NELDA KOONTZ
Nelda Lee Cool Koontz, 71 of Burton, went to be with her Lord and Savior on Saturday, August 4, 2018 at her home surrounded by her loving family.
She was born February 26, 1947 at Burton, a daughter of Arlene Lee Merriner Cool of New Cumberland and the late John Cool.
Mrs. Koontz was an LPN by profession but chose to stay home and take care of her family. She was a loving wife, mother, sister, daughter, grandmother, aunt, and friend. She will be sadly missed by all who knew her.
Surviving are her husband, Edward Koontz; her dog, Cookie; one daughter, Tammy Jo & Greg Gales of Burton; sons Edward and Mark Koontz, both of Burton; three brothers and their spouses, Scott Cool of New Manchester, Steve and Sandy Cool of New Cumberland, and John and Sara Cool of New Martinsville; a special niece who was like a daughter and her husband, Michelle and Bill Bever of New Cumberland; four grandchildren, Gregory Gales and Erica Gales, Tara and John Phillips, and Tyler Koontz; three great-grandchildren, Emma Whitehair, Mason & Spencer Phillips; three nephews who were raised as grandchildren, Ryan Ford of Morgantown, Jakob Ford and Jason Ford, both of New Cumberland; and several nieces and nephews.
In addition to her father, she was preceded in death by a brother, Mark D. Cool, and a sister, Dixie Wood.
Funeral services will be held at 11:00 AM Tuesday in the Tennant Funeral Home, 2678 Hornet Highway, Hundred, WV with the Evangelist Steve Stevens officiating. Interment will follow in the Yost Cemetery near Hundred.
Condolences
My heart goes out to all of you. She is still alive in her husband, mother, brothers, children, grandchildren, nieces and nephews. I pray that each and every one of you can find peace. Watching a loved one suffer is a terrible thing. There is nothing anyone can say though will make it easier to bare. Giving hugs to all and I am praying for you all. Much love, Tina.
To Mrs. Cool, Scott and family
We were saddened to hear of the loss of your daughter, sister, Nelda. We are so sorry for your loss. Please accept our condolences.
Dave, Vicki Reitter and family.
My heart is filled with love and sadness for all of you. I know this seems unbearable right now and probably for some time to come. Our God is good and I know from experience that he will be there for each and every one of you with loving ,comforting arms. I am praying for all of you. A celebration in heaven is certainly happening! Love you all..Lori