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David Cooper Obituary
David was a member of the 101st Screaming Eagles Special Division and helped with the integration of Little Rock High School in 1957. He worked on both television and radio in Reno, NV and several stations in Las Vegas, NV. David was News Director/Anchor for KTNV-TV in the late 70s. After working as the first national news editor of National Public Radio in Washington D.C., he was one of the founders of Nevada Public Radio in Las Vegas. 25 years ago, David moved to Los Angeles and with his love of movies started a new company Aries Productions. David launched an award-winning advertising agency, Cooper, Burch & Howe in Las Vegas. He later took his love of advertising and taught at Cal State Fullerton, OTIS College of Communications and Pepperdine University in California. A celebration of David's life will be Friday August 22, 1 p.m. at the First African Methodist Episcopal Church, 2270 S Harvard Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90018. Donations may be made to City of Hope, c/o Central Processing, 1500 E. Duarte Rd., Duarte, CA 91010-3000, in the memo line of the check write for David A. Cooper.
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July 7, 2014
I'm so sorry to have only recently learned of David's passing. He was a mentor to me early in my PR/Marketing career and was a real stand-up guy who knew his business and had a fantastic sense of humor. He had a lot of integrity and heart. I'll never forget the day he walked his pug into the office - complete with a tiny briefcase that housed business cards with paw prints on them. Hilarious! And who can forget his excitement after meeting his idol, Walter Cronkite?
I'm brokenhearted for his beloved wife Bonny, his children, and his pugs, as I can only imagine how hard his passing was on them all. David was a class act who served his country, his local community, and his clients with all his heart and ability. When I learned that he was teaching, I knew it was a perfect fit because he loved inspiring and helping young people get their start in the business.
I'm honored to have known him and wish to extend my deepest sympathies to his family and my utmost appreciation to his spirit. I hope he's in heaven announcing the new arrivals with that great radio voice we all remember.
Philip Faiss
August 24, 2008
To my godfather,
I miss you and really appreciated the time I spent with you when I lived in LA. You were so cunning and insightful, and I regret we didn't see more of each other.
Love,
Philip
Bruce Pozzi
July 30, 2008
David, you were one of the best roommates a fellow could have in college. I appreciated your humor and friendship. I am glad we had that time together in our lives.
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