Esther Cooper

Esther Ehrlich Cooper, 92, passed away on December 8, 2016. She was born on March 25, 1924 in Susank, Kansas to George and Katherina (Bitter) Ehrlich. She was such a hilarious lady. Drove fast, told funny jokes and cooked an awesome turkey. Grew up on a Kansas farm Always worked hard. Her nails and hair were always done. She was an active volunteer for Corpus Christi Visitor Center as a Sparkler, Girl Scouts and school programs. On February 9, 1947 she married Charles L. Cooper from Dodge City, Kansas. They moved to Corpus Christi where Charles was employed as a Marine Engineer. Preceded in death were her parents; George and Katherina Ehrlich, sister; Rose Crilly, brother; Kansas Senator Roy Ehrlich and her husband; Charles L. Cooper. Esther is survived by her daughter; Sandra (Scott) Hopkins and her granddaughters; Angela and Pamela Hopkins. Visitation will be from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM Monday, December 12, 2016 at Sawyer-George Funeral Home.