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Kari COOPER Obituary
Words are inadequate to convey the enormity of the sudden and tragic loss of our Kari, age 43, on June 19, 2012. There are not enough superlatives to describe how special she was to so many people. She enriched the lives of everyone who knew her. Kari faced her recent cancer diagnosis with great courage, optimism and the amazing selflessness that so characterized her, but no one expected a cardiac arrest to end her life. Kari will be missed so deeply by her husband Eric, children Kate (12) and Ben (9), parents John and Mary Anne McAlpine, brother Brock (Sandra), Eric's stepfather Richard and brother Liam (Jenn). Visitation will be held at the Garden Chapel of Tubman Funeral home, 3440 Richmond Rd., (between Baseline and Bayshore Dr.) on Saturday, June 23 from 2 to 4 p.m. A Funeral Service will be held in the chapel on Sunday, June 24 at 2 p.m. followed by a reception. In lieu of flowers, donations to the United Way would be appreciated. Condolences, tributes and donations may be made at www.tubmanfuneralhomes.com
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Mark Frost
June 18, 2013
To the Cooper family, I was 'googling' for Kari yesterday and was shocked to find that she had passed a year to the day ago. I knew Kari at SRB and through the first two years of University. Everyone mentions the smile, that beaming grin, it was wonderful. I am very saddened by your loss.
September 29, 2012
You will be missed
Meral Unsoy
July 22, 2012
Eric, Kate and Ben.My deepest sympathy is with you. I am shocked and very saddened by this tragedy. Kari was a beautiful person inside and out. I will always remember her with her beautiful smile. Mikayla kept secret this sad news from me, since I was mourning for a tragic and sudden loss of a loved one in my family. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Mikayla's mom.
Sherri Sauve
July 6, 2012
Our thoughts and prayers go to you all (Eric, Katie, Ben, John, Mary Anne, Brock and Sandra). We are absolutely shocked and find it so hard to believe that someone as beautiful, healthy and vibrant as Kari is gone so quickly and so young.
I will always remember when Mom (Lashley) and Don were married, that night at the wedding supper, Kari came to me and told me how happy she was for them and she welcomed us all into the family. Our family had many opportunities at the lake to get to know Kari, Eric and the kids.
I feel blessed that I spent some time with Kari on June 5, but had I known I would have gave her a much longer hug! She touched me with her spirit.
Rest in peace dear step-niece.
God be with you all,
Sherri, Pierre and family
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Bill Wilson
June 27, 2012
On behalf of the Wilson Brothers, we are beyond shocked and immensely saddened to hear of Kari's passing. Our condolences to Kari's family.
Even though we had not seen Kari much over the years, we'll remember a good friend who was always positive and quick with a big smile.
I recall many years ago she had a friend who had moved away. One of their favourite songs was "Ruby Tuesday." Being boys, we brothers and our cousins sang it over and over to tease her. Eventually she just smiled -I think it reminded her of her friend and made her feel good. To me, that was Kari.
We'll spin that track for you a few times this summer up at Chrisite, Kari. God Bless, and may Eric, Kate and Ben, and the rest of your loved ones, find comfort in this inexplicable time of grief.
Bill (and D'Arcy, Tim, Ted and Paul) Wilson
Laura Grunder(Brock's friend)
June 25, 2012
My thoughts are with you all, so sad to lose someone so special and loved. I really enjoyed spending time with Kari at the cottage, she was welcoming and kind.
Sandra Goldthorp
June 25, 2012
It was a shock to hear of Kari's sudden passing. With heartfelt sympathies, Sandra, Mike, Curtis and Cameron Goldthorp
June 25, 2012
As was evident at her memorial service yesterday, Kari is very much loved and widely respected. It was wonderful to see so many youth, and to those of you who stood and said what is in your hearts, well ... she would be very proud of you, as we all are.
To Eric, Kate, Ben, Brock, Mary Anne and John, our most heartfelt prayers.
Diane and Brooke
Christie Lake
Tracy O'Shaughnessy
June 25, 2012
I went to SRB with Kari and she was always warm hearted and so easy to talk with and always had a smile. I can't imagine the difficulty of losing her, my deepest sympathies. It is definitely a small world, finding out now that my nephew and her daughter are great friends. We never put it together in our conversations in the parking lot at Loblaws where I would run into her, I wish we had. May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Marni Oliver
June 24, 2012
Marianne, John and Brock - I was so shocked and saddened to hear of Kari's sudden passing. Our thoughts are with you during this sad and difficult time.
Kari had a genuine zest for life. I have such happy memories of growing up with her on the shores and in the waters of Christie Lake. She was fun-loving, kind and thoughtful friend.
Carolyn Cooper
June 24, 2012
Kari will be in our hearts forever. She entered our lives with 2 dozen yellow tulips and a megawatt smile. She always brought laughter, warmth and wonderful memories to cherish. She will be missed greatly by our family.
Jody Nordman
June 24, 2012
Kari will remain in the hearts and memories of her penguin family at South March Public School. Kari's kind, gentle spirit allowed her to build remarkable connections with both her students and colleagues. She will be greatly missed and remembered ever so fondly.
Andrea Phillips
June 24, 2012
Kari truly was a guiding light in our neighbourhood. She was always smiling, always friendly and was such a wonderful mother and friend. My heart goes out to her family and close friends - such a sad loss of a dear, sweet person.
David Baker
June 23, 2012
My deepest sympathies to Kari's family. I went to high school with Kari and remember just how wonderful a person she was.
