Mary E. Cooper's Obituary
Mary E. Cooper, age 71, passed away Monday, December 4, 2023. She was born March 24, 1952 in Muskegon to Robert and Ruth (Steigelman) Alberts. Mary graduated from Ravenna High School in 1970. On February 15, 1969, she married Michael D. Cooper in Ravenna, and he preceded her in death in 2008. Mary worked as a Para Pro in the Oakridge and Ravenna School Districts for over 30 years. She was a member of the Ravenna Conservation Club and enjoyed the outdoors, especially fishing and camping. SURVIVORS include two sons: Troy (Casie) Cooper of Ravenna and Christopher (Denise) Cooper of North Muskegon; eight grandchildren: Brittany (Zack) MacLeod, Bailey, Brezlyn, Kaia, Calvin, Bristol, Nicole Karel, and Tanner Karel; three great-grandchildren: Julian, Jude, and Sutton; her significant other, Dave Galdeen of Ravenna and his children: Daniel (Heather), Stacy (Kyle), and Teegan (Ben); two brothers: Thomas Alberts of West Palm Beach, FL and James (Patricia) Alberts of Coopersville; and several nieces and nephews. Mary was also preceded in death by her parents and a brother, Robert Alberts Jr. A Celebration of Mary’s Life will be held from 2:00 PM until 5:00 PM Saturday, January 13, 2024 at the Ravenna Conservation Club (2530 S. Slocum Rd., Ravenna, MI 49451). In lieu of flowers, donations to Heartland Hospice will be appreciated. Share memories with the family at their online guest book at www.sytsemafh.com Arrangements by The Ravenna Chapel of Sytsema Funeral and Cremation Services, 3570 Thomas St., Ravenna, MI 49451, 231-853-6511
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