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Thomas Cooper Obituary
PORTLAND -- Dr. Thomas Llewellyn Cooper, 58, of Cape Elizabeth, passed away peacefully in his sleep on Dec. 7, 2007 at Maine Medical Center with his family by his side.
Dr. Cooper, the eldest of four, was born Feb. 24, 1949 in Boston, Mass. to Dr. Llewellyn and Pauline Cooper. In 1956, the family relocated to Bar Harbor where he spent the remainder of his childhood years. After graduation from Bar Harbor High School as a star football player, he proceeded to Dartmouth College to attain a Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology.
Tom explored a brief career in the insurance industry before pursuing a medical degree at Tufts University. He then completed the OB/GYN residency program at Maine Medical Center, where he remained as a well respected and much loved physician for 27 years. Tom loved his profession as it gave him the opportunity to serve his community by being an advocate for women's health, as well as playing an integral role in the family birthing process.
In 1970, Tom married the love of his life Carlene Diane Howe. They were blessed with two children, Brooke and Brett Thomas Cooper, both of Portland.
Tom's quick wit, immense knowledge and uncanny sense of humor proved the perfect combination to put everyone around him at ease and keep people laughing. Tom and Carlene loved cruising the coast of Maine, snowmobiling, downhill skiing, white water rafting, and most of all, relaxing and hosting family gatherings at their summer home on Panther Pond. He was an avid airplane pilot, powered paraglider, fisherman, and he loved being called upon for his handyman skills.
Tom will be greatly missed by his family, friends, professional colleagues, and patients.
Tom was predeceased by his mother Pauline MacMackin Cooper, father-in-law Clifford Rollins Howe, and niece Lorin Elizabeth Cooper. He is survived by his wife of 37 years Carlene; father Dr. Llewellyn Cooper, mother-in-law Thelma Howe; siblings, Robert and wife Alice, James and wife Marva, JoAnn and husband Clifford Sawyer, sister-in-law Suzanne and husband David Farnham; daughter Brooke, son Brett and fiancee Sarah Neal; nieces and nephews, Christian, Benjamin, Brenton, Kaitlyn, Andy and Meredith. He will also be dearly missed by his favorite playmate and only granddaughter, Olivia Lorin Cooper.
A celebration of Tom's life will be held on Saturday, Dec. 15, 2007 at 1 p.m. at the First Congregational Church, 301 Cottage Rd. in South Portland, with a reception to follow. A private family internment will take place in Bar Harbor at a later date. Arrangements by Hobbs Funeral Home, 230 Cottage Road, South Portland.
The family wishes to thank everyone for their prayers and support throughout the last two and a half years.
If desired, donations may be made to The Dr. Thomas Cooper Memorial Fund at the new Maine Medical Center Women's and Infants Building c/o MMC Development Office 22 Bramhall Street
Portland, Maine 04102
Dr. Thomas
Llewellyn Cooper
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Jennifer Ivey
January 7, 2008
To The Family of Dr. Cooper,
I was sorry to hear of Dr. Cooper’s passing. I had been a patient of his since 1989. I was referred to him by a co-worker after my second miscarriage. Even though Dr. Cooper was unable to help us become parents, I still looked forward to seeing him and the girls in the office each year. I enjoyed his sense of humor and getting caught up on what Brooke and Brett were doing. And of course, one had to learn what was new with his favorite playmate Olivia who apparently had the Big G wrapped around her finger.
His passing has been a great loss to his patients and the OB/GYN community.
Sincerely,
Jennifer & Wendell Ivey
Alfred, Maine
Michele Smith
January 4, 2008
I grew up down the street for the Coopers. They are a wonderful family. My deepest sympathies to the family.
