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John J. Cooper John J. Cooper, 81 of East Oak Lane section of Philadelphia PA., died Tuesday in the Albert Einstein Medical Center Philadelphia, PA. after a lengthy illness. The cause of death was pneumonia. Born in Beth Ayres, PA(1-16-1924), he was the son of the late Edward J. and the late Elizabeth (nee Johnson) Cooper He was a graduate of St. Helena’s School in Olney and North East Catholic High School. He served in the US Navy during WW II serving in the European & Pacific theatres. He was the former owner of Wm. H. Cooper's Sons Inc. a barrel manufacturer started by his grandfather in 1860. Mr. Cooper was a member of St. Helena’s Parish for 71 years and was member of their bowling team for 41 years and for many years was the chairman of the Church carnival. He was the past commander of the Catholic War Veterans. He is survived by his wife, Jane A. (nee Homberger) Cooper of Philadelphia, PA they were married for 53 years. He is also survived by 3 sons, John J. (Connie) Cooper, Jr. of Fort Washington, PA, Edward (Betty Ann) Cooper and James (Mary) Cooper both of North Carolina; a daughter, Jane Anne (Chip) Greenberg of Montgomeryville, PA; and 10 grandchildren. Relatives & Friends may call Saturday (2-5-2005) from 9:30 to 11:00 AM at St. Helena's Church 5th Street & Godfrey Ave. Philadelphia with a Funeral Mass at 11:00 AM Interment will be in Holy Sepulchre Cemetery, Cheltenham. Remembrances in his name to St. Helena's Church 6161 N. Fifth St. Philadelphia, Pa. 19120 would be appreciated by the family. |
