Cecil R. Cooper
November 17, 2013
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Cecil R. Cooper, 75, graduated to heaven on Sunday, November 17, 2013 at UnityPoint Health Des Moines Lutheran.
Cecil was born July 13, 1938 in Leota, Missouri to Cecil and Leona (Butcher) Cooper. He married Phyllis McBride of Rochelle, Illinois and following her death, married Ellen Moeller. He was a Charter Member of Grace Church in Des Moines.
Cecil is survived by his sons, Wayne (Kathleen) Cooper and David (Lynda) Cooper, daughter, Debra Cooper, nine grandchildren, eleven great-grandchildren, sister, Nola Ritchie, and wife, Ellen.
He was preceded in death by his parents, his first wife and mother of his children, Phyllis.
Visitation will be held from 4:00 to 8:00 p.m. Wednesday, November 20, 2013 at Hamilton’s Funeral Home, 605 Lyon Street, Des Moines. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m. Thursday, November 21 at Grace Church, 4200 E 25th St, Des Moines.
There will be a second visitation held at Robertson-Drago Funeral Home, 211 West Main Street, West Plains, MO from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. Friday, November 22. Burial will take place at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, November 23 at Amy Cemetery in Caulfield, MO.
Memorial contributions may be directed to Grace Church in Des Moines in honor of Cecil.
Condolences may be expressed at www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com.
Nate & Holly Bradford
11/21/2013
Cecil will be remembered for his servants heart. He was filled with the fruits of the spirit. He will be greatly missed. Thank you Cecil for giving us a joyful smile each time we visited Grace. Hugs to his family as you will miss him greatly but we pray you find joy in knowing he is walking with Jesus today. We look forward to a reunion at the Eastern Gate!
Renee McCloud
11/20/2013
When I heard of Cecil's passing I just began to cry. It brought back the memory of my dad, Dave, passing almost four years ago. I remember how broken up Cecil was when my dad passed and I just thought of my dad waiting at heaven's gates for him and them being reunited as buddies! I am so sorry for your loss, but I take comfort, as I know you do, that he is in heaven!
Eleanor Bauer
11/20/2013
Ellen, I was so sorry to read of Cecil's passing this morning, as I read the paper and saw his obituary. He now is with his Savior and is catching up with Bob in Heaven. We have enjoyed your friendship at the small group bible studies and fellowship potlucks. My condolences to you and Cecil's children and extended family. I am unable to be at the funeral, but my prayers are with you all.
Jim and Patty Cooper (cousin)
11/20/2013
Cecil (Russell) Cooper will always be remembered with great fondness. He lived with my family in the 50s, and we worked the farm together, and had a lot of fun together as kids. We lost touch over the years, but reconnected a few years ago. We talked for just a couple minutes together on the phone last week when he was in the hospital. I was planning on visiting him this next summer when we make a trip out to the mid-west. I am sad we did not get to make that connection. May God bless and comfort Ellen, his kids, and grand kids and the rest of the Cooper family.
Rebecca Cooper (granddaughter)
11/19/2013
Your hugs, your peanut breathe from eating nuts in your chair, you telling me not to push your belly b/c something might come out. Your chattering teeth, the smell of your after shave, your laughter, the way you brought the family together. The love of God that is shown through your enormous heart, burnt barbque, onions in mac & cheese ... Everything will be missed every day you are gone and not one thing forgotten. I love you grandpa so much, tell grandma i miss her greatly as well.
Crystal Rose
11/19/2013
I was so lucky to grow up across from you. You and Phyllis always made me feel like part of the family. I never knew my dad and he passed before I had a chance, but I want you to know what a good example you were for me. I always thought Debbie was so lucky to have such a great dad. Thanks for letting me spend the night so much, hang out at your house and eat all your food! I don't think I ever heard you complain. Even when we had snow boots and snow all over your kitchen you never said a word. You always smiled and laughed. Tell Phyllis hi and tell her I still make candy every year since she taught me! I will never forget you both! Thanks again for everything. Your family will always hold a special place in my heart! Love you always!
Dan & Kellie Charleston
11/19/2013
Cecil was a true example of kindness, love, generosity, compassion, gentleness and meekness to my family and many other's. Thank-you brother and I'll be looking for you soon and very soon at the Eastern Gate.
Randy, Debbie and Amanda Atkinson
11/19/2013
Cecil was always a good friend. Always smiling and with a welcoming hand out to greet. We will miss him. Prayers to his wife and family.
God Bless
Chuck and Connie Morris
11/18/2013
Cecil is singing with the angels and walking hand in hand with his Savior. We will miss him very much. God Bless Ellen and all his family, and give you all strength. May you all feel the love and care from your friends.