Carrie Loy
January 3, 2008
I adored Dr. Cooper! He took my case even though he “wasn’t accepting any new patients.” Although I have finally resigned to my inability to conceive, the care I received from Dr. Cooper and his staff was superb. From physical to emotional, from intellectual to spiritual, his approach was warm, caring, and holistic, extending past me as a patient to my family and friends. And - I would be amiss if I did not mention his absolutely wonderful and sometimes outrageous sense of humor that truly helped get me through the tough times. I feel blessed that our paths crossed, and although I was not fortunate enough to meet his family, I pray that peace, harmony and balance will soon be restored for all his loved ones. May you feel the comforting presence of angels around you.
Carol FOGG
January 2, 2008
My sincerest thoughts and prayers go to your family.
I was one of Dr. Cooper's patients and just cannot express what a wonderful person he was. He made you so confident of the care he was giving despite whatever was really wrong with you.
He was a wonderful doctor and man. I have yet to replace him in my life and know that he will be sorely missed by his family.
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Danielle Smith
December 29, 2007
My sincerest of sympathy's to Dr Coops family. I was surprised to see that he passed on Dec 7th, the same day, 22 years ago that he delivered my oldest son at Maine Medical Center. Dr. Cooper was my OB/GYN for 25 years when I first met him as an emergency pt at Maine Med. He took me through the birth of both of children and all the appts between and after. That office felt more like visiting family then a trip to the docs. His crazy sense of humor kept me laughing at even the most awkward of times. His kind manor and true caring attitude for his patients was remarkable. He loved his family so and always filled me in on what was going on with his children and wanted to know what antics where happening in my family. He will be very sadly missed but know that he touched so many, many lives and will be remembered by hundreds of Maine families for eternity.
M. Fournier
December 27, 2007
Years ago I was referred to Dr. Cooper...the OB/GYN "nurses choice" throughout the medical community. He was warm, genuine, and a remarkable individual who left a lasting impression. Since that time I recommended him to numerous friends, relatives, and co-workers...without hesitation and with only the highest endorsement. I had the previlege of coaching a dear friend through her first and only delivery, with Dr. Cooper welcoming her little one with a sweet rendition of "Happy Birthday Baby". It is a wonderful memory, and he was that rare individual who left this world a better place because of who he was. May all of his loved ones find comfort in knowing that his suffering is over, and that his spirit is with you each and every day. Honorable, loving and compassionate physicians, fathers, husbands, colleagues, and friends are a rare and priceless gift.
Cheryl Cushman
December 21, 2007
My sincere and heartfelt sympathy for the great loss of a great man. I never had an appointment with Dr. Cooper when he did not mention his family. When I needed surgery he would call me several times to make sure I was okay and fully understood the procedure. Once when I ignored a problem, he called to make sure I understood the seriousness of not doing anything and made an appointment over the phone. I have often said that I wish all doctors had the compassion and love of medicine that this man had. We were all blessed to know him.
Laura Russell-Martell
December 21, 2007
To Dr. Coopers family, I am so very sorry for your loss. He always said how much he loved his family and smiled ear to ear when talking about his granddaughter. Dr. Cooper was the best Dr. EVER! I first started seeing Dr. Cooper when he was working at the clinic, he was such a good Dr. and I would just want to see him, sometimes I would wait for hours because he was in delivery but it was all worth it. I remember when he first went to his own office, I called in the morning to be his first patient but, he already had two others, I wasn't surprised. Over the years I would ask him to just be my only Dr. because Dr. Cooper was the smartest Dr., kindest, caring and he made me feel safe, and that was hard for me. Over the years, a baby and lots of operations...one of those operation stands out more then the others, we are in the O.R. and as he was finishing my surgery and the hospital they did not have a tool that he needed that would help me, he called another hospital to get it, then called a to have a delivery co. bring it to the hospital (on a bicycle), all while I was out on the table. When I woke up he told me the story and he told me he said a few naughty words for me, I smiled knowing that he went above and beyond on my behave. That is just who he was. I will also miss the girls in the office that followed him from the clinic to his office too, It is just another testimony to how wonderful he was. Everybody loved him! He helped my two daughters and without him I would not have my 4 grandsons! There are So many stories between to mention. I feel privileged to have known him. He will always be in our families hearts, both women and men. We all Love him dearly.
