Ophelia Cooper

Celia Ophelia Nay Cooper passed away peacefully on January 19, 2013 at her daughter’s home after being surrounded with the love and tender care of her children. She was born on August 19, 1925 to William J. and Edith Fox Nay in Circleville, Utah. She married James N. Cooper on January 14, 1947 in Fredonia, Arizona, he preceded her in death January 12, 1991. She was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints.

Ophelia was known for her ability to grow beautiful flowers. She loved gardening. Her most beautiful flowers were her children and grandchildren whom she cherished deeply. - She was a wonderful cook and could make a delicious meal from simple and basic ingredients. Her pies and bread were the best in town. – Ophelia was hard working. She raised 7 children, kept a lovely home, was a valued employee, and she cared for ailing parents, siblings, and many dear friends.

She loved being in the beautiful outdoors with her best friend, her husband, Jim. They spent many fun-filled days hauling wood, camping, fishing and hunting. Now…..those were the days!!

Her survivors include: sons and daughters, DyAnn Westwood, Pam Lewis, of Circleville; Kathleen Curtis, Richfield; Jimmy (Kathleen), Than (Gaylene), of Panguitch; Carolyn (Alma) Jensen, Cedar City; Jean (Mike) Jepson, Hurricane; 26 grandchildren, 46 great-grandchildren; sisters and brother-in-law, Karen Nay, Grant and Ruth Cooper, Jean Solie, and Mae Charles.

She is preceded in death by her parents; siblings, Audrey, Madge, Jr.; sons-in-law Dahl Westwood and Jay Lewis; grandchildren, Shelly Curtis and Ben Otho Cooper.

Funeral Services will be held Wednesday, January 23, 2013, at 1 p.m. in the Panguitch 2nd Ward Chapel, 150 North 400 East in Panguitch.  Where friends may call prior to services from 11:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Burial will be in the Panguitch Cemetery