Virginia G. Cooley, age 103, died peacefully on March 16, 2025 at her home at the Gardens at Royal Oaks. She was preceded in death by her parents J Warren and Edith Gilchrest, her husband Wallace C Cooley, her four brothers, and her grandson Andrew R Cooley. She is survived by her children Linda Helm, Russell Cooley, Clifford Cooley, Beth Murphy, seven grandchildren, and ten great grandchildren. The family thanks the staff at The Gardens and her caregivers for their support and care for Virginia. A private graveside service is planned. Memorials may be made to First Baptist Church of Rome, PO Box 1189, Rome GA 30162-1189, ATTN.: Foundations.