Denise Aboud
December 17, 2007
I have thought of Dr. Cooper often over the years. He was my Dr. from 1993 until 2000 for all four of my pregnancies. I remember with the birth of my first child....not knowing at the time that she was a girl, as he was delivering Dr. Cooper said "must be a girl, she has girl ears." Humorous comments like that made 9 months of pregnancy, and the delivery process an enjoyable one. Dr. Cooper, Thank You for helping to bring my children into this world, They are all "keepers"!! You will be very missed. My thoughts and prayers go out to the entire Cooper family.
Stephanie (Jewett) Roux
December 16, 2007
Brooke - my thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family at this time..
MB Winschel
December 16, 2007
My deepest sympathy goes out to the Cooper Family.
I have had a hard time coming up with words that could express what gratitude I have for such a wonderful Doctor. Dr. Cooper had been my doctor for 19 years, delieverd all three of our wonderful children and was always there with a big smile and twinkle in his eye. I have had numerous surgeries performed by Dr. Cooper and wouldn't have thought to have anyone else do them. He was a caring man who would call you to check on you, whether it would be a Sunday night or after nine when he said he would call, he always did.I still remember his shuffle of his feet, you knew when he was entering you room I kept telling him you need to pick up your feet when you walk.
We won't forget the night he delieverd our second son, he looked right at me and said, we will always have something in common your new son and my son have the same birthday.
Even to this day I hear my own husband call our oldest son Thomas(Wonderboy), wonder what he is up to. Our thoughts and prayers are with you always when I see those stars twinkling I know that you most be telling your jokes.
Jennifer Murphy
December 15, 2007
Dr. Cooper was truly a very special man. I remember my first visit with him for my second pregnancy. I sat down in the office and he said, "I've been waiting for your appointment all day"- and I thought "Wow how wondeful is that" and then in typical Dr. Cooper fashion he followed it up with, "After your visit I can go home for the day!"- we both chuckled and he explained that he was a new grandfather and couldn't wait to get home to see his Olivia. Every visit after that one I made sure to ask about his granddaughter just to see the twinkle in his eye.
After the birth of my second son I was given news that I was not ready to hear at the young age of 34. I remember leaving Dr. Cooper's office in tears only to return home to several messages on my answering machine from him. Over a period of a couple months I continued to ignore my situation and continued to receive messages, one after another from Dr. Cooper asking me to come into the office to discuss my health situation. When I finally stopped being so stubborn and went back into the office to face the music I was treated like one of his family members which helped to put my mind at ease.I remember the morning of my surgery being a complete mess and as I laid on the table waiting for the anesthesia to kick in I must have looked frightened because he took my hand and looked me straight in the eye and said, "Everything will be okay- I'll take good care of you". He was that caring a man and I was blessed to have been lucky enough to be one of his patients. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family. He will be greatly missed.
Annie Agger
December 14, 2007
My deepest sympathies to Dr. Cooper's family, he was a wonderful man & a great doctor. I worked with him & then choose him as my doctor after I saw the gentle & caring way he treated all of his patients. His sense of humor & calm attitude got me through two pregnancies & two deliveries. When I think of the number of lives he brought into this world, I just have to smile, I know he was.
Jennifer Pyle
December 14, 2007
Dr. Copper was an extraorinary person. Words cannot describe what a special man he really was. It seems like Dr. Cooper has been apart of my family forever. He delieverd my sister 23 years ago, and then one of my sons. There's always been a saying in my family "There will never be a Doctor quite like Dr. Cooper" He helped my husband and me through infertility issues. He would come in to his office on Saturday to give me my shot, he would call late at night to go over my options. He was a devoted Doctor. He always had a joke to make you feel less awkward in situations, plus I think he liked to hear you laugh at his jokes. His smile lit the room up. I told my husband one day when we finally got pregnant, "I Love Dr. Copper, and my husband said back, "I love him too." I am so sad by his passing, but I know he's smiling at all of us from heaven. Dr. Cooper- We all love you and will never forget the impact you had on our lives, so many lives.
