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for Milton Cooper
Sponsored by His Brother.
Jeff Nicol
May 13, 2025
A Wonderful coach and mentor. God Bless him and his Family.
Janie Heagy Smith
May 13, 2021
We miss Uncle Milton but know he’s in heaven with his God and Jesus and all the saints. I’d love to be able to reach Diane but seem to no longer have a telephone number or email address.
Cooper Children - Milton, Cindy, Georgette, Stanmore
Stanmore Cooper
April 9, 2016
Rob Kidd
July 16, 2015
Coach Cooper was the best....was awesome having him as a teacher at fletcher in 1986....R.I.P Coach Cooper
Mary Ann Graham
May 29, 2008
Dear Diane, Katie, Donna & Robin,
What a pleasure it was to know Coach Milt. My favorite memory will be our lively discussions of FSU sports, particularly football! Also his endless entertainment when riding over to Tallahassee for a football game. Time flew when Coach Milt rode with us. What a wonderful man! He will be missed.
Sylvia Jones-Martin
May 27, 2008
I was a colleague of Milt at Fletcher Sr. High School and I still remember him saying "mornin", no matter what the time of day it was. After a while you just answered morning in return.( smile ) I remember him being a stand up kind of guy that said what was on his mind. In fact, as I recalled, he couldn't stand for people to beat around the bush. He made me laugh and he was so cheerful and outgoing. He was such a realist and what you saw is what he was. He was one of a kind. You couldn't help but like him. I know that you all willl miss him dearly but his memory will never fade. My deepest sympathy go out to the family and may god bless and keep you.
Barbara Elrod, Fletcher C/O 96
May 26, 2008
Long live the "Mornin Man" in our memories.. I'm so sorry to hear of his passing. He had a great sense of humor and a great love for football as I recall the guys were always able to get him going after the lesson for the day was done. He will be missed!
Yvonne (DelCogliano) Cash
May 25, 2008
Dear Cooper Family,
I'm so sorry to hear about Mr. Cooper's passing. He was truly someone special. I remember his "Mournin" and would walk down "C" hall at FHS just to hear him say it, it was a great way to start the day. I also remember he use to say when it was his time he wanted a big Mardi Gras band playing to celebrate his life. Reading all these posts he is a man we will forever celebrate.
Christa Murphy
May 23, 2008
Family,
While looking at photos of this wonderful man, one photo struck me. It was a picture of a man who had been ill, but still continued to show his love of children by looking at a 6 year old boy and telling him what to do on a baseball field. It looked as if your father needed to hold on to something to stand. Yet, his love for children, his love for sports and his integrity would not allow him to disappoint the child.
How proud you must be to have been chosen by God to be a part of his life. I know you are all very sad right now, but I pray his memories will bring comfort to you very soon.
Ansley Randall
May 23, 2008
Athough I never knew Mr. Cooper. I had him once as a substitute teacher and i will never forget that experience. Whenever i saw Mr. Cooper in the hall ways he always brought a smile to me face, my saying MOURNIN'! I will never forget him. I very sorry for your lose.
+Fletcher Highscool graduate.
Cindy Meide VonDolteren Class of 92
May 23, 2008
Coach Cooper was my first swim team coach at Selva Marina Country Club. I will always remember his cheerful hello (Mornin!) even though it was too early in the morning to be cheerful. I then reconnected with him at Fletcher High. Although I was not a student of his, he was always my coach, and he treated each and every one of us as if we were special to him. That is what I loved most about Coach Cooper. He will surely be missed! I loved seeing the picture of him with Bobby Bowden! What a great picture. Two legendary coaches!
Dot Herbert
May 22, 2008
It was wonderful knowing Milt over the years. He was a warm caring person. Our best to Diane and the family.
Richard and Dot Herbert
Jessica Baker
May 22, 2008
To the Cooper family:
"Coach" Cooper was one of my warmest, funniest, all-time favorite teachers. As the only girl in his A.P. European History class, I always felt that he cut me a lot of slack. Apparently, he did, too, when he gave me a gilded hall pass at the end of the year to celebrate my frequent absences! He also raved about his daughters although more than once he told me he'd give me an "A" in exchange for naming one (or all) of my future sons Milton and/or Cooper! To his family, please know that Coach Cooper was and will always be fondly remembered by many.
