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My condolences to the family. I've known Al all of life in Mckenney, first and foremost we were in church all the time together. What ever shenanigans went on we were in it, friends Tommy, Edwin, Odessa, Wilbur, Bernard, Jackie his late brother Jojo, Pat the late David R., the Lewis family. Al, myself and others played in the band all the way through school. I will surely miss seeing you ROCK that organ.❤

Cheryl Chambliss

January 10, 2025 | Petersburg, VA | Friend

Mr. Cooper will be deeply missed. I appreciate all of the time we worked together at Sunnyside. I wish the Cooper family comfort and peace as I know God will take care of you! You all have my sincere condolences.

Brenton Byrd

January 10, 2025 | Elberon, VA | Coworker

My sincere condolences to Al’s family. I knew him to be a sweet, humble, and respectful person. I will miss his smile and of course hearing him play piano or organ. He clearly loved sharing his gift with the world.

Jacqueline Howell

January 10, 2025 | Ormond Beach, FL

To the family and friends of James(Al) I give my sincere condolences. Al was a wonderful person, friend and classmate. He was definitely passionate about his music and it showed in all of his performances. His parents were well respected in our community and church and they would have been so proud of Al. When I see Al's daughter( Chanda) and his son( James Jr.) and how they are raising their children, I know they will continue the legacy of their grandparents and father.
May the...

Carolyn G. Birchette

January 09, 2025 | Petersburg, VA | Classmate

Sending love

James and Priscilla Bacon

January 09, 2025 | Chester, VA | Family

In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.

Hazel Williams, Owens

January 09, 2025 | Warfield, VA | Acquaintance

In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.

Mr and Mrs Wilbur Owens

January 09, 2025 | Southhill, VA | Acquaintance

Rest in peace. Playing now in the heavenly chior.

Julia Todman

January 09, 2025 | Alberta, VA

It was my pleasure bro. Rest in peace we spend many days and many nights on the road playing in the band. Ujima

nathan dickerson

January 08, 2025 | Charlotte, NC | Friend

James's Obituary

James Alton Cooper Sr., affectionately known as “Al”, transitioned from earth to reward on January 4, 2025 surrounded by family. Born July 15, 1957, Al was the first born to the late Clarice Monroe Cooper and Joseph Washington Cooper and brother to sister Mary Esther (Sis) and...

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