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Maurice Cooper Obituary
He was born Sept. 29, 1950, in Middletown, Conn., son of Dorothy Martin Cooper and the late John Cooper Sr. He was a 1969 graduate of Platt High School in Meriden, Conn. He attended Johnson C. Smith University in North Carolina and graduated from George Mason University in Washington, D.C. During the Vietnam War, Maurice served in the U.S. Army as a medical corpsman. He was awarded the National Defense Service Medal. He pursued his medical career at Walter Reed Hospital. His professional career as an R.N. included Yale-New Haven Hospital and private duty cases. He served as a nursing administrator for the State of Connecticut up to his retirement in November 2009. He was a volunteer youth football coach and enjoyed poker, billiards, bowling and fishing.
He leaves to mourn his wife, Connie; his two stepsons, Jason Elmore of Austin, Texas and Tyler Elmore of Aurora, Colorado; his mother, Dorothy Cooper of Meriden; his two sisters, Janice Melvin Cooper of Clementon, New Jersey and Gail Briggs of New Haven; and two special nieces, Lavone Watson of Meriden and Jacqui Hugee of Blue Bell, Pa.; one brother-in-law, LeRoy Watson of Meriden; one sister-in-law, Vicki Cooper of Meriden; and numerous loving nieces, nephews, godchildren, friends, and associates.
His family will receive relatives and friends at Mount Hebron Baptist Church, 84 Franklin St., Meriden, CT, on Monday, July 22, from 6 to 8 p.m., and the funeral service will be held on Tuesday, July 23, at 10 a.m., with the Rev. Dr. Willie J. Young, pastor. Interment will be in Veterans Cemetery, 317 Bow Lane, Middletown, CT 06457, directly following the service.
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Memories and Condolences
for Maurice Cooper
Connie Cooper
July 19, 2022
Maurice,
Nine years since you crossed over, I still miss you so very much. No one has ever, or will ever, make me laugh the way you did; and our love for each other will never be topped.
Till we are reunited in eternity, loving you from here on earth,
Connie
Patricia Pace
May 23, 2014
I am shocked to learn of Maurice's passing. We were Nursing Supervisors together--he on the day shift and I on second shift. I loved Maurice and know he is with God. I hope to see you there, Maurice. Love, Pat
Cathy McGuiness
August 2, 2013
Sorry to hear about Maurice. My thoughts and prayers are with the family during this difficult time. I worked with Maurice at Cheshire CI
Diane Arnold
July 31, 2013
To Maurice's family, my condolences
He was my friend and colleague for over 20 years--we shared some memorable times both at work and in our friendship--he will be missed.
Cynthia Davis
July 31, 2013
So sorry to hear about my friend's death. We shared some good and some bad times at CCI-C.
Our Wedding Day
Connie Cooper
July 29, 2013
Maurice, I will not say good-bye because I will eventually be with you through eternity. Till then, my love, I thank you for everything you taught me, and for all the love, laughter, and fond memories you gave me. I miss you so much, but it is comforting to know you will never be in pain again. With all my love, your wife, your soul mate, Connie
July 28, 2013
Maurice was a wonderful man and friend . We had many fun times during our high school years and reunions. Maurice will be missed greatly. My prayers are with the family .
. Charlotte Timm Begnal
Linda Costa Chattin
July 27, 2013
Maurice Cooper was a gentlemen with a great sense of humor and a kind heart. So sorry to hear of the passing of Maurice, who was a classmate of mine at Platt High School. RIP Maurice
July 26, 2013
I'm sorry for your loss. May God give you and your family peace in your time of sorrow.
Ms Porter
July 25, 2013
To the Cooper family-during this time, i pray that God will continue to strentghten each and everyone of you.
Barbara J Mangum(Brown) Southington, Ct
July 24, 2013
To the Cooper family please accept my deepest sympathy in the home going of Maurice. I have good memories of the Cooper family from years past. I have not been in Meriden for many years. My prayers are with you.
Charlotte RHODES Kelly
Raeford, N. C.
Dorothy & Stanley Lenz
July 23, 2013
We are keeping the Cooper family in our thoughts and prayers.
gregory haskins
July 23, 2013
Maurice like his brothers and sisters grew up in Mt. Hebron Baptist church,a significant institution in Meriden's Black community. I've been told that Maurice sung in the Youth choir along side Lester Hicks,Sonny Williams and others. This spiritual nuturing shaped and developed Maurice into the young man he became.His parents are instituttions in the community and are very well respected throughout the state. Maurice has moved on to a better place and we all offer our heartfelt condolences to Janice, his mom, wife and family during this period of bereavement.
Carol Walker
July 23, 2013
Mrs. Cooper and Family,
The Walker and Grimes family want to express our deepest sympathy to you and your family at the passing of your son. My Dad Cesar Walker knew your husband well. We have experienced the loss of a son. We pray the Lord will hold you close.
Carol and Elizabeth Walker and family and Betty Grimes and family.
Linda McFadden
July 23, 2013
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.
Walter & Elizabeth Hadvab
July 23, 2013
To the family of Maurice. Walter & I wish to express our sympathy to all of you. Maurice was a very kind person and a true gentleman who we had the pleasure of knowing at Platt High. We will always remember him for that.Mr.&Mrs. Walter Hadvab
Sharon Sears
July 23, 2013
To the Cooper family, may God bless you in this time of sorrow.
Eddie Mae Phipps
July 23, 2013
Mrs.. Dorothy Cooper and family,
So sorry to hear about your loss. May God"s Blessings be with you at this time of sorrow.
Eddie Mae Phipps
Lugoff, South Carolina
July 22, 2013
To the Cooper Family, wish I could be there, just to be with you at this time of sorrow but remember "Another Saint has gone Home, to receive his just reward. We realize that God is too wise to make a mistake. So we bow in humble submission to His will.
Weeping may endure for a Night, But Joy Cometh in the Morning”. Psalm 30:5
Sincerly and with much Love Bronetta Martin Sheen & Family
Henderson, North Carolina
Janice Edwards
July 22, 2013
Dear Dorothy and Family:
I was so sorry to hear about Maurice. You have our sincere sympathy. love, Janice Edwards and family. New Britain.
Floyd and JoAnn Windley (Everett)
July 22, 2013
Deepest sympathy to the "Cooper Family" our prayers are with you.
Ann Krochko
July 22, 2013
I worked with Maurice for twenty years. Please accept my condolences
Dr Steven Hinchey
July 22, 2013
To Maurice's family, my condolences.
I worked with Mr Cooper at CJTS, and I missed his friendship since his retirement. I enjoyed his stories and sense of humor. He was a good man.
Jerimey & Gracie Smith
July 21, 2013
Mrs copper our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time of sorrow.
William Sneed jr and family
July 21, 2013
With deep sympathy to you and your family.
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