Jessica Benoit Baker
Class of 1997
LTC Scott Sadler
May 22, 2008
Before the "History Channel", there was Milt Cooper, who made our eleventh grade history class come alive. Whether Coach Cooper was quoting Frederick of Prussia's virtues of "Work, Order, Discipline", or teaching on the Roman civilization during the "Pax Romana", there was no nodding off to sleep in the animated and interesting lectures encountered in Coach Cooper's class. His love of history showed through and through and I'm grateful for not only that, but his Christian witness, both in the classroom and on the athletic field.
patricia harmon
May 22, 2008
To a man who said the "V" in the peace sign also stood for Victory! Today I remember him victorious in life and wish you all peace during this difficult time. - Former student
Amy Johnson-Putnam
May 22, 2008
The lives that he touched could fill 20 stadiums. What an honor I feel to have been a student of his. Mourning!
Fletcher Class of 1995
Tim Brown
May 22, 2008
To the Coopers:
The Earth has lost one of the greatest men to ever set foot upon its face. Of all the teachers that I had, Coach Cooper was the only one I ever liked, and the only one that actually taught me anything. It is no secret that I was a horrid student, but Coach Cooper lit a spark within me that kindled into a fiery passion for history. I have spent untold hours researching history and that never would have happened without Coach Cooper. I still remember his proclamation of "Work! Order! Discipline!" from the very first class that I had with him; I knew right away that he was a great man and that I was going to thoroughly enjoy his class....and the funniest thing was that I was barely passing anything else, but I was scoring 95's or better in his class. I will forever be grateful to Coach Cooper - the only teacher that mattered.
(Fletcher Sr., during the mid 80's)
"Napoleon, Caesar, Nebuchadnezzar! There were three great men, were they not? And in this their greatness consisted - they seized their opportunities!"- Ragnar Redbeard
Justin Cawthon
May 22, 2008
What a loss of such a great cousin, wonderful coach and heck of a guy. Uncle Bub, you will be missed dearly. From here in Iraq......God bless and we miss you
March Powell
May 22, 2008
Donna & family, Mr. Cooper will be greatly missed by so many. He was like a father to us when we were in school, always looking out for us. He loved all of you so much. I am thankful that he was a part of my life too. I hope it brings you some peace knowing he is in a wonderful place now and no longer suffering. I love you guys.
RICKY JONES
May 22, 2008
COACH BULLDOG COOPER WAS A GREAT COACH,ONE OF MY FAVORITE COACHES OF ALL TIME,HE ONCE ASKED ME MY SOPHOMORE YEAR,YOU THINK YOU ARE GOOD IN BASEBALL??,HE SAID THERE IS SOME GUY ON THE OTHER SIDE OF TOWN THAT THINKS HE IS BETTER,SO YOU NEED TO OUT WORK HIM,CLASS OF 1973 FOREST HIGH
John Thomas
May 22, 2008
My God bless you all in this trying time. Turne to God for all your answers, and let the sprit of coach cooper shine within you.
Lanny Smith
May 22, 2008
Dear Diane,
My thoughts and prayers go out to you and to your family. Milt was a great guy and I will miss him! (I think back and can still hear him teaching his classes at Fletcher as only he could---.)
God Bless You---
Brian adkins
May 22, 2008
Mourning!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Cheryl Bridges Hamm
May 22, 2008
For the dear Cooper family - My thoughts and prayers are with you now in this difficult time. I will never forget Coach Cooper and the man that he was. I have such fond memories of his stories and his presence in my youth. Catie and Donna, your father was a GREAT man. I know your heart is hurting and you will miss him dearly. Trust that you will see him again one day. He is now watching over you and your children, and will forever be a presence in your heart. God Bless.
kevin coyne
May 22, 2008
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Bill Strubbe, Jr.
