Committal
Carolyn Calhoun Cooper, 76, of Morganton, NC, gained her angel wings on Monday, March 3, 2025.
Born in Carter County, TN on July 13, 1948, she was the daughter of the late Clyde Calhoun and Frances Underwood Calhoun.
Carolyn served in the US Air Force and was stationed at Biloxi Air Force Base. She had a kind and generous heart and cared about everyone she met. Carolyn was a loving and devoted mother and grandmother.
Those left to cherish her memory include her children, Holly McLaughlin (Shannon) and Johnny Cooper, II (Kristy); grandsons, Zachery Cole (Savannah), Drake McLaughlin, Noah Cooper, Haden Cooper, and Eli Cooper; great-grandchildren, Zettalynn, Zyrus, and Zavina Cole; sisters, Gail “Peep” Lawson, Linda Arney, and Frances “Cookie” Yancey; and numerous nieces, nephews, and extended family.
In addition to her parents, Carolyn was preceded in death by her husband, John Cooper; daughter, Stephanie Cole; granddaughters, Madison and Madeline; nephew, Tommy Lawson; and niece, April Yancey.
The family will receive friends from 10 to 11 a.m., Saturday, March 8, 2025 at Sossoman Funeral Home. The memorial service will follow at 11 a.m. in the Colonial Chapel of the funeral home with Rev. Keith Rose officiating.
Sossoman Funeral Home and Crematory Center is assisting the family with the arrangements.
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So sorry Peep about your sister passing away.
Dearest Family, You will be in my thoughts and prayers. I am so saddened to hear of Carolyn's death. This really tore me up. I have always liked Carolyn. We went to school together. I am so sorry I missed her funeral. I have been looking trying to find the information of when her funeral would be so I could attend. Nan Daniels Trice just notified me. May God be with you as I know He will. Love, Hugs, & Prayers, Mary Gragg Grindstaff
Holly & family: So sorry to hear of your loss. This has to be a very difficult time for you. I will keep you close in my thoughts and prayers. Vickie Davis
I am sorry to hear about the passing of your mother. If there is anything I can do for your family, please let me know. Prayers sent your way.
Dear Holly, So Sorry to hear about your Mom passing away. Praying for you and your family during this most difficult of times. Praying that the best of her shines through you all and that each month, each year it gets a little easier. God Bless you all ! John Shane
Holly, I am so very sorry for your loss. Please know you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. Sending you a big hug. Claire Batts
I am so sorry for your loss. Holly, Zach.........and all the family, I am praying for your strength and peace during the days ahead. Just hold onto those precious times you shared. May those memories bring you comfort. With love and sympathy in the loss of Carolyn, Guinn Huffman
I am so sorry to hear of her passing. We went to school together. She was a sweet and kind person. I haven't seen her since high school but remember her fondly.
Carolyn was such a happy soul. She was always smiling and laughing. She loved family so deeply. Holly and Johnny I know she would want you to smile and hold the kids and grandkids for her because you have so much more love to spread. She will be missed and you will all have a piece of her in your hearts forever. I love you all so very much and I am here if you need anything at all.