Lisanne A. Cooney , 58, of 214 South Nice St., Frackville, passed away Thursday at home surrounded by her loving family.
Born in Greensburg, February 28, 1956, She was a daughter of Nancy T. (Thomas) Aleandri of Greensburg and the late John Aleandri.
She was a graduate of Hempfield High School, and attended Indiana University of Pennsylvania.
Lisa was a Correspondent at Pottsville Republican & Evening Herald and a contributing writer for "Schuylkill Living Magazine". She enjoyed her job as a correspondent for the Potttsville Republican and Herald because as she said,”I have met so many nice and interesting people all around the county.”
She was a member of St. Joseph's Roman Catholic Church, Frackville, where she served in the past as lector and CCD teacher. She had been the director of religious folk groups at Our Lady of the Artic Winds Chapel at Ft Greely, Alaska and Sierra Chapel at White Sands Missile Range, NM. She received several awards from the U.S. Army for volunteer work with Army Community Services. Lisanne served many years as A Girl Scout troop leader and on council of San Gorgonio in California. She served on the Frackville Public Library Board and conducted a Children's Library program; member and past Vice President, Treasurer, and Secretary of the Frackville Business and Professional Association; she served on the Frackville Pumpkin Festival Committee and Mardi Gras Committee.
Surviving are her husband of 38 years John R Cooney Jr., 3 daughters Talitha Workman and her husband Gary of West Carthage, NY; Sherah Cooney and her husband Al Oberman of Dublin, PA ; Jaala Leggette and her husband Tad of Summerville, SC; a son John Cooney of Frackville; Grandchildren Annabelle, Adam, Adeline and Abigail Workman; Haleigh and Cora Leggette and Rebecca Cooney; Mother-in-law Edna Cooney of Mifflinburg; sister Lorraine Hachgenei and her husband Hans; brother Mark Aleandri; Nieces & Nephews
Funeral Services will be held at 10:30 AM Monday at the Nice-Hart Funeral Home 9 N. Lehigh Ave. Frackville, PA 17931. The Rev. Robert Finlan will be Officiating. Friends may call from 6:00-8:00 PM Sunday and 9:30-10:30 AM Monday at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Frackville Free Public Library at 56 N Lehigh Ave Frackville, Pa. 17931. Burial will be in Indiantown Gap National Cemetery , Annville.
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To John and family- it was a real pleasure knowing and working with Lisa. No matter what she was working on, her enthusiasm was contagious! Our deepest condolences and know that you are all in our thoughts and prayers.
Carolyn & Tony Tenaglia
John, Lisa is in a far far better place than she ever was before and she didn't have to go through some of the incredibly painful symptoms of this disease which could have caused her to suffer terribly. This is the solace which I am taking out of this mess and it is the only thing I can offer you for the loss of her who means more to you than just about anyone else in this world next to our Lord. It's about all there is to offer your son and daughters also. That and you will get to see her again in future. Keep the faith.
Good bye Lisa. Deepest condolences to you and your family John.
My deepest sympathies on the passing of Lisa.You guys have always been a part of my family even though the distances have kept us apart. I will always cherish the days we spent together in Alaska and the times we spent together when the girls got married. I miss those times but will always cherish our friendship.
John,
Sorry for the loss of Lisa. You can take comfort in the knowledge she is in God's hands and not suffering any more. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Cooney Family,
So sorry to hear of Lisa's passing. She was such a nice person ,with a wonderful personality and fun humor. She loved doing for her family and her community. Lisa will be missed by many. Sending our thoughts and prayers to you all at this very sad time….Rest in peace Lisa.
Dear Cooney Family,
With a heavy heart I extend my deepest sympathy on Lisa's passing. Although it has been quite some time since we've seen one another, I've always cherished the fond memories of time spent with your family. I consider myself quite fortunate to have experienced such kindness, love, and laughter.
May God provide you all with solace in the fact that she does not suffer. You are all in my thoughts and prayers at this difficult time.
I am saddened by the news of the loss of your Wife, Mom, Sister, Daughter,Aunt, Cousin. I just recently got to know her moreso at Megan's Wedding Shower, we had such a blast! She designed the toilet paper wedding gown that I was chosen to wear for a game. She was such a clown and such a joy. I loved her creativity too! She was a rock through this battle and an insperation for all. I will keep her soul in my prayers as well. Prayers also for the whole family because I know she will be greatly missed by all.
Love,
Mary and Billy (Vince) Aleandri
Dear John
Our thoughts are with you and all your family today. Psalm 23:6 says: "Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life, and I shall dwell in the house of the Lord forever." It is consoling to know that Lisa is now in the hands of God.
John, I haven't seen you for so many years I don't want to count them. I just wanted to tell you I am so sorry for your great loss . From the other comments you had a lovely. ,wonderful wife and now you stil have four children . What a gift. Please accept my condolences and my fond memories of high school with you in our class. Luci
John and family, I am sorry for your loss. Lisa was a wonderful person and will be greatly missed. you are in my prayers.
Goodbye to my dear old friend. While we feel the pain of her loss, she is now wearing robes of glory, pain free and whole. I pray your family will find comfort in knowing how much love and joy she gave to others. She walks with Jesus. You'll see her again.
John, Sr., John, Jr., Talitha, Sherah & Jaala,
So sorry for your loss. I knew your mom from the early to middle 90s when she worked at the bank at the mall and then I moved to the west coast. Lisa was a kind person and will be missed.
I was sorry to read of Lisa's passing. She lived just a few doors up the street from me when I lived in West Point. I will always remember her smile and laughter because she did that a lot. I will smile always when I remember her. Lisa was a good person here on earth and I know that she is being rewarded in heaven. Please know that I will miss her. My condolences to all of her family.