Stephanie Trott
December 13, 2007
my thoughts & prayers are with the Cooper family,Dr Cooper was the best.With his quick smile,humor,& gentle hands.He will truely be missed by all who had the priveliage of knowing him. I was refered to him through a nurse & I am truely greatful to her that I got to be his patient.I will miss his smiling face.
Mrs. Trott
Regina Kane
December 13, 2007
I was so sad to hear the news of Dr. Cooper's passing. I will always remember him as "Tommy Cooper" from Bar Harbor High School - he was a year ahead of me in school and even though I haven't seen him in years, I can still remember him so clearly (his smile, his sense of humor,his kindness). From reading the messages from others, he obviously made a real mark on the lives of so many people. My condolences and prayers to his entire family.
Bridget Tidd
December 13, 2007
Our family would like you to know that you are all in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. The world was a better place because of Mr. Cooper. He was a kind and loving man. He will be truly missed.
The Tidd/Rogan family
Dawn,Scott,Amber,& Bryce
December 13, 2007
I was a patient for over 10 years. Dr. Cooper and his staff helped me struggle thru 4 second trimester losses,infertility, and other problems. He was always very supportive in the decisions we made. I would ask him what he really thought, he would say " In my professional opinion...,but if you were my sister..." He was excited for us when we adopted our daughter in December 2000. After the adoption, we decided to try one more time. Several months later I was pregnant. At 17 weeks I was put on hospitalized bedrest for 133 days. Everyday Dr. Cooper would either come in to see me or call to check on me. He would always talk about his family, so when I got to meet Brooke at the hospital, I felt like I already knew her. If it was not for Dr. Cooper's sense of humor and the nurses, I would not have made it thru any of this. Dr. Cooper let me go home 2 weeks before my son was born. On March 13, 2002 my water broke at 11:30pm. I called him, he said "go to the hospital I will see you in the morning." Well my son wasn't waiting, at 2:30am Dr. Cooper had to come in. I felt so bad, but grateful that he was there, He looked exhausted and he had to be back early in the morning for surgery. He said he wouldn't have missed the birth for anything.To show our gratitude for the commitment to our family, we gave our son the middle name of "Cooper". When someone asks us where we got his middle name we tell them it is after the special Doctor that brought him into this world. There is so much more I would like to say. Dr. Cooper will be greatly missed. He made a big impact on our lives. With my families deepest sympathy
Cindy Conner
December 13, 2007
To Dr. Cooper's family, my heart goes out to all of you. I was a patient of Dr. Cooper's for 16 years. I met him for the first time when he delivered my son, Ben, on April 8th, 1992. I had heard wonderful things about him before meeting him and just hoped that, even without knowing him, he would deliver Ben. My husband and I have met many people and we can both say, Dr. Cooper is on the top of the list for being a wonderful human being. If more people were like him, the world would be a much better place.
Dr. Cooper will be greatly missed by any and all that have had the priviledge of knowing him.
Please take care and know that heaven has without a doubt received an angel.
Pam Rowell
December 12, 2007
My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. Tom was a pleasure to work with and I have many memories of working with him in Labor and Delivery at MMC. He had a great sense of humor and I know he valued his relationships with patients and staff. You can be proud to call him father, husband, grand-father, friend. With deepest sympathy, Pam.
Kimberly Stevens
December 12, 2007
I would like to extend my thoughts and prayers to your entire Family. As many have said before me, Dr. Cooper delivered my daughter on January 2nd 1987. When Dr. Cooper first told me I was pregnant (only 6 weeks along), I will never forget him telling me that I would be delivering my child on January 2nd. I kept on telling everyone that I was going to have my baby on 1/2/87 and everyone thought I was crazy (how could I know that information)unless I was going to have a C-section. Dr. Cooper was right. I will never forget calling him on New Years night to tell him that I think it is time. He told me to get right in because we were going to have a big snow storm. I arrived at 2 AM on January 2nd and delivered at 9AM. I left the house with a dusting of snow and after I delivered my daughter, I looked outside and we had 27 inches of snow on the ground.
