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Cooper was able to light up a room like no one else in his family with an energy that was sometimes contagious, usually outrageous, but always purely him. Coop had more talent in his body than he knew what to do with... and spread it out amongst a variety of activities. An avid skateboarder, Coop participated in amateur skate competitions, filmed as many of his tricks and lines as he could, and was always down for a skating session, inside or out, no matter the weather.
Music was Coopers other passion. He had no real dislikes, having the most eclectic mix of artists and bands that he enjoyed. Coop could be found jamming out to a reggae band, grunge group or a metal act. Both of his parents enjoyed taking Cooper to see live bands. It was always a highlight for him and them.
He also played a variety of instruments at a high level. Cooper's talents stretched through multiple instruments, with a one-man band mantra always in his head. He played drums, guitar and bass guitar in multiple school and recreational settings over the last several years. He was always learning a new riff or fill and couldn't wait to put it on display for anyone who would listen.
Celebrating Cooper forever are his mother, Jaime Foehr and her partner Stephen Guiliana, father Jacob Thompson and his partner Becky Hall as well as his siblings, Jackson, Davis, Nora, Michael and Zachary. Also, Cooper was lucky to have a giant extended family of Grandparents, Aunts, Uncles, Cousins and a multitude of family and school friends that he was able to share himself with for 13 amazing years.
A Celebration of Life will be held at the Blairstown Fire Dept, 5 Stillwater Road, Blairstown, NJ on Sunday February 18, 2024, from 1PM – 4PM. Please feel free to join the family to talk all things Cooper and celebrate all the smiles that he was able to provide.
Donations in lieu of flowers can be made in Coopers name to the Footbridge Skate and Arts Project. A GoFundMe link and more information can be found on the Blairstown Enhancement Committee website blairstownbec.com. This project is an effort from dedicated members of the community to install a skatepark in the Blairstown Area. Cooper was extremely excited about the possibility and opportunity to have a place to ride so close to home.
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Betty
March 4, 2024
The first time I saw Cooper was when he popped up on my Instagram suggested. I saw that he went to the school I would also be joining next year, And we ended up talking about skateboarding and a bunch of different things such as music and more. He would always tell me to go check out his guitar covers which he was awesome at. We had never met in person until the last Friday night football game of the season. I will forever cherish the calls with Cooper and the chats and how he could put a smile on my face no matter what.
Jess B
February 16, 2024
Coop, I remember you from when you were in your mom´s belly. We even have birthdays close together. Even when I got to come visit your mom you were my buddy, you loved to hang around with me. But of course as kids get older you would be with your friends when I would be visiting. You have a huge heart, I´m sure you are already watching over your mom and worrying about her. Don´t worry I will take care of your mom, and I will be there for her when she needs me!! We all love you.
Nayla Ventura
February 15, 2024
My first memory of Cooper was when I went into the band room 8 minutes before the bell rung for the 4 minute passing time. He came up to me and said "Your joining?". I told him I was going to switch my elective to band and Cooper jumped around and went back to the drums he was playing while I was heading to my next class. He seemed really excited and then the thought of joining band class was something I was looking forward to do because of how excited he was. My favorite memory of Cooper was when he would show me and all his other friends the cool tricks he can do on his mini skateboard. When he would do that, I would laugh and smile. I found it funny and nice to know that he has such a big passion for skateboarding. A few days later when the 7th and 8th graders had band class again, I walked around the hallways with my friend. Cooper would walk around the hallways as well and I would catch him and we would talk about the cool skateboard tricks he would do on his mini skateboard, I then asked him "Do you like music?", he said "yes.", Then I told him that he should join Marching Band, he said he would think about it and he asked questions about Marching Band. A few moments after walking and talking, he said he will join, and how he cant wait to join. He would always put a smile on peoples faces, and make a person laugh even without trying to. There would be moments where I was sad and upset and I would go into Mr. Z's office, and I remember this one time he came in, slammed the door and yelled while the other kids played music in the band room. I laughed. He would then make these random jokes that would all of a sudden cheer me up. Something I would always remember about Cooper is the care and love he had for everyone. Cooper never hated on anyone and was always this bright kid who tried his best to cheer everyone up, even with a smile. He was very special. Cooper and I wouldn't do a lot together, but we would always just talk, about anything. Usually we would talk about him getting in trouble again and i would try to give him the best advice i can. Therefore, we never had a shared experience together either, but the times we would talk, and laugh, and walk around or walk anywhere, those were the memories i would keep and smile about. His drums and guitar is something that reminds me of him. Music reminds me of him. He loved music and he had such a big impact on everyone with his music and its sad to see that its gone. However, his guitar is still at the school, and today, when I saw his guitar, forgetting everything else, all i thought about was Cooper. Something I learned about Cooper was to never let anyone put you down, to keep up that smile and do what you love, like skateboarding, or making jokes, or even music, especially Nirvana. Also, to be yourself. Something that I would also like to mention is that...Cooper was such a kind soul, a great friend, student, son, and sibling. No matter how much times he got in trouble, he would always still put up a smile and laugh, and I think that Cooper was just a kid who always showed happiness no matter how hurt he was in the inside. We all loved him, and we all still love him very much. Thank you for giving us that experience with him. We wish his family the best. I will always follow up on what Cooper used to tell me. I hope he rests well. I also pray for his family and all of his loved ones. They deserve the world right now. We love you all.
-With love, Nayla Ventura.
jennie morris
February 15, 2024
Hearing his skateboard hit the curb outside our house. At first it was annoying and my dog barked every time. But then my dog and I would go outside to talk, laugh and watch him do his thing on the board. It wasn't long and we were happy to hear that sound, it meant Cooper was here and we were happy to see him. There was nothing shy about Cooper soon if we didn't come out he came knocking at the door to see us just to see how we were and to say hello. He enjoyed talking to my husband Mel sat outside laughed and Cooper always told him what he had going on for the weekend. We didn't know you very long Cooper but we will miss you always and I will so miss hearing that skateboard hit the curb and that great big smile Praying for you entire family till we meet again keep skating Cooper
Jennie and Mel Morris
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Jaylyn Kise
February 15, 2024
My first memory of Cooper was seeing him on my tiktok for you page. I didn't know he went to my school so I just followed him and was basically his fan girl haha. My favorite memory I have of Cooper is when he randomly came to me in the hall way, screamed my name and showed me a picture of Kayne West on a horse. A special moment I had with him was just talking about how we felt to each other and him being there for me. Those moments were always so special and dear to me. A time Cooper made me laugh or smile was just Everytime he talked to me there is absolutely no specific moments just every moment. Something I'll always remember about Cooper is his laugh and how he just made every room he was in light up. A shared experience I had with Cooper is that we both loved the same music so we always listened to music together. Music was his life and it is mine. Something we did together that I enjoyed was most definitely just talking about anything and everything and singing along to Lil peep. A place and activities that will remind me of Cooper is skate parks, the cafeteria stage, abandoned places, and more. Activities that will always remind me of him is definitely playing guitar, Skateboarding, and singing. A personal story I have with him was just him being very sweet. He always used to say he loved me a lot. I believe he loved every though. We would always just talked. What I truly learned from Cooper is that it's okay to be yourself. And to always be happy even if things are bad. Sending prayers to everyone in the family Love, Jaylyn Kise
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