May 22, 2008
Sadness struck me as I was assaulted with the news of Coach Coopers Home Going. My history with Coach is far more extensive than just contact on the football field for three years. I knew his wife, who coached at JEB Stuart when I was there; I knew his Dad, who I visited as he was very ill in St Vincents as my daughter was being born-his focus only on my happiness and not on his problem; I knew sister Cindy as we negotiated the slipperly slopes of high school as she got me thru more than one heartbreak; and I knew sister Georgette as she has helped me in several crisis in my life with encouragement and advocacy on my behalf to others. Coach was more than a coach, as he was often divinely placed in my life at times when I needed that Godly council that one can get from a favorite uncle. I am told to be glad when I hear that someone has been removed from their suffering and placed in the loving arms of Jesus. And it is comforting to think of Coach there and with that incredible smile on his face. But I must admit I feel a little selfish as I know I will miss him. I will just have to concentrate on how much my life has been blessed by having him and the whole Cooper family in my life's journey.
Pete and Julie Komaroski
May 21, 2008
Pete and I feel blessed to have known Coach Cooper. I am thankful for his influence over my youth and my peer group. He is loved and will be missed. Our sincere condolences.
"Enter his gates with thanksgiving; go into his courts with praise. Give thanks to him and bless his name.
For the Lord is good. His unfailing love continues forever, and his faithfulness continues to each generation."
Psalm 100:4-5
Diane Malone
May 21, 2008
Coopers,
When I think of Uncle Milt I think of "the sunny side of Florida", Florida State football, his play-by-play commentary during the baseball game he played with my brothers, his love of history, and most of all his love for his family. He will truly be missed. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Love, Diane
Gary Bowers
May 21, 2008
To Coach Cooper's Family:
Coach Cooper gave me the opportunity to follow my dream and play HS football at NB Forrest. Even though I was the last player selected for the JV team, he gave me a chance. When I was a starter my senior year, he said he was proud of my staying tough.
We had a healthy respect for him and his "Marine" approach to teaching us.
Rest in peace Coach. May God give you eternal rest.
Class of 69.
Aunt Gen and Uncle Charles Rosenberg
May 21, 2008
My Dear Coops-
What a beautiful thing to read these entries...to know how many lives Unca Bub touched in such a positive way. In spite of the loss we all will feel, we know his spirit lives on through those he touched with his loving kindness, and his commitment to improving others' lives. His presence remains an immeasurable influence, and we are all better for having known him. Love you all.
Richard & Robert Piper (Bonneau)
May 21, 2008
Dear Cooper Family,
The unimaginable influence of an educator is often reflected in the number of their students who choose to pursue a career in education because of that educator's impact upon their life. Please take comfort in knowing that there are educators throughout our community and our nation who have chosen a career in education because of Coach Cooper's remarkable influence upon their lives. We extend our heartfelt thanks to your family for sharing Coach Cooper with us so that he could share such memorable and valuable academic, family, and spiritual lessons that we will cherish forever.
Richard and Robert (Bonneau) Piper
Jacksonville, FL and Yardley, PA
Fletcher Class of 1981
Mona Fowler Coppedge
May 21, 2008
Dear Cooper's,
Many years have passed since Coach crossed my path as a teacher and coach for my brothers (NBF 70 & 73), as an umpire with my Dad, knowing his Dad through the Schwinn Co., as a co-worker with my husband at FHS, and the full circle of teaching my eldest daughter (FHS 05). I would have never dreamt I would run into him again when I moved to the beach. To meet his wife and girls (What is it with coaches only having girls!) and building a friendship that will always be cherished. I feel blessed to have known him and pray for your family during this time.
God Bless,
Mona Fowler Coppedge
NBF '76
Shannen Brown
May 21, 2008
Dear Catie and family,
Thinking of you as you mourn the loss of a wonderful father, husband, teacher, and friend. Caite I love you like a sister---Hugs to you.
Mike Salazar
May 21, 2008
To the family,
What Coach Cooper left behind speaks more than words ever could.May God bless your family in this difficult time.
Harry Schnabel
May 21, 2008
Dear Cooper Family,
I received the call on Sunday afternoon about Coach. I am truly sorry for your loss and the loss of such a great man. Someone commented earlier that they were never quite sure if Coach liked him.. I have to admit that there were times where I felt the same way. Then I was lucky enough to take Robin to a Homecoming dance and I figured that there was no way he would ever let his daughter go with me if he didn't like me. I also realized how much he was pushing me to become a better and more competitive tennis player.
