Born: Monday Jan-09-1939
Died: Monday Jan-27-2025
Funeral: Tuesday Feb-04-2025

Morrison Funeral Home
& Crematory
188 S. Hwy 24
Rupert, Idaho 83350
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Oakley- Myrna Taylor Teal Cooper, born January 9, 1939 in Oakley Basin, Idaho, passed away on January 27, 2025 at the age of 86.

Myrna was the fifth child born to Reubin Theodore Taylor and Laura B. Hymas Taylor. She grew up in a hard working family in the Basin. She went to school in Oakley to the sixth grade, then she moved with her family to Burley at the age of twelve, attending school in Burley from seventh to twelfth grade and graduating in Burley. She enjoyed quilting, having made many levi quilts that she gave to family and friends. She also enjoyed singing, crocheting, and spending time with her kids and grandkids.

Myrna married Jerry G. Teal in November of 1956. To this union were born four children: Jerry Teal (Angie) of Oberndorf Austria, Billy Teal (Mary Lou) of Burley Idaho, Kevin Teal of Las Vegas, Nevada, and Connie (Scott) Stucki of Murray, Utah.

On February 11th, 1981, Myrna married Max Cooper and moved to Oakley.

Myrna took a class and became a certified nursing assistant in 1980 and had many clients that she loved. She had many jobs through the years and was a jack of all trades. Her favorite job was cashier at the Stinker stations in Idaho Falls, Pocatello, and Rupert.

Myrna was preceded in death by her father, Theodore Taylor, her mother, Laura B. Hymas Taylor, and her brothers, Howard Taylor, Earl Taylor, and Marvin Taylor.

Myrna leaves behind four children, six grandchildren, numerous great-grandchildren, and many who call her Grandma.

Memorial services will be held at 1:00 p.m. Tuesday, February 4, 2025 at the Oakley Stake Center in Oakley. A private graveside will be held at a later date in the Oakley Cemetery. Arrangements are under the direction of Morrison Funeral Home, 188 South Hwy 24 in Rupert.

Condolences:

To Connie and max and families. Our sincere condolences at the passing of your mom, wife and loved one. May heaven bless ya with comfort and love. Joe Stringham

Dear Max, Connie,Billy,Jerry,and Kevin, I am so sorry for your loss of Myrna. She has been one of my best friends for over 40+ years. We have been thru many things together and always had amazing talks together. I know she is in a much better place, but I will really truly miss her. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Kris Adams

My deepest condolences. thanks for the memories Aunt Myrna as a child you were the sweetest lady. My mother and father sure loved you, I'm the daughter of Vealton and Edith Teal. You are in my thoughts and prayers. RIP to Jerry, Billy, Kevin, Connie… may peace be with you all. Sherry Teal

I CALLED HER MOM. MYRNA SHE IS SO SWEET ,HUMBLE,VERY KIND TO ME.I AM SO GRATEFUL AND IT'S A BLESSENG TO MEET EVERYTIME I VISITED HER AND MAX THEY ALWAYS HAVE SMILE ON THEIR FACE. IT'S A BIG CELEBRATION OF LIFE NOMORE PAIN
NOMORE STRESS NOMORE PROBLEM. I LOVE YOU SO MUCH MOM MYRNA YOU ARE ALWAYS IN MY HEART.  MARIA TERESA ROXAS

Dear family,
I'm so sorry for your loss.
I know that the pain and sadness is hard to get through. I have learned a lot about Aunt Myrna through reading the short story of her life! What an amazing person! Sending thoughts and prayers as you celebrate her life! Connie Taylor

She was a sweet lady and will be very missed love and prayers to all of you. Heidi Robbins

Sending love and prayers for Max and Myrna's families. Oh how I love sweet Myrna. She has been a friend since I was young. We spent many wonderful visits and shared special times together through the years. Max and their families were always on her mind.
She loved you all. She helped care for Grandma Poulton with such love. Her humble sweet personality always brought me joy. Through hard times and times of joy, we shared precious moments together. I will hold those memories in my heart until we meet again. I am happy that she is once again able to have good health and be carefree. God Bless you all. Karlene Hardy