Mary Renee Cooley Koelling
November 30, 1974 ~ January 18, 2018
Mary Renee Cooley Koelling, 43, of Jefferson City, passed away Thursday, January 18, 2018, at her home surrounded by loved ones.
She was born November 30, 1974, in Jefferson City, the daughter of John Howard and Ernestine Mary (McCrossin) Cooley.
Mary was a graduate of Jefferson City High School and attended Columbia College.
She worked for the State of Missouri Employment Security.
She was a member of Immaculate Conception Catholic Church. She loved dogs and the outdoors, especially camping and swimming. Mary was most known for her compassionate heart, always reaching out to those in need, no matter the circumstances, without judgment or expectation of anything in return.
Survivors include significant other Jason Hees, Jefferson City; daughter, Rosemary Koelling, Jefferson City; her mother, Ernestine Cooley, Jefferson City; three brothers, John Mark Cooley, Columbia; Chris (Sonya) Cooley, Jefferson City; William (Jennifer) Cooley, Bonnots Mill; three sisters, Cindy (Jim) Franke, Columbia; Patty (Tom) Doherty, Blue Springs; Deanna (Homer) Maddox, Holts Summit; sixteen nieces and nephews; and 5 great-nieces and great-nephews.
Mary was preceded in death by her father, John Cooley.
Visitation will be 11 a.m. to 12 noon, Thursday, January 25, 2018, at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, followed by Mass of Christian Burial at noon, also at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church with the Rev. Donald J. Antweiler officiating.
Burial will be in Resurrection Cemetery.
Memorials are suggested to Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, 1206 E. McCarty St., Jefferson City, Missouri 65101.
Dulle-Trimble Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.
Those wishing to email tributes or condolences to the family may do so at the www.dulletrimble.com website.
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JJ and I love you so much. You were there for us through so much and was my sponsor for over a year. You had the most giving heart, always helping others, putting others before yourself and your needs and you fought the good fight as long as you were able! You were always a special woman to the Maplehouse and Alive again, you didn’t judge and I will always remember you being there for Ava And I when she was so sick and JJ was working out of town. You loved your daughter more than anything and you did the best you could with the tools you have when it came to the addiction! You will forever hold a special place in or family.
I’m so sorry for you loss. Mary sure was special. Prayers for your family.
I am so sorry for your lost. Mary was a beautiful soul– always with kind words and beautiful smile.
My heart is in total shock and sadness.
RIP DEAR MARY, YOU ARE MISSED….
I was shocked to read and hear of Mary’s passing. She had a beautiful, funny, and caring soul. She was always smiling and always a good time to be around. R.I.P Mary. May your smile and memory last with us forever.
So sorry for your loss we new each other we played softball and when to school together and she was my brothers girlfriend at one time.
So sorry for you loss. Mary was such a kind soul and always had a smile on her face and a story to tell. My heart goes out to Rosie and all of her wonderful family that she loved so much.
We are so sorry for your loss. I was shocked and deeply saddened to hear the news of Mary’s passing. She always had a great sense of humor and was a good friend to me & my family. I feel very fortunate that I had the opportunity to get to know her while she worked in Kansas City.
William, sorry to hear this bro. Heaven needed a champion and God called Mary. Mary has earned her wings. Fly high Champion, fly high. Love ya Cooley.
Aunt Ernestine and family. Words cannot express how sorry I am for your loss. You’ll be in the thoughts and prayers.
My prayers are with your family…May God give you all peace in this time of need
You are all in my thoughts and prayers. So sorry for your loss.
So very sorry for your loss God Bless all of you
So sorry for loss. I always remember Mary’s great smile.
Shocking news that we lost our dear Mary. So thankful we got to cross paths. My deepest sympathy for her dear family.
My heart is incredibly sad to hear of the loss of such a kind soul. I miss you terribly already Mary! May your sweet Rosie be blessed with the love of your family. I know you loved your lil Rosie very much and adored your family as well. May they all find some peace during this incredibly challenging time. You were always a very supportive, kind and caring friend. I appreciate everything you ever said to me because I know it came from your heart. You are missed beyond measure & I cherish you and your friendship. Fly with the Angels my friend!
William and all of the family, Our sincere condolences on the passing of your sister Mary, you are all in our prayers and hope you can find some comfort in knowing that she no longer suffers. God bless you all.
We are so sorry for your families loss of Mary. You all are in our thoughts and prayers. May God comfort you at this difficult time.
Sorry to hear of Mary’s passing. Your family is in our prayers.
Sorry to hear of your loss. Prayers for the family.
Ernie and family, We are so sorry to learn of Mary’s passing. May the Lord grant all of you strength and consolation at this incredibly difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers are directed to you and Mary. May she be held by the arms of Lord for always.
I met Marry at valley hope 4 yrs ago. We stayed into contact till recently. She was having test last time we spoke. Blessings to family.
Jason, I am so sorry to hear about Mary. I know you thought a lot of her. This was shocking to me to hear about her passing as I only found out this morning. Sending you comforting thoughts.
Dear Cooley Family, I’m heartbroken to hear of Mary’s passing. Mary and I were friends when we were young and I was fortunate to catch up with her again recently. She was a bright soul. Lifting up prayers for peace and comfort and for warm memories to wrap themselves around your hearts.