Dr. Cooper always took care of his patients. When he left his practice I was so sad and very afraid to start up with a new Dr. I waited and waited to see if he would return.
I will always remember his sense of humor and how comfortable he made me feel.
Thank you for sharing your husband, father, grandfather and friend to the world of medicine. He was an amazing Doctor. No one will ever replace him. God Bless.
Linda Kilbride Reinholdtsen
December 11, 2007
Dear Cooper family, What can I say that has not already been said. We all loved him so much. Like many others Tom delivered by children (all three). I met him when he was a resident in the 80's. I was one of his first patients, and one of his last. I was sad to have to leave him, as we all were. Over the years I have heard many stories about all of you. He loved you so, his wife, daughter, son and of course his granddaughter. When Brooke was pregnant he told me he was going to be called the big G.....He would tell stories of her spending the night when Brooke was working and how much joy she brought into his life. He talked about you all in the same way. I know it is tough, but in time, the funny stories, photos and great memories will make you laugh. I sit here with tears in my eyes and a smile on my face. The world is a better place because Thomas Cooper was a part of it. Blessings to you all.
Melissa L.
December 11, 2007
Dr. Cooper was a great Dr.! He really made his patients feel like they were important. He delivered my first child and he was the best!
Heaven has received an angel!!!
Maria Walker
December 11, 2007
To Dr. Cooper's Family - We are very sorry for your loss. We are deeply sorry. Dr. Thomas Cooper was one of kind.(Dr.and Friend) He always made you feel good. He always said before leaving please drive safe. He would always talk about his family and how they were doing. Both his staff and Dr. Cooper aways made our visit so heart warming. He will be truly miss by all of us
melissa storer
December 11, 2007
Dr.Cooper was the best! He delivered my 3 boys and I am forever grateful for his kindness, wisdom and his great sense of humor. Melissa Storer
Hollie Ouellette
December 11, 2007
Dr Cooper was my physician for over 13 yrs. Like he once stated, when you get to that many years you feel more like friends/family than a patient.Had it not been for Dr Cooper's knowledge, compasion and empathy are 1st daughter would not be here today. Our family will be forever grateful to Dr Cooper.God Bless you and your family
Kathryn Tewhey York
December 11, 2007
Dr. Cooper was my doctor for 22 years. He had a great sense of humor. He was a great doctor. He got me through 2 pregnancies successfully. I will miss him. So sorry to the Cooper family for your loss.
Lisa Glenn
December 11, 2007
To Dr.Cooper's family, I am so sorry for your lose. I was a patient of his for many years and I have never trusted, respected or loved a doctor like I did him. I also loved his staff and was always so happy to see them and on occasion I even made them apple crisp. I was always greeted by his staff with love and hugs and even as they watched me gain 90 pounds with my son, not one unkind word was ever said just that I looked beautiful. I like so many have tried to find a doctor who cares half as much as he did and I can't. The world has lost a truly great man. Dr. Cooper with his smile and great sense of humor will forever live in my heart as will the sadness I feel and missing him so dearly.
Lisa Dolan
December 11, 2007
My thoughts and prayers go out to your family at this very difficult time. Dr. Cooper was a very special man. He was very kind, caring, and, not to mention, funny. He played a big part in my life. As his patient for over 20 years, he delivered my three girls, and never without a joke or two. He certainly made a difference in many people's lives. He genuinely cared about his patients. My heartfelt sympathy goes out to all of you. May the happy memories comfort you as the days go on.
