingraham; uncles and aunts: Ed (Nancy) Dennis of Salem, Randy Dennis of Flora, Gary Dennis of Flora, Mark (Lori) Antrim of Marshall, John (Kendra) Firek of Algonquin; and nieces: Laney and Ruthie Blomme, and Allison Dennis. In addition, several cousins, extended family and friends also survive. She was preceded in death by her maternal grandparents: Jonathan and Beulah Fitch and Travis’ paternal great-grandparents: Vernon and Sara Cooper.
A funeral service for Melissa Cooper will be held at 2:30 p.m. Friday, October 10, 2014 at Frank & Bright Funeral Home in Flora. Interment will follow in Oskaloosa Cemetery, Xenia. Visitation will be from 4-8 p.m. Thursday at Frank & Bright Funeral Home. Memorial donations may be given to Clay County Cancer Crusaders or Clay County Hospice and will be accepted at the funeral home.
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Our sincere condolences to the Cooper and Dennis families. We are so very saddened to hear of Melissa's passing. There are no words to help ease your pain but please know that you are all in our thoughts and prayers. May God comfort and strengthen you during this difficult time and in the days ahead.
Our thoughts and prayers are of the family,.....may God comfort and keep them,....always. Heaven has received another Angel,......
Prayers go out for your families!Rest assured Melissa is at peace resting in the arms of God!God Bless you all!!
Our Deepest Sympathy For Your Loss. We Pray For Your Families In This Painful Time. Melissa Was A Kind And Caring Person Who Will Always Be Remembered.
Travis, our hearts are breaking for you and your daughter. May you find comfort in God's love.
Are hearts and prayers go out to all of you as you travel this difficult journey. May God's peace find you.
My heart goes out to the family of Melissa and prayers for God's presence and comfort during this time. I am so very sorry for your loss of this beautiful person, she will be missed.
My prayers are with you Travis...and your daughter...Your Mom and Dad will help you through this.
Hugs for all your family.
I cannot imagine the loss Travis, Bethany, and the rest of Melissa's family are experiencing right now. Our prayers and deepest condolences go out to her family. May God give you peace and strength through this difficult time.
Our sincere thoughts and prayers go out to you during this very difficult time.
I am so sorry for your loss this was way to soon but God always has a plan for us all. Hugs and prayers to this whole family.
We are so sorry for your loss. Our prayers are with you and your family. May God help you and comfort you.
Travis,I'm so sorry for your loss!!My thoughts are with you and your families!
Dave and Barb, So very sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
Dave & Family We are so sorry for your loss. You are in our thoughts
we are so very sorry.
Travis and family, I would like to extend my sympathy to you and all your family. You are in my thoughts and prayers, and I pray that God will grant you strength and comfort in the days ahead.
Travis and Family, We are so very sorry for your loss. You all are in our thoughts and prayers.
Our heartfelt condolences to the family of Melissa Cooper. May God Bless You!
Laura, you have my sympathy in the loss of your sister inlaw, Melissa.
Travis, So sorry for your loss. Prayers for you, your daughter, and your family!
So sorry for your loss. Keeping the family in my thoughts as you face the difficult time ahead.
Our prayers n thoughts are going out to the Dennis and Cooper families. She was such a sweet and caring person.
You have our prayers & sympathies through this difficult time.
Travis & family, I am so sorry for your loss. I pray that you can find peace and comfort in your time of sorrow.
Prayers for the family.
So very sad to hear of your daughters passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this sad time.
So sorry for your loss. Melissa will me missed. You are in our hearts and prayers.
Deepest sympathy & prayers for healing to all family members as you deal with the brokeness of your loss..my you find strenght & cherish the memories of Melissa in the days to come...God Bless
Sorry to hear of your loss, you are in our thoughts and prayers during this very difficult time. May God give you comfort and strength.
My thoughts and prayers go to all the family. My heart goes out to Bethany.
Thinking of you all during this very difficult time. No words can ease the pain of losing a special loved one....Please know that people are praying for your peace and comfort over the next few days, as well into the next few months. You all have a beautiful angel smiling down on you.....
Travis, I was so sorry to hear of Melissa's passing. You and your precious daughter will be in our families prayers today and for the days ahead. Prayers for God's peace and love to carry you and your families through each and every day.
So very sorry for your loss. Such a beautiful and deeply loved young woman.
My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family.
So sorry for your loss. Your family will be in our thoughts & prayers.
so sorry to hear about your loss you and your hole family in our thoughts and prayes.
My thoughts & prayers go out to your family.
Our thoughts and prayers are with the families. May God comfort and strengthen you during this difficult time. I know how a strong family you are and how you will be there for each other.
My most wonderful memory of Melissa was watching her with beautiful Bethany. I remember thinking 'What a wonderful mother'. Mel was a woman of great strength and from the beginning I had great admiration for her determination in dealing with her illness. I have such deep respect for this amazing woman.
It's times like these that living so far away brings real heartache. We all wish we could be there in Illinois, not in Europe. love you all
So sorry for your loss. God bless you all & comfort you all during this time.
Travis, You have our deepest sympathies and will always be in our thoughts and prayers along with all of your family
In Loving Memory of your Dear Melissa, We know from experience the grief you are feeling at this sad time in your lives. Nothing is harder than loosing a child or grandchild . Please know that you will remain in our prayers. Your strong Faith in God will be your comfort in the days ahead. God Bless each and everyone of you...
There are simply no words that can take away your pain. We are so sorry for your loss. What a blessing to know that she is in such an awesome place. A place where she is free- free from all pain and free to run and leap with joy. May God bless, keep and comfort you as you go thru this very difficult time. May you find peace in all the memories and hope of seeing her again someday. God bless you all.
Sorry for your great loss . May God wrap you in his loving arms and comfort you in the coming days.You are in our prayers.
My deepest and most sincere sympathy to Melissa's family. May God provide all you need this day and every day!
Our heartfelt sympathy to the family for your loss.
We are so sorry to hear the loss of Melissa. It is so difficult to understand why such a wonderful girl has to leave us at such a young age. Our hearts and prayers go out to the Cooper and Dennis family.
So sorry for the loss of your loved one.
Travis- So sorry to hear about Melissa. We will keep you, Bethany and your family in our prayers.
So sorry to hear about the loss of Melissa. My thoughts and prayers go out to the Cooper/Dennis families in this difficult time... May God give you peace and comfort in this hard time...
Travis and Family...I am so deeply sorry to learn of Melissa's passing! I shall always think of her sweet smile and gentle nature! God bless you, Travis, as you cope with this great loss. Please know that you are all in our thoughts and prayers.
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