William "Bill" Cooper

1951 - 2022

William "Bill" Cooper
January 24, 1951 - February 25, 2022
Caldwell, Idaho - Coach and retired high school educator William 'Bill' Cooper's love of life didn't come to an end with his death. Bill passed away on February 25, 2022 in Caldwell at the age of 71, after a courageous battle with cancer, surrounded by his family who will continue to honor his legacy. Despite the pain, Bill stayed strong until the end.
Upon graduating from Boise State University in 1974 he immediately started to have an influence in Idaho's high schools. Bill began and ended his career at Caldwell H.S. where he taught, coached and served as an administrator for 38 years. His passions were coaching football, wrestling, and baseball. He was involved in the development of Idaho youth through a multitude of programs including the Down Under Bowl, Idaho Coaches Associations, the Idaho HS Wrestling coaches association, and as director of the Caldwell driver's education program. He had an outstanding ability to work with young people.
His pride was in his school and students, and he shared his passion of coaching with thousands of children over the years. 'Coach Coop' as he was often referred to, dedicated his time to Idaho high school athletics to make a better experience for kids. He has been awarded numerous awards for his service in dozens of organizations including the Garry Comstock Award, Charlie Alvaro Award, and being inducted into the National Wrestling Hall of Fame.
Bill is survived by his wife of 49 years, Linda; his son, Jon and his wife Jess and his only granddaughter (and the absolute love of his life), Quinn; his daughter, Kristin and her fiancé, Steven, and his daughter Bailey.
A memorial service to celebrate the life of Bill will be held March 12, 2022 at 10:30AM at the CHS auditorium.