C. Douglas Cooper Obituary

C. Douglas "Doug" Cooper, 71, of Tunkhannock, passed away suddenly on Aug. 21, 2013, at his home.

Doug was born in Kingston on Aug. 31, 1941, a son of the late Clyde and Gladys Williams Cooper.

He was a 1959 graduate of Tunkhannock High School and received a degree in dairy science from Penn State University.

Doug worked on his father's dairy farm as well as with the Forty Fort Dairy, Abbotts Dairy and Crowley Foods. He spent 23 years at Bevaco Food Service and U.S. Food Service as vice president of purchasing. He retired from Maines Food & Paper Service.

Doug was a "people person," and if you met him you found yourself a new friend. Never one to relax, he retired three more times before starting his volunteer job at the Tunkhannock Public Library's book sale room. Doug was the "Book Man" who delivered books to 20 outreach sites that the library serves.

In addition to his parents, Doug was preceded in death by his sister, Polly Lou Spring, Florida.

Surviving are Doug's high school sweetheart and wife of 50 years, Judy Wynd Cooper; son, James and his wife, Terry Cooper, Springville; daughter, Megan and her husband, Tony Timonte, Phoenix, Ariz.; grandsons, Bradley Mitchell, South Carolina, and Robert, Doug and Peter Cooper, Springville; sister, Priscilla, and brother-in-law, Alex Gulis, Michigan; and numerous nieces and nephews.

A celebration of Doug's life will be held from 1 to 3:30 p.m. Saturday at the Tunkhannock Public Library, 220 W. Tioga St., Tunkhannock. Services will held at 3:30 p.m. at the library, led by Pastor Peter Geschwindner of the Tunkhannock United Methodist Church.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Doug's memory to the Tunkhannock Public Library, 220 W. Tioga St., Tunkhannock, PA 18657. Memorials will be used for the Cooper's Corner Book Sale Room.

Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.sheldonkukuchkafuneralhome.com.

Published by Times Leader on Aug. 28, 2013.
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Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this difficult time.

Kim Hollister

August 31, 2013

Judy and family: we were shocked and saddened to read about Doug; we remember him so fondly as a generous, friendly and talented friend. Please accept our sincere sympathies.

Steve and Ginny Corrigan

August 30, 2013

I'm so very sorry to hear about Doug's passing. He was a great guy, and will be dearly missed. I always smile when I remember Doug telling us about the time his parents "counted the turkeys" before Thanksgiving... Rest in Peace, Doug.

Bill Williams

August 29, 2013

Dear Judy,
My condolences to you and your family.I am truly saddened to hear of Doug's passing.I feel honored to have known him.My thoughts are with you and yours.

Karl Uhler

August 29, 2013

Dear Judy, I was so saddened to hear of Doug's passing. He was a fellow '59 er, football teammate and Penn Stater. He will be missed not only for his special brand of humor but also for his generous human spirit. I hope to see you when Cindy and I visit Tunkhannock in October. In the meantime, big hugs to you and your family. With warm regards

Jack

Jack and Cindy Bowman

August 29, 2013

Judy, so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Lloyd & Charlotte Kingston

August 28, 2013

Dear Judy,
I'm so very sorry for your loss. Doug is a fond part of my childhood memories, always giving little gifts, and making me smile. Peace to you and family at this time.

Laura Phillips Howell Glynn

August 28, 2013

Doug - you will be missed.
SYC will never be the same again. You were always a great friend and we have shared many great memories. A Bon Fire will be lit in your honor.
Kevin & Denise Barry
Harding

August 28, 2013

It was with deep sadness we learned of Doug's death. Heartfelt sympathy is sent to Judy and the family. Doug was a memorable fellow and classmate. He will be missed by many of us. Frank and Nancy (Kile) Roberts, Silver Spring, MD

August 28, 2013

Judy and Family,
I was so sad to hear about Doug. He was a mentor of mine throughout my career at Bevaco and US Foodservice. A great man, yes, but also a beautiful human being and I am blessed to have known him.
My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family and I am sure Doug will live on in everyone's heart.

Mary Ellen Strzelczyk

August 28, 2013

Judy,
He was my boss at Bevaco. I will always remember what a great person he was. He will be missed by many.
Tina Shanko-Koerber

August 28, 2013

Judy, so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this sad time.

Jeanmarie & Dick Harding

August 28, 2013

doug we had great fun at the library! i miss you. rest in peace.

deb b

August 28, 2013

Worked with him at Bevaco, a great guy. So sorry for your loss. Alan Miletta

August 28, 2013

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