Jane Kline
June 23, 2012
I had the pleasure of working along side Kari at Roland Michener School. Her zeal for helping kids learn English as their first language was a clear joy. Her enthusiasm and curiousity about gaining and applying best practices never ceased. The OCDSB has lost a marvelous, beautiful teacher and remarkable person. I miss you, Kari, and will always remember you.
June 23, 2012
It is tough to hear. I went to school with Kari - she was such a kind girl.
God Bless.
Scott Becksted
Lynne Cournoyer
June 23, 2012
Kari was a special person who gave so much of herself. During her time at Roland Michener, we often had to send her home because she was still at school at 2:00 and her day really ended at 10:30. Her response to that was always "Well I have so much to do to help the kids". She touched so many of those kids with her caring nature and warm smile. Heaven has another angel ... yet, she will be missed on Earth.
Cliff Armitage
June 23, 2012
Eric, Kate, Ben, and everyone in the Cooper and McApline families, we are so saddened at Kari's passing. She was such a great friend and amazing person. There are just no words to convey how much she will be missed. Out thoughts and prayers are with you.
Lisa Dervin
June 23, 2012
To Kari's family,
I will always remember Kari's smile and her soft spoken manner. I went to high school with Kari and our girls danced at The Loft most recently. May you fight comfort in your wonderful memories of Kari and peace during this difficult time.
Nicole Charest
June 23, 2012
I am shocked and deeply saddened to learn of the loss of Kari,such a genuinely kind, positive and selfless woman.
We used to run together and from the first time I met her, I looked forward to our Sunday runs because she brought a sense of calm and joy to us all. She was pure goodness and my heart goes out to her entire beloved family.
Kim Paremain
June 22, 2012
I want to extend my deepest sympathy to the McAlpine and Cooper families. I was shocked to hear of Kari's passing. I was friends with Kari in high school.
Heather Linton-Smolkin
June 22, 2012
I am so sorry to hear about this sad news. My condolences to the entire family. I went to high school with Kari and remember her fondly.
hunter mcphail
June 22, 2012
deepest sympathy to Mrs. Cooper's family from Hunter student at south march school
Carole Jenkins
June 22, 2012
I am shocked and overwhelmed by this tragedy. There are no words. please accept my deepest sympathies for your loss. She was a wonderful, kind hearted person, I will always remember her.
Josee Witherow
June 22, 2012
Eric, Kate, and Ben. We are so terribly sorry for your loss. Kari was such a kind and thoughtful woman, she made the neighborhood a brighter place. We will remember her smile, her soft spoken manner and her kindness. Our thoughts are with you.
The Witherow family
Wendy Patton
June 22, 2012
Kari, for all the hours we spent together running and sharing, your most proud conversations were always around your family. Anyone who knew you could see how important and central they were in your life.
Eric, Ben and Kate, the loss you have suffered has been unimaginable and tragic. There are no words available to console or relieve.
I truly feel blessed for having known Kari for the past years, and for all the laughs, memories and inspiration she provided. I will treasure every one of them, and I will smile every time I think of her, as she would want me to.
Love you Kari, you will be missed.
Wendy (Dan, Emily and Sean) Patton
Shane Trimble and Family
June 22, 2012
Dear John, Mary Anne and Brock. Please accept my sincerest condolences. Some of my fondest childhood memories are of our families spending time together at your home and cottage. Know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Denise, Chris, Tristan and Liam
June 22, 2012
Dear Eric, Kate, Ben and family,
I am not sure that I can truly wrap my head around any of this.It seems so cruel and unjust.She was definitely one the kindest most selfless person that I know. I will remember her always, not only her kindness but her strength, her character, her optimism and her perseverance. May she live on in all of our own good deeds and zest for life.
Our thoughts are with you Eric as well as all of her family.
Purtell/Guy Family
June 22, 2012
Dear Eric, Kate, Ben, & family,
We are shocked and deeply saddened over the passing of Kari.
We will miss her sweet smile and kindness.
Our thoughts are with you – now and always,
Lesley, Rich, & Marin
June 22, 2012
Eric, my deepest sympathies for you and the family. We pray for strength for you and your family in these difficult times.
Mahshad Koohgoli
June 22, 2012
Kari's joy for life, and love of family shone brightly on those around her. In the midst of such sorrow and loss, may those she loved sustain one another now through their individual suffering.
With heartfelt sympathy,
Colleen (Greer) and Don Fraser
Tara Sullivan
June 22, 2012
Our deepest condolences and prayers to Eric, Kate,Ben and all who were dear in Kari`s life. She was a caring and thoughful woman, who made our whole neighborhood more neighborly.
The Sullivan`s
Julia Noonan-Savage
June 22, 2012
Mary-Ann, John and Brock. I have nothing but wonderful memories of Kari and growing up together at Christie Lake. Our whole family's hearts and prayers are with you now. I am so sorry.
Vicki McBurney
June 22, 2012
My heart goes out to the family. I did not know Kari but I know her mother. I understand that a daughter is precious beyond explanation and the pain from this loss will be enormous. Your family and friends will help you through this difficult time until the sweet memories of your time with her come back to you.
D Coffey
June 22, 2012
Our heartfelt condolences to Mrs. Cooper's family and friends. She was a truly wonderful teacher and human being. She will be greatly missed by my children and all the other students at South March. Thank you Kari for your hard work, dedication and caring ways.
The Coffey Family.
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