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David Cooley Obituary
WASHINGTON - David Nathaniel "Coolpop" Cooley, 62, of Washington, formerly of Bellevue, IL, passed away Monday, April 15, 2019, at the OSF Richard L. Owens Hospice Home in Peoria, IL.
He was born on July 24, 1956, in Peoria, the son of Harold and Laura Cooley.
Surviving are his wife of 39 years, Jeri Cooley; his mother, Laura Cooley of Geneva, FL; daughters, Jennifer (Dustin) Stratton and Kelli (Chris) Everett; son, Justin (girlfriend, Sarah) Cooley; three granddaughters, Peyton, Reagan and Sydney; and four grandsons, Alex, Caleb, Walker and Maddon. Also surviving are four brothers, Howard (Vicki) Cooley, Danny, Brad (Julie) Cooley and James (Chris) Cooley; and sister, Cathy (Mark) Baker.
His father preceded him in death.
Dave worked at Waste Management for 30 years. He had a huge heart and would help out anyone with anything. Dave loved spending time with family and friends, camping, fishing, golf, music, traveling and, of course, his Bud Light.
Cremation rites have been accorded. A celebration of life party will be held June 23, 2019, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Timberlake Country Club, 5501 W. Farmington Road, Peoria.
Memorial contributions can be made to the OSF Richard L. Owens Hospice Home in Peoria, IL.
To share a memory or send a condolence for his family, visit www.masonfuneralhomes.com.
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April 22, 2019
So very sorry for your loss. Heccwill be missed by many.
Mark and Sharon Dixon
Jacksons
April 19, 2019
Jackson's former So 3rd Street - with Sincere Condolences to Jeri and family.
Randi Moody
April 18, 2019
Jeri, and family, I am so sorry to hear that Dave lost his battle. He was a very good person and loved his family very much! I will be thinking of you all with love, and praying that you will find peace, in all of your wonderful memories.
Charlie Smith
April 18, 2019
My heart goes out to all of you.
Nita Mullen
April 18, 2019
Dear Cooley family,
So very sorry to hear about your terrible loss. Praying for peace and healing for all of you.
My deepest sympathy,
April 18, 2019
So sorry for your loss Jenni. Prayers for you and your family. God please bless you all.
Gwyn Quiros, Hollywood, FL
lois baughman
April 18, 2019
PRAYING FOR YOU JERI AND THE FAMILY SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS HE WAS A GREAT GUY . ROBBIE AND LOIS BAUGHMAN
Lynne and Rick Baker
April 18, 2019
So very sorry for your loss. Dave was a fun guy with a great sense of humor. Thinking of all of you!
Doug Stoecker
April 18, 2019
I am sorry to hear of the passing of Dave. In the mid 90's, I worked with Dave at BFI (Browning-Ferris) before it became Waste Management. I worked in the office doing route audits and dispatch. Dave would do anything that was asked of him. Dave was a great guy, and he will truly be missed!
Mike. Wally burger. Walraven
April 18, 2019
Rest In Peace my friend. We had some good times on Sunday morning at the IR Here Tap. You'll be missed by all.
Karen Hammond
April 17, 2019
Jeri and family, so sorry to hear of Dave's passing. I didn't know you had moved to Washington and have often thought about all the fun we had when you lived in Bellevue. I will always remember him and he will be missed dearly. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
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