"Condolences to the Coofer Family from An old friend Dotty Barbosa Duarte former Fahey Ave friend. My Prayers are with all of you."
In loving memory of
Annabelle Coofer
May 27, 1930 - November 17, 2012
Annabelle Lee (Johnson) Coofer, 82, of Newport, RI, passed away at the Forest Farm Nursing Home in Middletown, RI on Saturday, November 17, 2012.Annabelle was born on May 27, 1930 in Newport, RI, the daughter of the late Marjorie (Yates) Johnson and Leroy Johnson. She was married to the late Frank Coofer, Jr. for 52 years. She graduated from Rogers High School, Newport, RI in 1948 and was the recipient of the high schools Quote Club Award. She worked as a licensed child care provider for many years; she was also a personal assistant to several widows and an inspector at Bristol Knit in Fall River and as a clerk for the former Al Gamins Company.She was a member of the Community Baptist Church in Newport. She is survived by three daughters, Rebecca Price of Spotsylvania, VA, Jennifer Coofer of Lowell, MA and Gaynell Thompkins of St. Petersburg, FL; two sons, Barry Coofer of Middletown, RI and Steven Coofer of Lexington, KY. She leaves two siblings, Marjorie Harris of Stanton, CA and Leonard Coleman of Middletown, RI; nine grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren and several nieces, nephews and cousins. She also leaves her foster grandson, Brandon Hawkins of Chula Vista, CA and close friends, Josephine and Johnnie Brown of Newport, RI. Preceding her in death were her sisters, Alice Simmons and Evelyn Godbolt.Her funeral will be held on Wednesday, November 21, 2012 at 12 noon in Community Baptist Church, 50 Dr. Marcus Wheatland Blvd., Newport, RI. Visitation with the family will be held on Wednesday, November 21, 2012 from 11 am - 12 noon in the church prior to the funeral service.In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Cri-du-Chat Syndrome, 5P Society, Treasurer, PO Box 268, Lakewood, CA 90714-0268. Cemetery Details Newport Memorial Park Vaucluse Avenue Middletown, RI, Visitation NOV 21. 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM Community Baptist Church 50 Dr. Marcus Wheatland Boulevard Newport, RI, US, 02840 Service NOV 21. 12:00 PM Community Baptist Church 50 Dr. Marcus Wheatland Boulevard Newport, RI, US, 02840
Tributes
"CONDOLENCES JENNIFER AND ALL THE COOFER FAMILY FROM AN OLD FRIEND WHO WORKED WITH YOU ON COURT RELATED MATTERS. IT IS TOUGH WHEN MOTHERS GOES TO GOD; SHE HAS BEEN PRAYING FOR THIS ALL HER EIGHTY-TWO YEARS. MY MOTHER WAS GIVING MORE TIME BUT I'M SURE SHE HAS WELCOMED ANNABELLE INTO HEAVEN FOR ALL ETERNITY. THANK GOD!"
"To the family of Mrs. Coofer - my thoughts and prayers are with you. May you hold tight on to wonderful memories. May God see each of you through this painful time."
"Barry, Ruth and I wish to extend our condolences and let you know you and your family are all in our thoughts and prayers."
"Steve, Barry and Family, My thoughts and prayers go out to you all. Lean on one another for comfort. Your faith will help you through this difficult time.Clifton Gaines"
"Rebecca -I remember seeing you and your mom at the grocery store and cracking up. Or driving by my moms house while she was taking you to work and waving.Prayers of peace and comfort to you and your family. God will see you through this transition and His love and grace will bring you together again in paradise one day.-George Canonizado and Family"
"When someone you love becomes a memory, the memory becomes a treasure. I cannot begin to say I know how you feel but I do know things will become easier as time mends your heart."
"To Barry and Family. So very sorry for your lose. Great memories on Newport Ave. What a great lady, God Bless her and your family.Jeff Barlow"
"The Price Family purchased the Strength & Solace Spray for the family of Annabelle Coofer."
"To Barry and the Coofer family, I'm sorry to hear of your mother's passing. May memories bring you comfort during this difficult time. You are in my thoughts and prayers.-Laurie (Spencer) Dutra"