Helen Faye Blackwell Cooper, age 81, a beloved mother, grandmother, sister and friend, peacefully passed away on August 28, 2025, surrounded by her family in Eastland, TX. Born on October 23, 1943, in Gorman, TX, to O.E. "Jack" and Marie (Nerger) Blackwell, Helen spent her formative years in Ranger, where she graduated from Ranger High School. She was a member of the Mesquite & Rusk Church of Christ.
For over 13 years, Helen owned and operated Tumbleweed, a cherished antique store in downtown Eastland, where her passion for collecting antiques flourished. Her shop was not just a business, but a testament to her love for history and craftsmanship, inviting many into a world of nostalgia and charm.
Helen's legacy lives on through her daughter, Lisa Sanchez, and her husband, Abel Jr., of Garland; her three grandchildren, Desiree Nunez, Abel Sanchez III, and Cody Sanchez; and her two great-grandchildren, Vincent and P.J. She is also survived by her two brothers, Jerry Blackwell and his wife, Mary, of Eastland and Jimmy Blackwell of Ranger, as well as her nephew, Chance Simpson, his wife Susan, and his children Adalynn and Jackson.
Helen was preceded in death by her loving parents, Jack and Marie Blackwell; her son, Lance Cooper; and her sister, Charlene Simpson.
The family would like to thank The Woodlands & Solaris Hospice for their loving care for many years.
A memorial service will take place to celebrate Helen's life on Saturday, September 20, 2025, at 11:00 AM at Edwards Funeral Home chapel in Eastland, TX. Bro. Ronnie Guess will officiate the service, reflecting on Helen's warm spirit and the lasting impact she had on all who knew her. Following the memorial, inurnment will be held at Crossroads Cemetery in Ranger, TX.