I will never forget traveling to away matches in the back of his station wagon listening to his stories. There wasn't a match that he didn't come up to me and say "Schnabel! Hit the damn ball! His advice was priceless, like one time when I felt like I was getting horrible line calls. Coach Cooper told me..."Son, if he's cheating you, you cheat him right back!" I did on one call and that's all it took. I went on to win that match and the finals to win district that year.
He will truly be missed! My deepest sympathy goes out to all of you. You are in my prayers.
Jean (Robar) Owens
May 21, 2008
Dear Donna & family,
I am very sorry to hear of your loss. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers. It just seems like yesterday, hanging out at the Cooper household. Many fond memories I have of high school and especially of your family. Your family is so filled with love. I have always held you in my thoughts of how I want my family to be. Coach Cooper will be missed. My love to your family at this time.
Zach Mitchell
May 21, 2008
Coach, i appreciate everything you did for me while i was at fletcher from those "extra study guides" to reminding me of the blocks i missed monday after a game. My prayers are with your family. MORNIN....
Susan Hagan
May 21, 2008
What a loss for all the future generations. My family knew him from Lee High school and then when I was at Fletcher. He taught an amazing class on Americanism versus Communism that made me stay informed of world events to this day. You are all in my thoughts. Please know he will truly be missed but he lives on through everyone he encountered.
Susan Hagan
Steven Grimes
May 21, 2008
Coach Cooper was a true treasure in all aspects of life. His passion for education and sport is evident in his long and illustrious career. Coach you will be missed and forever remembered with this phrase “It’s a great day in the mornin!”
God Bless
Patrick Carter
May 21, 2008
Mr. Cooper,
Thanks for being such a fantastic teacher for so many.
Steve Naso
May 21, 2008
I had the distinct honor and pleasure to have know Milt for many years as a Baseball/Softball umpire with the Jacksonville Umpires Association. Milt was a pleasure to work with. His love for the game and leadership was second to none.
It was a great and memorable experience working on his Softball crew during the 2001 FHSAA State Playoffs.
Milt, We will miss you!
Kathie Vermillion
May 21, 2008
Mr. Cooper...or as I like to remember him "Mornin'" was such a great man, teacher and coach. My prayers go out to him and his family during this time.
Tracy Whelan (Pierpont)
May 21, 2008
"To live in the hearts of those we leave behind is not to die."
I'll always remember Uncle Milt fondly.
My love & condolences to his wonderful family.
Marina Keel
May 21, 2008
Dear Catie and Family,
Your family has been in my heart and in my prayers. Catie I love you and am always here for you.
Christopher Lee
May 21, 2008
"There is a great man who makes every man feel small. But the real great man is the man who makes every man feel great."
Author: G. K. Chesterton
Thank you Coach Cooper.
With love and respect, Christopher Lee
Armond Kemp Cooper Schwing
May 21, 2008
Aunt Diane, Catie, Donna and Robin:
This is such a time of contradiction for me. I am sad that I will no longer have Uncle Bubba here on this earth to make me laugh and to be the glue that has always bound me to the Cooper side of my family. At the same time, I am grateful that he has gone on to his greater reward. I am happy for the times I spent with him and sad for the wait I will endure until I am able to spend more time with him. This guest book is a wonderful insight to the man he was to everyone who's life he touched. I look forward to seeing you all tonight and tomorrow. God Bless you all and be thankful for the memories you have of such a wonderful man.
Armond
Brian Malone
May 21, 2008
Oh man, i'm bummed.
He introduced me to strat-o-matic baseball for christ's sake! And provided the most enlightened play-by-play imaginable!
He will be missed and forever remembered.
I'm rooting for the Philllies this summer.
To Uncle Milt...
Brian Michael Malone
Tryce (McCreary) Cabaj
May 21, 2008
There is only one Coach Cooper. He has touched many lifes throughout the years leaving a lasting memory. May God bless you all during this difficult time.
Love Ya!
