Joyce E. Cooper, 90
Joyce Elizabeth “Betty” Cooper, 90, a long-time resident of Andover, died peacefully in her home on Wednesday afternoon, October 20, 2010.
Born in Waynesboro, Pennsylvania, Betty was the daughter of Clarence and Alta (Arnold) Heller. She was a graduate of Waynesboro High School and Drexel University and worked as a systems analyst for IBM before devoting herself to the care of her family.
Betty was an active member of West Parish Church and served on the Operations Commission and the Cemetery Operations Committee. For almost two decades she worked diligently on the restoration and beautification of the West Parish Garden Cemetery.
She is survived by her children, Edwin A. Cooper of Tewksbury, Scott B. Cooper of Andover, and Dr. Susan C. Cooper of Oxford, England; grandchildren, Cheryl A. Cooper of Tewksbury and Daniel T. Cooper of North Andover and several nieces. She was also the sister of the late Catherine L. Reeder of Waynesboro, Pennsylvania.
Calling hours were held in the West Parish Garden Cemetery Chapel, 129 Reservation Road, Andover, on Sunday, October 31, 2010 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Her funeral and burial was private. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the West Parish Garden Cemetery, 129 Reservation Road, Andover, MA 01810. For additional information, please visit www.burkemagliozzi.com.