Gertrude Ann "Peggy" Cooper

Gertrude Ann Frary Cooper (Peggy) was called home on January 15, 2016 in Bloomington, IN at the age of 86. Peggy was born on April 2, 1929 in Jackson Heights, NY. She was the third daughter of Paul Frary and Gertrude Pettijohn Frary. Her early years were spent in Great Neck, NY until the untimely death of her father at the early age of 11. She then moved to Indianapolis, IN where she completed her education and graduated from Shortridge High School. She later attended Butler University as a Journalism major. She was a member of Pi Beta Phi Sorority and continued her support of the organization at Indiana University. She married the joy of her life, Richard H. Cooper, June 8, 1952. They shared 62 wonderful years together until his passing last year. Peggy was an active member of the First Presbyterian Church. She was president of the Women's Association and loved Bible study. Her contribution to the community was extensive and included Boys and Girls scout leader, Meals on Wheels, and volunteer. She was a 50 year member of P.E.O., a philanthropic organization, to promote the education and success of women. She was also a past president and founder of Chapter CR in Bloomington. She enjoyed playing bridge and tennis, aerobic dancing, reading, poetry, theater, and was an avid traveler. Her favorite trips were to Egypt and China. She loved collecting photos, scrapbooking, and journaled consistently over the years. She was featured in the Herald Telephone Newspaper several times and even wrote an historical article. Surviving members include her five children: Gayle Kimmell (Jim) Fishers, IN; Ken (Debby) Eldridge, IA; Carolyn Coyne (Steve) Carmel, IN; Keith (Kelly) Mays Landing, NJ; and Dann (Dixie) Bloomington, IN. She leaves behind 5 grandchildren and 9 great grandchildren. She is proceeded in death by her parents, husband, 2 sisters Francis Sharp and Blanche Barnes, and granddaughter Sarah Jean Cooper. Funeral Services will be held at First Presbyterian Church in Bloomington Tuesday, January 19, 2016 at 1:00pm with Rev Andy Kort officiating visitation will be form 11:00am to service time at the church. Burial will follow at Valhalla Memory Gardens. Memorial contributions may be made to the Sarah Jean Cooper Scholarship Fund The family wishes to thank all caregivers from Autumn Hills Alzheimer’s Special Care Center and Hospice. You are invited to share a memory or leave an online condolence to Peggy’s family at www.allenfuneralhome.org

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Gertrude Ann "Peggy" Cooper

April 2, 1929 - January 15, 2016