CRYSTAL TABATHA COOKE- Obituary
Crystal Tabatha Cooke, a cherished mother, daughter, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully, surrounded by her loving family, on February 3, 2025, in Harrison Township, NJ. She was born to Bill and Carol (nee Bennett) Cope on January 31, 1976, in Woodbury, NJ.
Crystal’s life was a testament to her dedication to her family, which was her greatest pride. She was a devoted mother to Paige and Daniel Cooke, who were the center of her world. She was a loving sister to Dee Dee (Frank) Lotsey, Dawn Schulde (Glenn), and Billy Cope, with whom she shared an unbreakable bond. Crystal’s joy was multiplied by her nieces and nephew: Britney (Chavonne), Ashley, Gianna, Joey, Nina, and her adored great-nephews and great-niece fur babies, Kennedy, Sawyer, Uhtred, and the Pink Ladies: Rhonda, Heather, and Heidi. Crystal was predeceased by her grandparents, Milton and Elaine Bennett, and William and Gaetana Cope Sr.
A proud graduate of Glassboro High School, Crystal went on to become the esteemed Business Manager of Sodexo & Chartwell’s Dining Services and later a valued team member at Dave and Busters. Her professional life was marked by dedication and a flair for management that earned her the respect and admiration of her colleagues.
Crystal was a person who loved being surrounded by family and friends. Her greatest joy was spending time with her children, Paige and Daniel, and the people she loved most. She formed lifelong friendships, most notably with her best friends, Beth and Jamie. She loved taking trips with her family and friends to Disney World and Wildwood, where lasting memories were made. Her passion for the television shows Lost and Yellowstone provided her with many evenings of entertainment, often accompanied by her favorite meals from Red Lobster.
Relatives and friends are warmly invited to join the family for a gathering to celebrate Crystal’s life on Sunday, March 23, 2025, from 3:00 PM to 7:00 PM at the Clayton Fire Hall, 107 W High Street, Clayton, NJ 08312. Sign the guestbook and send condolences at BarclayFuneralHome.net.