Funeral service will be Thursday for Charlene J. Cooper, of Transfer, who passed away early Sunday morning, May 3, 2015, in her residence. She was 75. Charlene was born Sept. 25, 1939, in Kittanning, Pa., a daughter of Charles J. and June (Metz) Cooper. She was a member of ARC of Mercer County and its older adults day center program, "Journeys." Charlene loved socializing and going to different places with staff members of MCAR, who fondly referred to her as "Char Star." She also enjoyed watching old movies and drinking coffee. She was a very pleasant lady, who was loved by many. Surviving are: a sister, Norma Rueberger, Sharon, and several nieces and nephews. Charlene was preceded in death by: her parents; a sister, Geraldine Cooper; and two brothers, Jackie and John Austin Cooper. Memorial contributions may be made to ARC of Mercer County, 850 N. Hermitage Road, Hermitage, PA 16148. Calling hour: 10 a.m. until time of service Thursday (5-7-15) in J. BRADLEY McGONIGLE FUNERAL HOME and CREMATORY Inc., 1090 E. State St., Sharon. Service: 11 a.m. Thursday in the funeral home. Interment: Morefield Cemetery, Hermitage.