Paul Ghiotto (JUA)
May 20, 2008
To the Cooper family:
Thank you for sharing Milt with us. As a fellow umpire I always looked forward to calling a game with "Coach." His wry sense of humor and ability to corral all of his former students into a manageable group of players will always be remembered. The affection and love shown by former students who have signed this guest book is truly inspiring and uplifting.
Tiffany Breaux
May 20, 2008
Aunt Diane, Catie, Donna, Robin and families,
How I wish I could be with you all Thursday! I'll have to make due with phone calls and emails until you all visit your bayou cousins (hopefully, this summer). I'm so glad Armond and I were able to visit in November. I was able to get a few last "Hey Dahlins" in and to enjoy Uncle Milton's dry sense of humor and genuine good heart. I love y'all and will be keeping you in my thoughts and prayers.
Reginald & Cynthia Silas
May 20, 2008
May the peace of God comfort you during this time of your loss.
Class of 1975
Janie Smith
May 20, 2008
Dear Diane and family,
We're so saddened to hear of Uncle Milton's passing but what a courageous,selfless man he was. He was an inspiration to all of us and a leader by his example.
Well done my good and faithful servant,well done!
God's Peace.
Janie and Rick,Matt,Blake,Jason&Crystal
Butch Baker
May 20, 2008
Diane and Family,
Your husband and father still lives on today inside the souls and bodies of his first football team in 1961 at Forrest. Butch Baker, Eddie Crook, Don Roberts, John Higbe, John Weaver, Craig Honour, Phil Taylor, Pancho Brennan, Wayne Anderson, and Maurice Samples are some of those players that were taught how to be successful football players, students, citizens, Christians, and MEN by Milton St. George Cooper. Even Coach Cooper’s dad, the senior St. George Cooper was an integral part of our lives.
Our memories are many listening to Coach Cooper. He would say “don’t chase the skirts”, “go home and do your homework”, “pray for all of your teammates and also the players on the opposite team”, “give this game everything you’ve got because that’s the way you’ll need to approach life after football”. Our practices were hard, but we understood why. On game day, we were physically and mentally prepared for the challenge.
There are also vivid memories of the senior St. George at one of our football games against Englewood. Senior was sitting in the stands before the game listening to this Englewood man talking about what a slaughter this game was going to be. We were a small “rag-tag” team according to this Englewood man. St. George spoke up and said “my son is coaching this ‘rag-tag’ team and I’ll bet you $20 we’ll win”. Needless to say, we won, 28-0 and the Englewood man could not believe what he just saw. But Senior knew that his son had prepared his athletes to do their best and the outcome would prove it.
Coach Cooper provided all of us the guidance we needed to start our athletic & academic careers. All of us guys are close and we speak often of the positive impact that he had on our lives.
So remember, “Coach” lives on. Coach is looking down upon his family and saying “don’t grieve upon my loss, rather follow my lessons of life and encourage all young people to be strong, responsible, and have faith”. Your husband & father was a great inspiration to many people and you need to be proud of his accomplishments. You know, I can just see “Coach” telling the good Lord “don’t chase the skirts, do your homework, and pray for all those around you”. God bless you!
From: both of St. George’s boys : Butch, Eddie, Don, John, John, Craig, Phil, Pancho, Wayne, Maurice, and all.
Carroll Miniard
May 20, 2008
Dear Donna and family,
We are truly sorry for the loss of your precious Daddy. Your face always lights up when you talk about him, and it is obvious that you shared a very special relationship with him. Your sweet memories of him will live in your heart forever!
I know you are comforted with the assurance that you will be reunited in Heaven with your Daddy some day.
It is our prayer that you feel the peace that comes only from Jesus Christ as you face the difficult time ahead. We love you and will continue to keep your family in our prayers.
With much love,
Don and Carroll Miniard & family
He gives strength to the weary and increases the power of the weak. Even youths grow tired and weary, and young men stumble and fall; but those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint. Isaiah 40:29-31
chris Schell
May 20, 2008
Coach Cooper was one of my favorite teachers of all time and a great coach. It was an honor to play for him. My favorite memory of Coach Cooper was no matter the time of day he would stand in front of the door of his classroom at Fletcher between classes and greet everyone with "mornin'". I still do that to this day. He will be missed.
john baldwin
May 20, 2008
My heart goes out to you at this time and in the days ahead.