Teresa Price
December 10, 2007
Dr. Cooper was not my OB, but he was on call the night our first child was born. His sense of humor really helped me get through the delivery. We felt so fortunate to have him deliver our son! That was in 1992, and in 1998 we were back at MMC for the birth of our third child. We were telling the nurse about what a funny doctor we'd had 6 years before, Dr. Cooper, and she got a big smile on her face and said, "That's my dad!" We felt just as fortunate to have Brooke help us with that delivery. So it really saddened me to learn of Dr. Cooper's death, and we will be praying for your family during this difficult time.
Barbara & Harold Arbour
December 10, 2007
Carlene,Brooke,Brett& Olivia
Our thoughts and prayers go out to you at this difficult time.
Pam Tozier
December 10, 2007
To Brooke, Brett, Carlene and Olivia, as well as Tom's Dad and siblings,
Tom was definitely one of a kind! As a Labor & Delivery nurse at MMC for 30 years, I've had the honor of working with Tom during countless deliveries, always impressed with his ability to manage any situation with an interesting mix of skill and humor. I'll never forget the night when he was still a resident and we had to haul him out of bed for an emergency delivery...he banged his head on the top bunk, fell on the floor with a thud, and his glasses went flying, but the baby got safely delivered! Tom will be SORELY missed at MMC...but I hope it brings you a little comfort knowing he was loved and respected by so many. It was an honor and a privelege to call him my friend, and I pray for your comfort and strength to help you in the days ahead. God Bless.
Tricia Gross
December 10, 2007
Dr. Cooper was such a wonderful doctor, especially to first time mothers. I remember begging him not to take vacation near my due date because I didn't want anyone else but him. I still fondly recall his infamous sayings, "It's a keeper" after the deliverance of my babies and probably a more common phrase during
examinations, "You'll feel pressure, no pain"(which was a stretch at times!) I would love to hear how many "keepers" Dr. Cooper brought into the world if anyone knows. He was the greatest!
The Logel Family
December 10, 2007
Our hearts go out to Carlene, Brooke, Brett, Olivia and the rest of the Cooper family. Lovely obituary.
Judy Carter
December 10, 2007
I will miss Dr. Cooper, he delivered all three of my girls, my eldest will be 17 this month. I will miss his sense of humor. He was a great doctor.
Barbara Marzolf
December 10, 2007
My thoughts and prayers are with you. I met Dr. Cooper when he became my OB provider--he was a wonderful man with the best smile and sense of humor.
carol peterson
December 10, 2007
Dr Cooper was a wonderful Dr. and will be missed by everyone that knew him . I was a patient of his
and feel blessed that he was my Dr.
Our prayers are with his family.
Carol Peterson Glen. NH
James & Sara Salisbury
December 10, 2007
I have known Tom for over 43 years. Too many great memorys to pass on here. Carlene, Brooke, Brett and Olivia. Your memorys of Tom will last forever. May God bless you, and all of Toms family. He will be missed but never forgotten.
C Reichert
December 10, 2007
He was a great man as well as a great OB GYN doctor. He will be sorely missed and my thoughts and prayers are with the family, friends and former co-workers.
barbara sevigney
December 10, 2007
I met Dr. Cooper later in my life when he performed a surgery. I continued with him, because he always listened and offered up- to- date information for we menopausal women. His sense of humor always made me smile. We often talked about our grandchildren and I know that his grandaughter was a special light in his life. I have missed him and just want to express my condolences to his family whom I know meant so much to him.
Denise Reny
December 10, 2007
Dr Cooper will always hold a special place in my heart for helping me to conceive my now 5 year old boy/girl twins after almost 3 years of trying. His smile, weird sense of humor and determination to give me the greatest gift - motherhood, will never be forgotten. He was the absolute best and his family & friends should be so proud knowing they knew and loved a man that made such a difference in so many people's lives. May the memories you hold dear in your heart guide you during this most difficult time.
Suzanne Farnham
December 10, 2007
Tom, we love you--your strength, integrity, and humor were an inspiration to us all over the years, and you will be deeply missed.
