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Nova Cope

08/22/1932 - 06/12/2018

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Obituary For Nova Cope

Nova Jean Cope, 85, of Sherman, Texas went to be with her Lord and Savior on June 12, 2018. A memorial service will be held at 10:00 am, June 16, 2018 at Dannel Funeral Home, 302 S. Walnut St. Sherman, Texas. A private burial will follow at New Hope Cemetery in Mountain Springs, Texas. Nova Jean Cope was born in Valley View, Texas to Georgia Mae and John Buck Hillis on August 22, 1932. She graduated from Gainesville High School in 1951 and married the love of her life, Kenneth Leon Cope, the day after graduating, on June 1, 1951. They moved to Sherman in 1955 and raised their 3 children Sherrye Lou Cope Rodgers, Bradley Kenneth Cope and Pamela Jean Cope Cooney. Nova was a successful businesswoman in Sherman for over 40 years. She opened High Fashions, a women’s clothing store, in 1964 and dressed many women in the Sherman/Denison area. She also owned The Tree House Children’s Store and Nova’s Boutique in Kelly Square. After closing Nova’s Boutique, she had a booth selling antiques at Touch of Class Antique Mall. She was a born sales person. She loved meeting new people and had a passion for her work. She was a member of Fairview Baptist Church and involved in many community organizations. Nova Jean leaves behind her beloved husband Kenneth Leon Cope. Daughters, Sherrye Rodgers and her husband Donald of Garland, Pam Cooney and husband Greg of Richardson, son, Bradley Cope of Phoenix, Arizona. Seven grandchildren, Monica Ferman Waters, Valerie Ferman, Erin Ferman, Kenley Cooney Larkin, Katy Cooney, Charlie Cooney and Kristopher Cope. Six great grandchildren, Molly and Blake Waters, Tristan and Trevor Churchwell, Grace Ferman and Grayson Larkin. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Alzheimer’s Association. The family of Nova would like to thank the nurses of Encompass Hospice and caregivers at Cottonwood Creek Assisted Living for their loving kindness in caring for their mother/grandmother.

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  • 07/25/2018

    Laurie Shelton

    Sherrye and Pam, your Mom was a sweetheart. I enjoyed my time with Mom and Dad at Cottonwood Creek. I hope your Dad is doing well. Miss you guys. ~ Laurie Shelton, Richardson, Texas

  • 06/20/2018

    Maryjane Johnson

    Pam & Sherrye, I am so sorry to hear of Nova Jean's passing and know it is a great loss for all of you. It was an honor to know your mom and spend time with her. I have many fond memories of her, her laugh, her creativity along with her energy to go and go! Take care of yourselves and know that you are in my prayers along with so many others. Maryjane Buchanan Johnson ~ Maryjane Johnson, Sherman, Texas

  • 06/16/2018

    Bobby Nunn

    Sherrye, so sorry to hear about the loss of your mom. ~ Bobby Nunn, Sherman, Texas

  • 06/16/2018

    Joey Jordan

    Thoughts and prayers are with you and your family ~ Joey Jordan

  • 06/16/2018

    Ruth Ann Pilkilton

    Our thoughts and prayers are with your family ~ Ruth Ann Pilkilton

  • 06/15/2018

    Clara Kerr

    I am sorry to hear of Nova's passing. I shopped with her from the time she opened High Fashions until she closed the boutique. She was a great person who always made you feel special. I thought she was special as well. My prayers go out to the family. Clara Kerr ~ Clara Kerr, Collinsville, Texas

  • 06/15/2018

    Evelyn and Stephen Rogers

    In Sherman, if one was "in the know", then one knew Nova Jean Cope. She WAS Sherman. Our family traded with and knew her for many years, and she was counted as a friend. Condolences to the families. The Rogers ~ Evelyn and Stephen Rogers, Sherman, Texas

  • 06/15/2018

    Melinda Brawley

    Brad so sorry for the loss of your mom... Melinda Brawley ~ Melinda Brawley, sherman, Texas

  • 06/15/2018

    Stanley Smith

    Bradley / Ken- It was a pleasure working with you at Oscar Mayer. Ken thank you for the golf tips, Bradley thanks for introducing Nova to me at Kelly Square. May God bless and keep you during this time and in times to come. Treasure the memories of your loved one so that they may comfort your heart. In Christ, Stan Smith ~ Stanley Smith, Allen, Texas

  • 06/15/2018

    Lonnie Hillis

    An aunt with the contagious smile, unique laugh and unforgettable presence. She was the sweetest peach on the tree, prettiest rose on the bush, freshest breath of air to breath, an angel that walked the earth, making the lives of those who knew her better. She was one of a kind, and she will be missed! See you later on Aunt Nova Jean! God bless! ~ Lonnie Hillis, Sherman, Texas

  • 06/13/2018

    LINDA HILLIS

    MY SWEET AUNT NOVE JEAN WAS THE MOST LOVING, ENCOURAGING AND SUPPORTIVE PERSON IN MY LIFE. I WILL MISS HER AND HER JOYFUL LAUGH. ~ LINDA HILLIS, FORT WORTH, Texas

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