SEPTEMBER 9, 1930 – SEPTEMBER 21, 2022
Trust in the LORD with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make your paths straight. Prov. 3:5,6
The Cooper, Askie, Bracewell, Bass and Turkett families sadly announce the home-going of our matriarch, Mrs. Rachel Louise Askie-Cooper, at age 92. Gaga, as she was affectionately called by her grand and great grandchildren, peacefully transitioned to be with her creator on Wednesday, September 21. Rachel passed peacefully in her daughter’s residence in Milton, Massachusetts, surrounded by loved ones.
Rachel was married to the late Franck George Cooper. Their union was blessed with seven children. Two of the children predeceased her. In addition to her parents and two children, Rachel was predeceased by 14 siblings, including most recently, George W. Askie, her youngest and most beloved brother.
Rachel is survived by her children: Alfred Zaza (Vick), Gloria Cooper, Felina Freeman (Emmanuel), Catherine Jaddah (James Sr.), Malvina Libsch (Edmond), and Derick Cooper (Josephine). She is also survived by several grand and great grandchildren, nieces, nephews, relatives and a host of friends.
FUNERAL ARRANGEMENTS
Wake Keeping
Friday, Sept. 30, 2022, 6:30 – 10 p.m.
Faith Christian Church
301 Harvard Street
Dorchester, Mass. 02124
(617) 265-5700
The wake will be live streamed at:
Funeral Services
Saturday, Oct. 1, 2022, 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Boston Church of Christ
75 Pleasant Street
Arlington, Mass. 02476
(508) 848-2400
Interment will take place in a graveside ceremony in Erial, New Jersey, on Monday, Oct. 3, 2022, at 10:30 a.m.
Funeral Service Livestream YouTube link:
On the “Boston Church of Christ Downtown” YouTube page
It will also be streamed on the Boston Church of Christ – Downtown Facebook page:
https://www.facebook.com/
HOTEL ACCOMMODATION
Hilton Boston-Dedham
25 Allied Drive
Dedham, MA 02026
Phone: 781-329-7900
Hilton Garden Inn
110 Royall Street
Canton, MA 02021
Phone: 781-828-3600
Extended Stay America Boston-Braintree
20 Rockdale St.
Braintree, MA 02184
Phone: 781-356-8333
CONTACTS
Alfred Zaza (Vick) – Son (857) 230-4472
Gloria Cooper – Daughter (704) 699-9381
Malvina Libsch (Edmond) -Daughter (617) 201-3877
Felina Freeman (Emmanuel) – Daughter (229) 881-5477
Catherine Jaddah (James, Sr.) – Daughter (917) 436-9409
Derrick Cooper (Josephine) – Son 011231775623957
Winston Askie (Phoebe) – Nephew (856) /381-2664
Jennifer Mowe (Jim) – Friend (617) 459-7166
O I want to see him and look upon his face. There to sing forever of his saving grace. On the streets of glory let me raise my voice. Cares all past home at last ever to rejoice. RIPP ma Rachel
Cousin Rachel, I will really missed you. I loved how you used to tell me our family history and you did it with so much love ❤️. Always had a wonderful smile from the heart. When I saw you each time, you made me feel so special. Always called me NiNigirl. Love you very much. May your soul Rest In Perfect Peace Cous.🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹❤️
Love Love my Anut Rachael. Me and my children are enternelly grateful for her loving kindness over the last 50 years. She showed us love compared to none. Will miss her sift voice. Now she will know what happened to her grand niece Edwina. Love to all in the family. Sincerely Agnes N. Cheah Trinity
Mama, You are not dead, You are call to duty by the Lord. The void your death created in my heart can be filled by no one else. You are my world, although you are dead you being my mother gave me a reason to live a fruitful life. I will make you proud, mom.