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Obituary published on Legacy.com by Simpson-Modetz Riverside Chapel on Aug. 21, 2025.

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COOPER, DAVID L. of Waterford; Born May 19,1943 in Ann Arbor, Michigan; passed away August 20, 2025 at the age of 82. Dear son of the late Lewis and Nadillae Cooper; Loving husband of Susan Koop; Beloved father of the late Gregory Cooper, Laura (Eric) Shine and Patrick (Traci) McCormack; Grandfather of Kyle and Ollie; Great-grandfather of June and Pearl; Brother of the late Judy Cocking. Dave was an avid golfer and outdoorsman who loved hunting, fishing and spending time with family and friends. A celebration of Dave's life will take place at a later time.

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