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Mike Cooper Obituary
April 2, 1945 - January 31, 2023
Mint Hill, North Carolina - Commander Michael W. Cooper, age 77, of Mint Hill, North Carolina passed away on Tuesday, January 31, 2023 following a brief battle with cancer. Mike is survived by his beloved daughter, Meredith Penney Cooper of Mint Hill, North Carolina. Mike's wife, Cynthia Penney Cooper, preceded him in death in 2015. Mike was born on April 2,1945 in Santa Rosa, California to the late Henry "Wally" and Marjorie Cooper. He graduated from Fresno State University with a degree in engineering. A veteran of the Vietnam War, Mike proudly served his country for over 20 years as a Commander in the United States Navy. Following his Naval retirement, he retired a second time from Phillip Morris in 2007. Mike was passionate about gardening. He was well known for his participation in many local community gardens, but most importantly his joy was in sharing what he grew. Other hobbies included woodworking, coffee roasting, and cooking. Those who knew Mike will remember him fondly for his dry sense of humor and quick wit. Those who loved Mike will forever remember him for being a great husband, father and friend.His brothers; Christopher (Patricia) and Casey (Cynthia) Cooper, numerous nieces, nephews, and extended family also survive him. Friends are invited to celebrate Mike's life at a Memorial Gathering on Sunday, February 5th between 1:00pm to 3:00pm at McEwen Funeral Service -Mint Hill Chapel 7428 Matthews Mint Hill Road Mint Hill, NC 28227. Light refreshments will be served and memories will be shared. Online condolences and messages may be left at www.mcewenminthillchapel.com
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Steven Turner
November 19, 2023
Mike and I were good friends when we knew each other through our employer, Tektronix in Beaverton, Oregon. Mike and his wife Cindy were simply the best you could hope for as great Americans and friends. Mike and I enjoyed adventures and outside business opportunities together. We once sailed on another friend´s new sail boat from Seattle to Portland including an unscheduled stop at Grey´s Harbor, Washington after our small 36´ sailboat experienced several issues and a pacific storm large enough that we had to ask for Coast Guard assistance in making it over the bar at Grey´s Harbor, which was breaking at the time! On that occasion, Mike never lost his grit or Navy style while some of us were just hanging on for dear life.
I lost contact with Mike years ago when we both moved out of the Portland area. I only just found where he and his family had landed today in North Carolina. I was deeply saddened by news of both his and Cindy´s passing. I had hoped to reconnect sooner and had tried to find him through the various retired Navy resources. To all of the Copper family and friends, I wish your loss and broken hearts will heal knowing that you will perhaps see Mike and Cindy again when we each take that trip to be with our loving God.
Steven Turner, Powell Butte, Oregon
Stephen Smith
February 3, 2023
We will truly miss Mike! He loved to share his garden produce and was always supportive of our shop!
~ Mint Hill Barber Shop ~
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McEwen Funeral and Cremation Service7428 Matthews-Mint Hill Road, Charlotte, NC 28227
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