Suzanne and family
Jennifer Weber
December 10, 2007
Dr. Cooper was referred to me years ago by a friend who was a patient and former co-worker of his. On my first visit with Dr. Cooper, he immediately knew what to do to help me and treat my situation. I have been blessed with two beautiful daughters and I truly feel that I may not have been able to have children if it weren't for meeting Dr. Cooper and his staff. My first daughter was delivered by Dr. Cooper and I was sorry that he couldn't deliver my second. He will be missed dearly and I will always be honored for knowing him and being his patient.
Susan Lloyd-Rees
December 10, 2007
To Dr. Cooper's family - we are deeply saddened to hear of Dr. Cooper's passing. His humor and bedside manner were so genuine - he truly cared. We'll miss him. Our thoughts are with you during this difficult time.
Robyn S
December 10, 2007
Dr.Cooper was a great man! He was my dr for over 23yrs!!He delivered my 2nd daughter. I was heartbroken to have to find another dr. He was the Best as far as I'm concerned.My heart goes out to his family at this very difficult time.He will be truly missed !
Dr. Darcey Leighton
December 10, 2007
Dear Brooke and Brett,
I was so sorry to hear of your father's passing. I loved him dearly and will miss him very much. He was a wonderful doctor, mentor and friend - I am thankful for everything he taught me. My heart goes out to you all...
Donna Chapais
December 10, 2007
My deepest sympathies to the family. Dr. Cooper was my Dr. for over 20 years and I have yet to find anyone to replace him. He was one of a kind, always made me laugh and actually took the time to sit down and talk with me. He is deeply missed and my prayers go out to his family.
Brett Cooper
December 10, 2007
With all our heart, thank you everyone. Your words help to comfort us during this incredibly painful time.
DAD - I MISS YOU TERRIBLY AND LOVE YOU ENDLESSLY..
Tamlyn Osolin
December 10, 2007
I am truly saddened by such a loss. I worked with Tom thru his residency at MMC and became good friends with he and his wife, Carlene. I was also one of his patients, and would've followed him in private practice just about anywhere. When I became pregnant, I was high risk. He came into the hospital to visit and sit with me without having been on call. He didn't want anyone else caring for me as I was so high risk. One of a kind, he was. I have many wonderful memories of Tom, and one of which is Fishwiches on Fridays at MMC. The cafeteria made darn sure on Friday's they saved some for him if he was in the OR.
I will miss him very, very much. My heart goes out to the family.
Christine C
December 10, 2007
My sympathy to you all. Dr. Cooper touched a lot of lives and he will never be forgotten by his former patients. He delivered all three of my children, the second, in 1992, he was stuck on the bridge and I was in labor; he arrived literally in the nick of time. He joked that my daughter was the first baby he had delivered wearing his Bean boots! I am very sorry for your loss.
Tara Michaud
December 10, 2007
I was a patient of Dr. Cooper's for 17 years....It is so hard to believe he is gone. Brooke, I remember when you were pregnant. Your dad was so excited to be a grandfather. When Olivia was born, he had a twinkle in his eye when he would talk about it. He was such a wonderful doctor and I can only imagine what a wonderful husband and father he was.
My heart goes out to you all! Remember....Memories....that is something nobody can ever take away!
My Deepiest Sympathy to all!
daniell ross
December 9, 2007
Dr cooper,
You will be sadly missed, I will never forget how you were to your employees at the office. Love you.
Daniell
Bill Moses
December 9, 2007
Dr. Cooper delivered our first child on Dec. 17, 1986 and our second child on June 12, 1989. Both deliveries had complications,but with Tom's expertise and my wife's courage two healthy girls entered the world. We will never forget his sense of humor and caring way!! He was very special! God Bless!
