Ellen M. Cooper passed away peacefully on March 1, 2026 at Samaritan Keep Home, where she had resided for the past 13 months.
She is survived by her children: Gregory D. Singer & wife Jackie, Mooresville, North Carolina; Stefanie E. Singer, Alexandria Bay, NY; Darin F. Singer, Philadelphia, NY. She is also survived by 3 grandchildren: Ainlsey Singer, Alexandria Bay; Jenna Singer, Mooresville, North Carolina; Taylor & Grant Kraft, Troutman, North Carolina. She also has 2 great grandchildren.
Predeceased by her three sisters; Patricia M. Chalk, Virginia Simpson, Alice Millett; and her parents Sarah Lee Moore and Leonard Moore.
She was married for 30 years to Charles F. Singer, Jr., which ended in divorce; and remarried to Leonard W. Cooper, whom is deceased.
She was a graduate of Alexandria Central School; worked at the T.I. Printing Office for a short period of time; and later worked as an Accounts Receivable Clerk at Chalks Marina, Fishers Landing for 18 years.
She loved being with and doing activities with her family and friends. She was very active and enjoyed outdoor sports activities throughout her life.
She enjoyed homemaking, reading, gardening, puzzles, card games, and playing scrabble.
A memorial service will be held at the Omar Church, Omar on Saturday June 6, 2026 from 1 to 4 P.M. A private burial service will be held Sunday June 7, 2026 at the Omar Cemetery, Omar.
Memorial donations can be made to the Omar Church, Omar or the Alexandria Bay Fire Department.
A very special thank you to all the staff at Samaritan Keep Home, Watertown, and Optum Staff for providing outstanding compassionate care and support throughout her stay and especially in her final days.
Arrangements are with the T.R. Jetty Funeral Home in Clayton.
Condolences can be made at trjetty.com.
Lucianne LaPierre
Stephanie, Darin, Greg, Jackie and family,
My sincere condolences on the passing of your mom. What a sweet lady! I’m thankful for the opportunity to have gotten to share some time with her
Blessings,
Luci LaPierre
Jeanne Snow
I remember Ellen from back in the days when she worked at the Sun office. For some reason that I can’t remember, I always called her Debbie . She was so pretty and nice. My sincere condolences to her family.
Diana Hewitt Fram
Greg, Stefanie and Darin and family ! I’m very sorry to hear of your Moms passing she was such a lovely sweet lady always a pleasure to visit with. You are ALL in my thoughts and prayers
greg ely
sad to hear this, my condolences
Eileen Ditch
Stephanie, I am sorry for the loss of your Mother. God bless you and your family.
Carol Felder
Stefanie and family, so sorry for your loss.
Thoughts and prayers are with you..
Michelle Gleason
Stefanie, I am so very sorry to hear of your Mom’s passing. I have spoke with her a few times at the nursing home. She was on the same floor as my Dad. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family!
Marty Hartman
Stefanie and family, I am so sorry to hear the loss of your Mother. She was a lovely lady.
Suzy Pavlot
Stefanie-
I am so sorry. My thoughts are with you. May all of your good memories help you through this.
Suzy
Renee Heath
Thoughts and prayers to you all. Sincerely The Hudon Family
Mary Rose McAloon
Sending thoughts and prayers for the Singer Family. Your mother was so kind and a wonderful neighbor for many years.
Caryl Mallette
Stefanie, I am sorry to read of your Mom’s passing. She was so much fun to be around with all of “the bowling gang”. Sending you a huge hug and blessings to you and your families.
Barbara Elk Ashe
Greg Stephanie and Darrin I am so sorry to read this. Thinking of you.
Cherie Bingeman
Stefanie & family, I’m so sorry to hear about your mom’s passing. My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family. Your mom was the sweetest person.
Paul A Sayyeau
Dear Greg, Stefanie, Darin and family,
So sorry to hear about your Mom. I remember her as a very sweet quiet lady! You are all in my thoughts and prayers! May she rest in peace.
M. Sayyeau
Charle and Alice Felder
So sorry to hear about your Mom’s passing. Sending thoughts and prayers to the family.
Sue and Gib Streets
Stefanie, Greg and Darin and families, so sorry to hear of Ellen’s passing. Always enjoyed chatting with her. Very sweet. You’re in our thoughts and prayers .
Joan Jennings Hewitt
Greg, it was great being neighbors all those years ago. No one kinder than your mom. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Dawn ard
I am sorry to read about Ellen. I am one of the CNA’s who took care of her before being on medical leave. One good memory I have of her is that she loved wearing this bright pink top with a colorful vest and her blue’scrub’ Pants. May she rest in peace.