Maureen Townsend
May 20, 2008
Dear Cooper Family, Mr. Cooper meant so much to all of us and was such a positive influence on so many people in his life...students, athletes and friends. As a student I would walk by his classroom everyday just to hear him say "Mornin". That's what got us through the High School day. My thoughts and prayers go out to you knowing he's in a better place looking down at us everyday saying "Mornin".
Michelle MacDonald
May 20, 2008
Robin & Family -
My Family's thoughts and prayers are with you all in this time of great loss.
Love - Michelle Walker Hamilton Macdonald
Richard Remley
May 20, 2008
I have very fond memories of Coach Cooper from my years at Forrest High School. He taught history and lessons on life. Long after graduation Mr. Cooper and I attended many Georgia-Florida football games together. It was great listening to his insight on the games.Though he will be missed his teachings will never be forgotten.
Shannon Reilly-Rogers (Class of 2005 Fletcher)
May 20, 2008
My prayers are with your family at this time. I was very sad to hear of Coach Cooper's passing. He was an amazing teacher, and could make history alot of fun. He will be missed!
James C & Pam Butler
May 20, 2008
Dear Ones, I am so sorry to hear of your loss and I know he is in a better place, but he will truly be missed. He was a wonderful man and a mentor to me growing up when I was working around at Lake Shore Barber Shop. I so enjoyed all his stories and how much of a wonderful influence he made on my life. We will remember you all in our thoughts and prayers during these difficult days, and we hope to see him on the other side soon.
Vickie Inks
May 20, 2008
You lovely Cooper's...What a wonderful family you are and Mr. Cooper was a wonderful father, teacher, mentor, friend and husband. You all are in my prayers. I am sad for you, but I celebrate his life with you and know that he is with his Heavenly Father, that must bring such comfort. You all are strong and there is so much love between you and for you all. Let us know anything we can do. I look forward to the many stories that will continue to be shared by his life. We will miss you Mr. Cooper and "mornin" will never be the same.
Blessings and love,
The Inks family
Arthur R. Smith USMC (Ret)
May 20, 2008
Go in Peace Marine. SEMPER FI
John Heagy
May 20, 2008
Dear Cooper Family:
Our hearts and prayers go out to you today as we have just learned about the passing of "Uncle Milton". Milton meant so much to our family giving us a connection to a part of mom and dads lives that we will always cherish.
His ever happy demeanor and broad smile will be greatly missed. Thomas Jefferson wrote..."It is neither wealth nor splendor, but tranquility and occupation which gives happiness". We will always think of Milton in this way. Please know just how much we love you all - we will keep you in our thoughts and prayers in the days ahead.
God Bless.
John, Lucy, Shelby and Anderson Heagy
Phil Taylor
May 20, 2008
Dear Family of Coach Cooper,
"Coach" meant so much to so many and was a positive influence on so many students and athletes. I will always remember and hold special the year I played 9th grade football for Coach at Forrest.
He was an inspiration and his personal reference was instrumental in my being hired in my first sales position after college.
When I saw him over the years he always had a smile, firm handshake and wanted to know how I was doing.
Coach is in a better place with family and friends. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Chuck Gerding
May 20, 2008
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Betsy Andrews
May 20, 2008
Coach Cooper will always have a special place in my memories at N.B. Forrest High school in 1966. If anyone could make history enjoyable it was he. I can still see him at the pool at NAS giving his all to the boy's swim team while also encouraging the girl's team to keep at it. He truly cared about all of us and it showed. May he rest in peace and we'll see him on the other side.
March 2008
May 20, 2008
Cooper Kids - Thanks Giving 2007
May 20, 2008
FSU vs. Bama 2007
May 20, 2008
The Family
May 20, 2008
David Bonanno
May 20, 2008
Celebrating a life well lived. We will cherish the memories forever.
