Obituary of Viola A. Cope

Cope, Viola A.– on Dec. 31, 2016, age 88, long time resident of Oyster Bay, NY. Beloved wife of the late James W. Loving mother of Linda Leone (Rennie), Shari Cope-Dembowski (Robert), Debra Alloncius (Edward), Janine, Sharon, James, Dorothy Simons (William) and John. Cherished Grandma and Meema of Philip (Sarah), Tiffani, Alexandria, Nathanial, Daniel, Samantha, Brittany, Sarah, John, and Dylan. Proud great grandmother of 7. Vi loved traveling especially to Africa, piece of paradise in Puerto Rico. She had a special place in her heart for all animals and fostered, saved and cared for many domestic and wildlife. A beautiful woman who never looked her age and always had her lipstick on. Visiting Christ Church, 61 E. Main Street, Oyster Bay, NY Friday 6-9 p.m. Funeral service Christ Church, Oyster Bay, NY on Saturday, 11:00 a.m. Interment is private. In lieu of flowers donations to the ASPCA, 424 E. 92nd Street, New York, New York 10128-6804 or North Shore Animal League, 25 Davis Ave., Port Washington, NY 11050. www.oysterbayfuneralhome.com