Flossie Cooper

Flossie Higgins Cooper, of Jonesboro, passed from this life at her home on November 16, 2011 in Jonesboro. She was born June 2, 1934 to Ernest (Dick) and Grace Higgins in Dixie, Arkansas. Flossie lived all of her life in Craighead and Greene Counties. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by two sisters, Clella Hairrell and Dorothy Overall of the Dixie community and one brother, Jack (Dempsey) Higgins of Jonesboro. Flossie leaves behind her devoted husband of 46 years; Kenneth H. Cooper, of the home. In addition, other survivors include her daughter, Penny (Jim) McDaniel and her son, Kyle Cooper, of Jonesboro. She also leaves her 3 precious grandchildren, Kayla Cooper, Jacelyn McDaniel and Katie Cooper, also of Jonesboro. Flossie is also survived by a brother, Walter (Mary Jane) Higgins of Jonesboro. A loving and faithful wife, revered mother, and loyal friend, Flossie loved her Lord and cherished her family. She was a member of Trinity Baptist Church in Dixie, where she served as church secretary for many years. The family will receive friends from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM, Thursday, at Heath Funeral Home. Her life will be celebrated at Heath Colonial Chapel, 1:30 PM, Friday, with Dr. Jesse Thomas officiating. Interment will follow at Pine Log Cemetery. Pallbearers are James Baggett, James Garrett, Wayne Cooper, David Cooper, Larry Boling and Richard Martin. Sign online guestbook at www.heathfuneralhome.com.