Donna Jean Cooper
Donna Jean Cooper, 74, of Ft. Mitchell, KY, passed away peacefully on Sunday, November 24, 2024.
Donna was born on October 11, 1950, in Covington, KY and spent her life dedicated to both her work and her family. She had a long and fulfilling career, working for over 30 years in Information Technology and Security with the Airport Police Department. After her retirement, Donna’s love for her family continued to shine brightly. Even in retirement, she continued working to ensure she could spoil and support her loved ones.
A creative spirit, Donna was a gifted seamstress who could craft anything with her hands, from intricate clothing to household items. Her creativity extended beyond her craft to a deep appreciation for American history, especially the Civil War. She enjoyed traveling to historic sites, with a particular fondness for Gettysburg and other Civil War reenactment locations. Her love of history and travel was matched by her enjoyment of life’s simpler pleasures, especially the family tradition of attending dinner and a show at the Aronoff Center for the Arts in Cincinnati.
Donna was preceded in death by her parents, Ray Arthur and Eula Jean Sims; brothers, Donnie Sims and Roy Sims; and son, Christopher Ellis.
She is survived by her son, Andy (Shannon) Ellis; grandchildren: Makenna (Brett) Stegner, Zane (Lacy) Shoemaker and Drew Ellis; great-granddaughter, Eleanor Stegner; and sister, Susan (Don) Schooler.
A celebration of Donna’s life will be held on Monday, December 2, 2024, from 5:00 PM-7:00 PM at Linnemann Funeral Home and Cremation Center, 30 Commonwealth Ave., Erlanger, KY 41018. Donna will be laid to rest at Forest Lawn Memorial Park during a private burial service.
Memorial contributions are suggested to St. Elizabeth Cancer Center by clicking on the following link DONATE and choosing Cancer Care Research or Cancer Care Programs.
Online condolences can be made at www.linnemannfuneralhomes.com
Linnemann Funeral Home Erlanger 30 Commonwealth Avenue
ERLANGER, KY 41018
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Sure Gonna Miss You Coop!
Andy and Family,
You were, and I’m sure you all still are, loved beyond measure. I enjoyed talking to your Mom (Grandma) and she always kept me updated on what was new with each of you. We always chatted about the places we have been and the places we looked forward to seeing. I have no doubt that Donna will visit each and every one of those dream vacation spots from above and probably talk Christopher into being her travel companion since she can’t take you all. She was fierce in her battle and her strength was admirable. She will be fierce in being an angel to each of you! I’m sure going to miss her. May memories bring smiles in the saddest of times.
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