Louis Cooper

Dr. Louis Irwin Cooper (1948-2016) - SILVER SPRING, MD - Dr. Louis Irwin Cooper, Captain United States Navy- Retired, Pediatric Hematologist- Oncologist-Retired, passed away on October 7th at his home in Silver Spring, MD. Louis, son of the late Sol and Rachel Cooper and oldest of their 7 children; beloved husband of Laura Kaplan Cooper; devoted father of Steven (Yelena) Cooper, Amy (Elad) Hakim and Erin (David) Stiebel; loving grandfather of 9, cherished uncle and great uncle of many, and dear brother to us all. Graduated Savannah High School (1965), University of GA (1969), with a life goal of becoming a pediatrician- Medical College of GA (1973). He joined the Navy his senior year doing his internship and pediatric residency at the National Naval Medical Center. The Navy stationed him in Bethesda, MD, Charleston, SC and Jacksonville, FL with short periods in Guantanamo Bay, Cuba, Millington, TN, Orlando, FL and Keflavik, Iceland. Louis began his Hematology-Oncology Fellowship at Walter Reed Army Medical Center in 1990. Captain Louis Irwin Cooper, MD was honored with a glorious retirement ceremony in 1999 at the National Naval Medical Center in Bethesda, MD after completing 27 years of service to his Country. He received numerous accolades for his meritorious service and dedication. Upon his retirement from the US Navy, he opened his Pediatric Hematology-Oncology practice in the Greater Washington area and was recognized annually in The Washingtonian - DC's Top Doctors. Dr. Louis I. Cooper touched all he encountered and dedicated his life to his family and to his patients, countless patients who are with us today because of his exceptional care. He was a true southern gentleman, always knowing the right thing to say, providing comfort and a kind word to all. Louis was a Captain in the Navy, a Captain of his Synagogue, and the Captain of our family. He will forever live in our hearts. Funeral service was held in Silver Spring, officiated by Rabbi Herzl Kranz. The interment was held in Savannah, officiated by Rabbi Avigdor Slatus. Remembrances may be sent to Bnai Brith Jacob Synagogue - 5444 Abercorn St, Savannah, GA 31405 or to Silver Spring Jewish Center - 1401 Arcola Ave, Silver Spring, MD 20902 Please share your thoughts about Dr. Cooper and his life at www.gamblefuneralservice.com. Savannah Morning News November 6, 2016 Please sign our Obituary Guest Book at savannahnow.com/obituaries.