Frances Morales Cooper, 92, passed away on September 16, 2026. Born February 8, 1934, in PHOENIX, Frances made her home in Phoenix, Arizona, and will be remembered with deep respect and enduring affection.
Born in Glendale, AZ and raised in Peoria, Frances was one of six children and grew up in the valley surrounded by the steady rhythms of family and community. She attended Peoria High School, carrying forward the values of loyalty, perseverance, and care for others that would shape the life she built.
Frances dedicated many years of service to Boswell Hospital, beginning her work in the cafeteria and, through diligence and quiet determination, working her way up to team supervisor. Over 15 years, she became someone others could rely on—steady in her responsibilities, generous with her time, and consistently mindful of the people around her.
Frances married her beloved husband, Richard, and together they shared 49 beautiful years of marriage. Their life was anchored by devotion and companionship, and together they raised four children. Frances’s love for her family was not simply spoken—it was lived, day after day, in the countless ways she showed up, cared, and gave of herself without hesitation.
At home, Frances found joy in tending to her garden and keeping her yard just the way she liked it—an outward reflection of the attention and pride she brought to the life she nurtured. She also loved to dance with her husband, a simple happiness that spoke to the warmth and closeness they shared.
Those who knew Frances will remember a woman of faith and steadfast heart—selfless in her care, beloved for her presence, and marked by a quick wit that could bring laughter even in ordinary moments. From cooking meals to being there in a time of need, her family could always count on her, and her legacy will live on in the love she gave so freely and the joy she so naturally shared.
