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ITHACA - James E. Cooper, age 66, of Ithaca, died October 27, 2008 from complications of pneumonia.
He was born July 3, 1942 in Watkins Glen, NY. He was predeceased by his parents, Raymond and Mary Gould Cooper; his sister, Helyn; and his brothers, Raymond, Sam, Roland and Gary Lee. He is survived by his sister, Shirley Cooper of Montour Falls; his nephew, Douglas (Cindy) Cooper; his niece, Carol (Chuck) Allen; his great-nephews, Kris Cooper, Jason Cooper, and Garrett Allen; several cousins; and his special friends, Marcy, Sarah and Ilene.
Jim graduated from Watkins Glen High School. He trained as a laboratory technician at Robert Packer Hospital and Middletown Hospital, later working at Tompkins County Hospital and Cornell University.
Jim was a sweet man who loved his family, his dear friends, and his community of friends in Alcoholics Anonymous. He was much loved and will be deeply missed.
A memorial service will be held on Saturday, November 8, at 2:00 p.m. at Ithaca Community Recovery, 518 West State St., Ithaca, New York 14850. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Ithaca Community Recovery. E.C. Wagner Funeral Home is entrusted with arrangements.
www.ecwagnerfuneralhome.com
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Darryl June
November 12, 2008
I was deeply saddened to hear of Jims passing, he was my best friend and I will miss him very much. Darryl
marti faiola
November 7, 2008
Jim,
I am so sorry we never got the chance to have lunch, but I am very glad you called me and we did get the chance to have a nice visit. You will be missed my friend.
love,
Marti Faiola
Debbie Hudson
November 3, 2008
I was saddened to hear of Jim's death. He has been a dear friend to my mother for many years. I know he will be missed. My condolences to your family during this difficult time.
suzanne feehan
October 30, 2008
I am so saddened by the news of Jims death. He has been a bright light and source of genuine kindness in my recovery journey. I shall miss him greatly. Suzanne
MARI (MALONEY) VANNORDSTRAND
October 30, 2008
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well-lived.
Nancy (maloney)VanEtten
October 30, 2008
Please accept my deepest sympathies.
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