[Congressional Record Volume 167, Number 162 (Monday, September 20, 2021)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E991]
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                      HONORING EDNA JOLLEY COOPER

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                        HON. BENNIE G. THOMPSON

                             of mississippi

                    in the house of representatives

                       Monday, September 20, 2021

  Mr. THOMPSON of Mississippi. Madam Speaker, I rise today to honor a 
remarkable public servant Mrs. Edna ``Mickey'' Jolley Cooper.
  Mrs. Cooper was born on December 11, 1944, one of the most wonderful 
of Angels entered into this world, born to Mr. Frank and Marie King 
Jolley. This Angel who walked, talked, and loved so sweetly was Edna 
Jolley, known affectionately to all as ``Mickey.''
  Mrs. Cooper was raised in a Christian household and grew up among 
family in Pelahatchie, Mississippi, where she attended school until 
high school graduation. She would go on to enroll at Jackson State 
College, now known as Jackson State University, where she excelled 
completing three degrees: Bachelor of Science, Master of Education and 
Specialist.
  It was also at Jackson State that she met the love of her life, Myram 
E. Cooper whom she wed in 1965. They were joined at the hip living a 
complete and full life as they raised their sons, Keith and Montrel.
  Professionally, Mrs. Cooper was well respected among her peers and 
was a dedicated educator for more than fifty years. Her loving, kind 
spirit and commitment to education touched and influenced the lives of 
children throughout the state of Mississippi. She began her teaching 
career at Clarksdale Elementary. As her career progressed, she taught 
at Ridgeland Elementary School, Lee Elementary School and Wilkins 
Elementary where she eventually retired.
  Mrs. Cooper dedicated her life to Christ at an early age in her 
youth. She loved the Lord with all of her heart and was a devoted and 
active member of Lynch Street CME. She was also a member of many civic 
organizations including the National Council of Negro Women.
  Madam Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me in recognizing the late 
Edna Jolley Cooper for her dedication to serving her community.

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