David Batten (NBF Class Of 66)
May 20, 2008
Mrs. Cooper and Family, It has been a really long time since I first met Coach Cooper. I was playing basketball for Jeff Davis Jr. High back around the early 1960's and Coach was the football coach there. Didn't matter whether I was a footballer or a student of another sport. We still knew each other and I learned from him as well. My learning and acceptance of his genuine interest in developing good qualities in the youth that surrounded him continued on at Forrest High over on Westconnett Blvd. Coach was my swimming coach there and my History teacher. It has been a lifelong thrill knowing that he liked me and that I learned from a master at life. He was a great man and one whom I will never forget. It was a wonderful experience when I once again saw him and talked to him at our 35th NBF class reunion in 2001.
He is now in a far better place than we. He will prepare for our arrival someday and then we can resume our reunion with him in the presence of our Lord. God bless you Mrs. Cooper and your family.
Cory Hardaker
May 20, 2008
Mr. Cooper has been a strong influence on the lives of so many students. His personality, his work ethic, his philosophy of life, and his wonderful story telling have left a powerful mark on my life. I still re-tell his stories often to the people I meet here in Japan.
Should I meet Mr. Cooper in the next life I will tell him these things he taught me:
"It's always Mornin! My day is always looking up!"
and
"WORK, ORDER, DISCIPLINE!"
I hope that his family and his friends do not mourn for long. He was full of life and vibrantcy, full of depth and humor. Though he will be missed, I will always fondly remember him and his teaching.
Kelly Moore
May 20, 2008
Mr. Cooper was an incredible teacher. You could tell he not only loved to teach, he genuinely cared for the students in his class. He was both guardian and encourager.
Even 8+ years after I'd graduated he knew me by name when we'd run into each other at Publix. He was and still is an incredible treasure to our community. He will be greatly missed. God bless your whole family.
Sue Kendall
May 20, 2008
Catie, I am so sorry for your loss. He is at peace and not more pain. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Bob & Margie Cooper
May 20, 2008
Our 5 children were friends/classmates to Coach Milt and Diane Coopers children. They would tell the other kids that they were related because their Dads were brothers. We were very fortunate that our children were associated with Coach Milt Cooper, either in class or with other activities at Fletcher High School. We are greatful for his influence on our family. We will miss him.
Joanne Cassano
May 20, 2008
Donna, Catie and Diane -and all of the family. My heart is with you all.
God our Father,
Your power brings us to birth,
Your providence guides our lives,
and by Your command we return to dust.
Lord, those who die still live in Your presence,
their lives change but do not end.
I pray in hope for my family,
relatives and friends,
and for all the dead known to You alone.
In company with Christ,
Who died and now lives,
may they rejoice in Your kingdom,
where all our tears are wiped away.
Unite us together again in one family,
to sing Your praise forever and ever.
Amen.
Rod Coffin
May 20, 2008
Dear Cooper Family,
My first memories of Coach Cooper are from 1968 as a Forrest H.S. student. As a kid I wondered why he was so intense. It took awhile but I eventually realized it was because he loved what he was doing and cared about kids.
Through the years I occasionally saw him and each time it was very pleasant remembering his efforts to point young people in the right direction.
Thanks Coach
Janet Bates
May 20, 2008
Dear Coach Cooper,
You and your family are in our prayers.
God Bless.
Love,
Janet & Morgan Bates and Dan Hudson
William Nicol
May 20, 2008
Coach you are missed and loved. Thank you for being my coach. To the family may God be with you and guide you through this difficult time.
God Bless,
William Nicol
Sally McArthur
May 20, 2008
The last time that I saw Uncle Bubba he was dancing at Heather's wedding. I knew how sick he was, but he was always so amazing that he pushed through all of that. He really looked like he was enjoying himself that night, and he gave me a big hug to top it off. Love never ends, and the love that he shared with me will live with me and those that I love forever. See you Thursday.
Sally-Sal
Heather Pelegrin (Poston-McArthur)
May 20, 2008
Aunt Diane, Catie, Donna, Robin & family:
I will truly miss Uncle Bubba! He could always make me laugh. He touched so many people in so many different ways. He was a great man and a GREAT uncle! I was very sad to learn he passed on my birthday but at least I know he is now in a better place and I cannot wait to see him again. I loved him very much and I am truly sorry for your loss. I will miss the way he called me "DARLIN' (DAHLIN')". My thoughts are with all of you. I love you all!
