William S. COOPER Sr.

William S. COOPER Sr. obituary, Richmond, VA

William S. COOPER Sr.

William COOPER Obituary

Published by Scott's Funeral Home - Richmond from Nov. 23 to Nov. 27, 2009.
COOPER, William S. Sr., departed this life on November 22, 2009 in St. Mary's Hospice Unit, after a courageous struggle with challenging health issues. Bill is survived by his loving and supportive wife of 57 years, LaVerne; son, Bill Jr. and his significant other, Adele Johnson; son, Kenneth E. Cooper Sr. and devoted daughter-in-law, Glenda R. Cooper; three grandsons, one granddaughter, three great-grandsons and one great-granddaughter. Other survivors include a sister, Magdalene C. Benns and brother, Fred A. Cooper and his wife, Esther; one nephew, Lawrence N. Cooper; two nieces, Constance C. Edwards and Charmaine F. Cooper-Jamison; one great-nephew and one great-niece. His beloved in-laws include two brothers-in-law, Sandie and Robert Wingo, two sisters-in-law Gloria W. Wallace and Thelma Wingo, and many nephews, nieces and cousins. In 1957 Bill was the first Black to graduate from the MCV (now VCU) School of Pharmacy He was the owner of former Maymont Pharmacy and he finished his career at Rite-Aid Pharmacy. Funeral Services are scheduled for 11 a.m., Saturday, November 28 at Ebenezer Baptist Church 216 W Leigh St, Dr. Levy Armwood officiating. Family visitation will be on Friday, November 27 from 6 to 7 p.m. at Scott's Funeral Home 115 E. Brookland Park Blvd. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to the William S. Cooper Scholarship Fund, VCU School of Pharmacy, PO Box 980581 Richmond, Va. 23298. Online guest book at www.scottsfuneralhome.com


This obituary was originally published in the Richmond Times-Dispatch.

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December 16, 2009

Darnell Wood, Sr. posted to the memorial.

November 28, 2009

Karen Cameron Milon posted to the memorial.

November 28, 2009

Kevin O. Carter Sr. posted to the memorial.

Darnell Wood, Sr.

December 16, 2009

Mr.Kenny Cooper and Family,

Our prayers are with you and your family. May God be with you through these difficult times.

Karen Cameron Milon

November 28, 2009

To the Cooper Family. My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Kevin O. Carter Sr.

November 28, 2009

To the Cooper family, My prayers and thoughts are with you all during your time of greif. Kevin O. Carter 5/85 LZ

November 28, 2009

Dear Cooper Family,

May peace fill your hearts, along with the warmth of many wonderful memories.
Each of you are in our thoughts and prayers.

With love and sympathy,
The Winston Family

"Vi," Pat&Harvey Kennedy, Bonnie&Oscar Blayton, Les&Betty and kids

November 27, 2009

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family in your time of grief.


Alex, Alec, Aric and Ola Slaughter

Deborah Colgin

November 27, 2009

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Deborah Colgin (Richardson)

November 27, 2009

To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.

Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."

It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.

God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.

When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.

I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.

There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.

If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.

So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.

And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.

Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2009

November 27, 2009

sorry for the loss of your father our deepest condolences may god blessed you jacqueline harris and family michael wiliams

Carl Evans

November 27, 2009

To the Family of Mr. William S. Cooper Sr., I pray that God through Jesus Christ will continue to bless and comfort you all .

Gene & Tonya Harrington

November 27, 2009

Bill,

We were so sorry to hear of your Dad's passing. We want you to know that our thoughts and prayers are with you and the entire Cooper family. My God's Blessing carry you through this difficult time.

From the Staff of Scott's Funeral Home

November 27, 2009

Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.

Diana Brown

November 25, 2009

Ms Laverne, Coop, Kenny and Family,

Prayers for your strength and serenity during this difficult time. Mr. Cooper was an amazing man who touched the lives of so many. He has left a positive footprint on this earth and he’s moved on to spread his love to those in heaven. I know he’s at peace and you will have his love eternally.

Debra Dabney

November 25, 2009

Vern, Coop, Kenny and family members, I pray that you will be fortified in this time of grief by focusing on the joys you have had and the indelible memories that will always be yours. The love never dies and what a wonderful blessing.

Yolanda Taylor

November 25, 2009

Billy (always to me) and family ... My sincerest condolences for your loss. For me, going back to Maymont Pharmacy at Idlewood and Meadow, your father has always been a pillar in the community. May God bless your family and soften your loss with memories of happier times.

Darius Johnson

November 25, 2009

Dr. Cooper's presence will be missed, but his legacy will live forever. We thank GOD for his life of service and self-sacrifice.

Bro. Darius A. Johnson

Rayford Harris Jr.

November 24, 2009

To all of the Coopers: Amy, the girls, and I are saddened by your loss. You have our deepest sympathies. It should go without saying, but whatever you need us to do, we are here.

Your friend since Nursery School, Rayford

Ted Manly

November 24, 2009

Dear Brother Coop,
Our sincere condolences in your time of bereavement. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. From Ted & Tongila Manly.

Charles & Barbara Goode

November 24, 2009

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Corliss Baugh

November 23, 2009

LaVerne & Family,

Jones and I would like to express our sincere and deepest sympathy in the lost of your husband, father, grandfather, etc. God loved Bill best and that is why is chose to complete his journey. May God bless you all.

Willie and Corliss

Delores & John Keyes

November 23, 2009

You have our deepest heartfelt sympathy in the lost of your loved one.

Love,

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