Bill Moses-Standish
Angel Christensen
December 9, 2007
Our family is sorry for your loss.Me,especially,because Dr.Cooper has taken very good care of me since I was a teenager,until well after my son was born(Which I'm still mad because he went on vacation while he was due!!)just wanted you to be the one that delivered him...You will surely be missed...Great friend,Great father figure...I thank you for all you gave me...It was a piece of cake
Dale Smith RNFA
December 9, 2007
I met Tom for the first time at Football practice While going to Bar Harbor High. I was a freshmen. Years past and we meet again at Mercy Hospital Operating Room while I was there working as an RNFA in Orthopedics. We always talked about Bar Harbor and our families. I am very sorry for your loss. I wish you all Peace
Bill Moses
December 9, 2007
Tom delivered our first child Dec. 17, 1986 and our second June 12, 1989-both healthy daughters!There were complications with each birth,but with Tom's expertise, sense of humor and my wife's courage things were fine!
Fine man!
Bill Moses-Standish
kim saunders
December 9, 2007
Mr.Thomas Llwewllyn Cooper, (Albiet), Dr. Cooper..as known to most.....was probably one of my most special people that I have met in my life. I met him when I was young, 23, and had a doctor in his practice that was older and not so easy..I met him in a circumstance that the doctor wasn't available, He was on call every time that I had an appointment when I was first pregnant with my first child out of three... I was never so stressed as I was with my first child.,..pregnant, not married, then married, he always found some extreme humor for me to make me smile throughout....Kim.,.. it will get better...I'm with you all the way! Then when my primary wasn't available, he delivered my first child, breach, with humor and caring...even throught the whole trauma for me having a cesarian- he never stopped with telling me funny unindo's.. he came on his day off and sat with me .............I made sure he was not my only "best" gyn, he was a great friend...never having a sister he found me modest, and he found the funniest way to make me laugh at the worst moments...he went on to tell me throught the years about his life as he delivered the rest of my children...how his kids were doing so well, his wife that was always wonderful...it made his life so easy with all that he had to deal with.......that's why he could give so well....he got so much in return! Take care family...he loved you well, and he gave it back immensley! We all thank you for that and we have missed him greatly for the past few years.......Kimberley Saunders
Robin Plante
December 9, 2007
Dr. Cooper was a wonderful dr. and he is going to be missed so much. He's the first dr. that treated me like a person, and not just another patient. His sense of humor was priceless. He always made me laugh. I can't imagine the world without him. My deepest sympathies to his family. May he be at peace, but very much missed.
carol dearborn
December 9, 2007
my deepest sympathies for your loss, i'm sure there will be a big hole in your family, god must have needed his humor up there. i have tried to find a "replacement" doctor, only to realize there is none.
Sandra Reed
December 9, 2007
To Tom's family, Our hearts go out to you and our prayers are with you during this time. The members and friends of the Bar Harbor Congregational Church, United Church of Christ, join me in expressing our respect for Tom and our hope that you will feel surrounded by the love of God in Christ Jesus.
Susan Adley
December 9, 2007
I want to extend my Sympathy to the family of Dr. Cooper. He was by far the best Doctor. He was with me for the births of my three children and will never be forgotten. He made me laugh!!! He was a great man. Hold on to the wonderful memories you all must have. Again, my sympathies and prayers.
Susan Adley
Cliff Rand
December 9, 2007
Sorry to hear the news. Our thoughts are with you
Cliff Rand
Debra Reid
December 9, 2007
I worked with Tom, as he started his first office on Bramhall Street, right out of residence. He taught me alot. I sure he will be missed in the Portland community.
Sharon Harkavy
December 9, 2007
My family is forever linked to your family since without Dr. Cooper I don't kow if I would have my children. He treated me, cared for me during my pregnancies, and delivered my children with skill, kindness and humor. He knew just what to do when I had serious complications after the delivery of Kacie, my firstborn. He knew just what to do when I needed to deliver twins, one 6lbs 5oz and the other transverse breech and weighing 7lbs 14oz. He brought them all into this world safely with his brilliant knowledge and gentle touch. I will think of your family every day that I look at mine. WE love you Dr. Cooper. We will keep you all in our hearts. Sharon Harkavy
jennifer libby
December 9, 2007
Sorry to hear about Dr.Cooper.He will be missed greatly.He was a excellent doctor!THE BEST!
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