Michael Lee Cooper Obituary (1946

Michael Lee Cooper, age 73, of Canton, passed August 3, 2020 peacefully in his home, surrounded by family, after an extended illness. Mike was a 1964 graduate of Tuslaw high school and served with the Army in combat in Vietnam. He retired as a Meat cutter for Giant Eagle in 2019 and previously worked for Food 4 Less, Macro and Sam’s Club. Mike, or “Coop” to his friends and family, was an avid trap shooter, and a fan of auto racing, Massillon Tiger football and The Ohio State Buckeyes. He enjoyed cooking for his family and spoiling his grandchildren. He also enjoyed spending time with his wife Jennifer and their dog Chloe. Mike, was born on September 13, 1946 in North Lawrence, the only son to the late Francis Lee and Mary (Elavsky) Cooper. He was also preceded in death by late wife Denise (Gore) Cooper and grandson Cooper Wayde Garrett. Mike is survived by wife Jennifer (Oliver) Cooper. Mike is also survived by his children, son Kevin (Angie) Cooper of Massillon; daughter Meagan (Terry) Garrett of Shelby; son Chris Monroe of Pennsylvania; daughter Season (Michael) Erwin of Green; daughter in law, Jo Monroe of Louisville; step daughter Tabitha (Steve) Searfoss-Hoover; step daughter Bobbie Hartman; and 17 well loved grandchildren. Friends may call 2:00 - 3:00 pm on Saturday, August 15, 2020 at Old Country Church (Faith Cathedral) 1065 Lilly Ave NE East Canton, Oh 44730. A Celebration of Life service will begin at 3:00 pm with Rev. Terry Garrett officiating. To share a memory or sign the online guest book visit us at www.schneebergerfuneral.com Schneeberger 330-456-8237