Beverly Batchelor Cooper
November 4, 1929 ~ November 30, 2013
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NASHVILLE - Beverly Batchelor Cooper died on November 30, 2013 at the age of 84 in her home in Nashville, NC surrounded by her family. Born to Ethel Thorne and Willard Pell Batchelor on November 4, 1929 in Nashville, NC, Beverly graduated cum laude from Meredith College with a Bachelors Degree in Religion. She later attained her Masters in Education and French from the University of North Carolina at Charlotte. Beverly and her beloved husband, Roy, were childhood sweethearts and wed in September of 1952. She and Roy lived in Nashville for the rest of their lives.
Beverly was a renowned public school teacher having taught French and English in middle school and high school for the Nash County School System. Many of her students who have grown up to live successful lives attribute their start to Beverlys inspirational teaching. In her role as a teacher, Beverly worked nights, days and weekends preparing lesson plans that would help inspire and shape young minds. She believed in the power of education.
After her teaching career, Beverly earned a Paralegal Degree and came back to help with the law office of her husband, her two sons, Roy and Pell and their law partners. She helped the office run smoothly with her accounting, paralegal and people skills.
Beverly enjoyed her work with Kappa Kappa Gamma, the Honorary Teachers Society and the Nashville Baptist Church where she served as a Sunday school teacher, Vacation Bible School Superintendent and choir member. She loved her book club, her birthday club, reading, theater, music and dance.
Beverly was a woman of deep faith who contemplated going into the ministry. However, she decided that public school teaching and raising her family were her callings. By the grace of God, she fought cancer courageously at different times over the years. She was grateful for her full, joyful life.
Beverly leaves behind her husband, Roy A. Cooper, Jr., son, Roy A. Cooper, III and wife, Kristin, son Pell C. Cooper and wife Meredith and four grandchildren, Hilary, Natalie, Claire, and Marelle. Beverly also leaves many dear friends and extended family.
Visitation for family and friends will occur 6:00pm to 8:00pm Tuesday, December 3, 2013 at Wheeler and Woodlief Funeral Home. A service to remember Beverly will be held at 11:00am Wednesday morning at Nashville Baptist Church with Rev. Alfred Ayscue officiating.
In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to the Nashville Baptist Church, P.O. Box 637, Nashville NC 27856 or the Boys and Girls Club of Nash/Edgecombe Counties, P.O. Box 1622, Rocky Mount NC 27802.
Arrangements entrusted to Wheeler and Woodlief Funeral Home, 1130 N. Winstead Avenue, Rocky Mount NC. You may share your memories and send the family condolences online by visiting www.wheelerwoodlief.com.
Visitation
Wheeler & Woodlief Funeral Home & Cremation Services
1130 N. Winstead Ave.
Rocky Mount, NC 27804
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Tuesday 12/3, 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Service
Nashville Baptist Church
512 E. Washington Street
Nashville, NC 27856
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Wednesday 12/4, 11:00 am
Cemetery
Forest Hill Cemetery
350 North 1st Street, Ext.
Nashville, NC 27856
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Mrs Cooper was my 9th grade English teacher. She was a great educator and a very sweet lady. Linda Moore
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We are so sorry for your loss, she was such a wonderful woman and will be greatly missed. Our deepest condolences, Ihab & Estelle
I met Beverly several years ago when we took aerobics and yoga classes together at Fitness Express. She was telling me one day that she had been a teacher and had also worked as a paralegal in the Cooper Law Firm. I told her that Mr. Roy Cooper and my mother were first cousins. She looked at me so surprised, and said, well he’s my husband. And I had gone to school with her son,Coop. Funny that we had a family connection. I was more than happy to claim her! While I wish I had of known her better, I certainly enjoyed our conversations at the gym. She was always so energetic and loved when the instructor would play the song Hot Stuff for one of our classes. She was so cool!! It saddens me to know that she is no longer here, but I know her spirit still lives on. May God bless all of those that mourn her passing. I know she will be missed by many. Sincerely, Debbie Batts Winstead NNSH Class of 74 daughter of Pauline Dale Smith Batts
She was my favorite teacher. God has another angel. Tim Jones Red Oak graduate, 1956
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time. May God’s grace and love see you through the days ahead. You are all a reflection of a wonderful woman who gave so much of herself. The Family of George and Mildred Matthews
I remember Mrs. Cooper at Vacation Bible School. She was so much fun and the little ones enjoyed her classes. That summer that I helped Mrs. Cooper was an experience that I will never forget. I carry her thoughts daily in my classes. I also remember the time that I tasted real pineapple at the farm. That when Mrs. Cooper told us that the best part of the pineapple was the center. Since then when I eat pineapple I always remember that afternoon at the farm. She was the best. Debbie and Johnny Turner
You are in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. Tommy Sasser
A loss of a mother is never easy, but our thoughts and prayers will be with you during this time of sorrow. With deepest sympathy, Sheriff Len D. Hagaman & Staff of The Watauga County Sheriff’s Office.
Sheriff David S. Grice and staff of the Davidson County Sheriff’s Office send our deepest sympathy and prayers for your loss. May God be with you during this time. Sincerely Sheriff David S. Grice
Mrs. Cooper was my English GT teacher at Southern Nash Jr. I can remember working for her after school grading papers, etc. And I have fond memories of visiting the home when she had young French friends come for a stay. She definitely was a positive influence in my life as I went on to become a high school teacher. With deepest sympathy, Pam Boone Winterrowd
Mrs. Cooper was my 10th grade French teacher at Northern Nash High School. I remember her as very vibrant and energetic teacher who introduced me to a new and exciting culture. I will never forget her. I’m so very sorry to hear of her passing.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. May many shared memories bring you comfort and peace at this time of sorrow. Bob and Amy Andrews Bloomer
I did not know Mrs. Beverly personally, but I know her sons, Coop and Pell, and her husband, Roy. Their integrity and achievements speak volumes about what kind of lady she was, and how she impacted people’s lives. My thoughts and prayers are with the Cooper family as they grieve the loss of one loved so dearly. May God bless and comfort your whole family in the days to come.
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To the Cooper family know that God is with you in the loss of your loved one. May you find peace in the thought that your loved one is in a better place. Blessed are they that mourn for they shall be comforted. – Matthew 54 (King James Version). With deepest sympathy, Edgecombe County Sheriff James L. Knight and Staff.
We are deeply saddened to learn of Mrs. Cooper’s passing and extend to you our most heartfelt sympathy! She was a fine lady of great influence and stature. A true matriarch! We consider knowing Mrs. Cooper one of the blessings in our life. Her smile, pleasant personality, and kind heart will be missed by Marci and I and all who new her. May god provide you peace and comfort during this difficult time. Ed & Marci White
My special prayers are with you during this difficult time. I send my love and deepest sympathy. Barbara Cooley
I only met Beverly once and thoroughly enjoyed meeting her. She was a lovely lady. What wonderful memories I am sure you have of her. Carol Joyner Booth
Au revoir, Mme. Cooper! You will be missed terribly by all who loved your smile, your laugh, and your contagious positive attitude. High school French was many years ago, but I still have wonderful memories of your class. …and to her family, May God hold you in the palm of his hand to comfort you during this difficult loss. He loves you and knows your pain. May His strength become yours when your strength fails.