We were saddened to learn of the death of Loretta Young Cooley, wife of Billy Cooley who is the assistant pastor of the GCI church in Meridian, Mississippi. Loretta died on January 14 from a heart attack that occurred shortly after having been in an automobile accident. Her passion for spreading the gospel of Jesus will be missed by the members of her congregation and by the GCI district church planting network of which she was an active part.
Originally from Alabama, Loretta married Billy Ray Cooley of Meridian, Mississippi about 7 years ago. Together they served faithfully in ministry at Christ Community Fellowship Church, the GCI congregation in Meridian. A few years ago, Billy was ordained an elder and soon began serving as the assistant pastor in the Meridian congregation. Billy and Loretta’s love for youth and service in the community birthed in them a desire and passion for church planting. They were one of two couples within their GCI church district who felt called to church planting.
Cards may be sent to:
Billy Cooley 1709 Highway 19 S Meridian, MS 39301-8223
Hello Billy, Brenda and I send our condolences and prayers as you mourn the passing of your dear wife. We remember you with fondness from out time in the DC area and will continue to pray for God’s comfort.
Willard & Brenda High, Chicago Area
MAY THE GRACE AND COMPASSION OF OUR GREAT GOD AND BIG BROTHER, JESUS CHRIST BE WITH YOU AND THE FAMILY WHO KNEW AND LOVED LORETTA BE WITH YOU AT THIS TIME AND GIVE YOU STRENGTH, COURAGE AND COMFORT. WE KNOW HE WILL FULFILL HIS PROMISE AS USUAL TO NEVER LEAVE NORSAKE YOU. LOVE AND BEST WISHES TO YOU AS YOU ADJUST TO THIS TREMENDOUS LOSS. TO SAY IT IS HEAVEN’S GAIN, DOESN’T FILL THE EMPTINESS AND VOID THAT IS LEFT BY HER PASSING. OUR PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU.