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Robert Cooper Obituary
SHREVEPORT, LA- A Requiem Eucharist will be offered in thanksgiving for the life and ministry of the The Reverend Canon Robert K. (Ken) Cooper at 1:00 p.m. on Tuesday, February 12, 2008 at St. Mark's Cathedral, Shreveport.
The family will receive visitors from 5:00-7:00pm Monday, February 11 at Osborn Funeral Home, 3631 Southern Avenue in Shreveport and at the cathedral following the Tuesday Eucharist.
Father Cooper passed away Friday evening in Austin, TX of natural causes.
He is survived by his wife, Martha Annan Cooper of Shreveport; daughter Claire Rebouche and husband Darrell, also of Shreveport; daughter Ellen Cooper of Austin; grandchildren Christopher Rebouche, Madeleine Rebouche, and Hannah Cooper.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Augustus Stinson Cooper and Edythe Maricle Cooper of Ft. Worth, TX. He and Martha were married on August 29, 1959. He was born July 14, 1936 and was educated in Ft. Worth public schools before graduating from Southern Methodist University in Dallas. He was Executive Vice President of First Federal Savings and Loan in Shreveport before dedicating his life to the priesthood.
He attended the University of the South in Sewanee, TN and graduated from the Seminary of the South with a Master of Divinity degree.
His ministry led him to the Church of the Epiphany in New Iberia, LA where he served as rector. He later became rector at St. Matthias Episcopal Church in Shreveport and at St. Barnabas Episcopal Church in Lafayette, LA. He also served as Dean of the Convocation of Acadiana and as Canon to the Ordinary in the Episcopal Diocese of Western Louisiana.
He was instrumental in the formation of the St. Luke's Episcopal Medical Ministry, which serves the Shreveport Convocation.
Memorial offerings should be made to the St. Luke's Episcopal Medical Ministry, in care of St. Mark's Cathedral, 908 Rutherford St., Shreveport, LA, 71104. OSBORNFUNERALHOME.NET
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Memories and Condolences
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Matt and Jenifer Matthews
February 15, 2008
Martha and Girls
Our every thought is with you in sympathy and prayer. We will forever have a guardian angel to watch over us.
Through the years at St. Matthias and since you and Ken have been very special people in our lives. What a blessing! A wonderful, joyful memory of Fr. Cooper that will forever warm my heart is when he married me and Matt and we celebrated with you, Tim and Helen. As time passes may your memories bring you peace and comfort. May God's peace and love be with you all as you go through this most difficult time.
Yours In Christ,
Julie Kihneman-Wooten
February 15, 2008
Martha and the girls,
I was so deeply sorry to learn of Ken's sudden death. He had such an inspiring passion for his vocation, was wonderful pastor and a good friend. I know he loved you all dearly!
During my time in ministry in the diocese he was a constant supporter and a source of encouragement. I will aways remember Ken fondly and smile just like I did every time we saw each other. I am blessed to have known and worked with him. You are all in my prayers.
Sue Carter
February 12, 2008
Martha, Ellen, Claire and extended family members: What a joy and a blessing Father was when he ministered with Father McMichael at St. Matthias, where I was a member and also down in New Iberia when I could visit. I count it a privilege to have spent time in his presence. He truly was Jesus with skin on, a true shepherd of the sheep. Martha, your strength, faith and the grace that you exude and that you have passed on to your lovely daughters will get you through this. My prayer is that our loving Jesus will wrap His arms around all of you and enfold you with peace, love, and comfort during this difficult time. Isn't it wonderful to think of him not only with the Lord but with Father McMichael and so many others who have gone before?
In His Love,
Sue T. Carter
Wilma and Arthur Ferguson
February 12, 2008
Martha and Family:
We are sorry to hear of the loss you suffered upon Ken's untimely death. He was a good man, father, and minister of the word of Christ, and will be missed by all. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Fr. Richard Burns
February 12, 2008
Martha and Girls: I read of Ken's death online and send you my love and sympathy. He was a good friend tome and a great priest. May our blessed Lord receive him into his Kingdom.
Nina-Jo Moore
February 12, 2008
I have such fond memories of working with Ken when I was youth director at St. Paul's - Shreveport in the early 80's. He made all of us laugh - and cry - and be better servants for the Lord. I recall one time having to go to a meeting in Lafayette from Shreveport, and us searching for good "south LA cooking"! What a joy to remember him - it makes me smile to do so. My prayers are with you all.
Kathy Hurd
February 12, 2008
Claire, we are so sorry to hear of the the loss of your Dad. Our prayer for you is that you will find comfort through friends and family as you recall the happy times of your Dad's life.
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Peggy Shirley
February 12, 2008
Being a member of St. Matthias when Fr. Cooper & Martha were there was a very meaningful time in my life. He was very unique and one of the most discerning individuals I have ever known. When he gave me a job to do he let me do it - he could see in me a leadership ability I was unaware of - we worked on many projects together and I will miss my friend. Thank you Martha for your support. God bless your family
Peggy Shirley
St. Mark's Cathedral
Angela Farmer
February 11, 2008
Mrs. Martha and family,
My name is Angela Walford Farmer, I grew up at St. Matthias. My mother is Jenifer Matthews from Pineville. Father Cooper will be sadly missed.
God bless you and your family. He will guide you through this difficult time.
Debbie Taylor
February 11, 2008
Claire, I am so sorry for the loss of your father. My thoughts and prayers go to each member of your family.
Tommy and Margaret Booras
February 11, 2008
Claire and Darrell: Our deepest sympathy to you and your family during this difficult time. May he rest in peace.
Charlene Cain Short
February 11, 2008
I was a member of St. Matthias when Fr. Cooper was the Rector. I remember him well. I remember his smile, laughter and friendly disposition. He brought a lot to St. Matthias, to me and my family. Fr. Cooper was loved and greatly respected. I know he will be missed. My love and sympathy to his family.
Sarah Tully
February 11, 2008
My thoughts are with the Cooper, the, Rebouche, and the St. Mark's families a this time of sorrow. May God bless each person who is touched by this loss.
Kathrynne Hall Walker
February 11, 2008
Father Cooper was my priest down here in Lafayette. He baptized my daughter 16 years ago. He baptized my son at birth when we didn't think he was going to make it. He then baptized my son several months later at home when my father was too ill to leave the house so that he may be there to see it. He came to visit my father weekly when he was dying and was there to give him his last rites. His gestures meant alot to my family and I was so heartbroken when I heard the news of his passing as were my children. My son said it best...now Father is finally up there with the Man he's been working for for all these years. God Bless Father's family and friends.
Brent Siegel
February 11, 2008
I'm so sorry for your loss. Ken was always a warm and friendly man...a real pleasure to talk with.
February 11, 2008
I rejoice in knowing that God Himself is Ken’s exceeding and great reward. I will miss my Pastor and friend.
May the risen Lord Jesus bless Martha and keep her. May the Lord make his face to shine upon Ken’s family and be gracious unto them. May the Lord lift up his countenance upon Martha, and give her His peace.
In your service,
Rickey L Harper
Sergeant First Class
3-116th INF
Kuwait / Iraq
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