CYNTHIA SHUMAN
May 20, 2008
DIANE AND FAMILY, MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU. I WAS SO LOOKING FORWARD TO SEEING YALL IN DOUGLAS IN JUNE. MILT WILL CERTAINLY BE MISSED. FROM YOUR SOUTH GEORGIA CHEERLEADER. CYNTHIA.
Cathy Ferris
May 20, 2008
Catie- May the memories of your Dad last forever. Our deepest sympathy.
Kathy Rountree Lechner
May 20, 2008
Dear Cindy and Georgette,
I was so sorry to hear about your brother. I know you have very special memories and I know they will help you through your grief. May you have peace in knowing that he is now with the Lord.
Kathy Rountree Lechner
Sylvia Roper
May 20, 2008
Catie and Family:
I am truly sorry for your loss. I cannot give offer you any wise words; just remember that he brought you joy and the pain that you are feeling is a side effect of you loving him so much.
Laura McArthur Dyer
May 20, 2008
My heart breaks for the loss of such a great man - my Uncle "Bubba." Loving and kind, yet strong and tough like no other. I will miss his story-telling of childhood events and family "folklore." He was definitely one of a kind and there will be an obvious void in this world. My love and sympathy to all who loved and respected him, and especially Aunt Diane, Catie, Donna, and Robin and their families.
James & Sheri Gallagher
May 20, 2008
Donna and family,
We are very sorry for your loss... please let us know if we can do anything for you. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Bonnie Eggers
May 20, 2008
Mrs. Cooper, Donna, Catie and Robin,
I am deeply sorry for your loss. I didn't know your Dad long but I knew he was a good man. You can judge a man by the way he is loved by his children. For that I knew he was a great father. Be so thankful he touched so many lives in a positive way. We will keep your family in our prayers. If you need anything please call.
Love,
Bonnie, John, Taylor and Payton Eggers
Roger and Diana Braddock
May 20, 2008
Coach will always be in our hearts and memories. Our heartfelt condolences.
Rachelle Garza
May 20, 2008
Mr Cooper was a teachers teachers. Truly the best. He was someone who touches your soul as a student and you never forget throughtout your life. He will be greatly missed. It was always a Good Mornin' to him. He will be grealy missed. All my love to his family.
Barbara Hanuscin
May 20, 2008
Dianne,
It has been my priviledge to have been a link for you in the Follow Up Program. Your courage and strength are greatly recognized. My deepest sympathy to you at this time of loss.
May 20, 2008
I am so sorry for your loss.
Although I had not seen "Bubba" in many years, I have good memories of him throughout my childhood as I spent a lot of time with Cindy and her family. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Cindy Dyer (Jackson)
Teddy Alexander
May 20, 2008
Catie, Sorry to hear about your Dad, I kinda knew him based on the sports stories you told me. I can see your eyes in his. My family and i will pray for the Happy Repose of his Soul. Your Friend, Teddy
JUDY NEWKIRK
May 20, 2008
Diane & family
I was so sorry to read about your loss today. Diane I know this is a huge loss for you as Milt was so large in your life for so many years. All my thoughts and prayers are with you during these difficult days. You have such wonderful memories to help you stay strong.
Fred Levy
May 20, 2008
My dear South Georgia roommate. Although over the years we only rarely met,it was always such a joyous reunion. I'll always cherish those meetings and never forget your love of Dixie Land music BLASTED out from your 45 RPM record player at all hours of the morning. Thanks for the memories,as brief as they were. You will always be in my thought and prayers
Abby Bender
May 20, 2008
May God be with you and bring you great strength through this time.
Joy (Carter) Chalker
May 20, 2008
Mrs. Cooper,
I was lucky to not only have Coach Cooper as my teacher at Fletcher but to also work with him there. He is one person I will never forget both as a coach and as a collegue. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Gene Jackson
May 20, 2008
To the family of "Uncle Milty" my deepest sympathy during this time of
need. I have a lot of great memories with him in JUA and was always fun
to be around.I was out of contact for way too many years and did not know he had been sick. May God bless each and everyone of the family. He and I will umpire again together in a much better place.
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