Coy Eugene Cooper, 67, died Tuesday, April 2, 2012, in Houston.
He was born May 16, 1944, in Dent County, son of Harry Vincent Cooper and Mattie Mae Floyd. He and Deanna Renẻẻ Hall were married Feb. 2, 1963.
He was saved as a child at Ashley Creek Church.
He worked at Kissiar Equipment from 1966-’93. He opened his own equipment repair business – Cooper Repair – in 1994.
His interests included many outdoor activities, managing his business, farming and spending time with his family members and friends.
He was preceded in death by his parents; three brothers, Wesley, Clanton, and Chester; and two sisters, Carrie and Annabelle.
Survivors include his wife, Deanna; two sons, Steven Coy and William Ashley Vincent of Licking; a grandson; and many family members and friends.
