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Billy Gene Cooper

Birth	:	26 Oct 1929 Milton, Cabell County, West Virginia, USA
Death	:	27 Jul 2020 Milton, Cabell County, West Virginia, USA
Burial	:	Forest Memorial Park, Milton, Cabell County, USA
Coordinate	:	38.4285350, -82.1843220
Description	:	Billy Gene Cooper, 90, of Milton, WV went home to be with the Lord at his residence on July 27, 2020. Billy was born on October 26, 1929, in Milton, WV, a son of the late Lloyd Cooper and Geneva Jenkins Cooper. Billy was preceded in death by his father and mother, Lloyd and Geneva; as well as Bennie and Opal Ashworth, whom he considered like parents. He is also preceded in death by his brothers Rex and Max, and one sister: Ada Kay Fetty. He is also preceded in death by Bennie “Junie” Ashworth, a lifelong friend, whom he... Read More	Billy Gene Cooper, 90, of Milton, WV went home to be with the Lord at his residence on July 27, 2020. Billy was born on October 26, 1929, in Milton, WV, a son of the late Lloyd Cooper and Geneva Jenkins Cooper. Billy was preceded in death by his father and mother, Lloyd and Geneva; as well as Bennie and Opal Ashworth, whom he considered like parents. He is also preceded in death by his brothers Rex and Max, and one sister: Ada Kay Fetty. He is also preceded in death by Bennie “Junie” Ashworth, a lifelong friend, whom he considered like a brother. Billy is survived by his loving wife of 66 years, Geraldine Adkins Cooper, one son Billy Dwaine (Bonnie) Cooper, and one granddaughter Ella (Matthew) Boggs. He also leaves behind a dear friend and work partner, Pierce Hatfield. In addition to his immediate family and friends he leaves behind a host of nieces, nephews, and cousins. Billy was a member of Chestnut Grove Missionary Baptist Church for 66 years, where he served as a teacher and trustee, always having faith in the Lord to lead, guide, and direct his life. Billy served in the army, and was a Korean War Veteran. He was a member of the Gideon’s International, where he traveled to Churches, Jails, Schools, and other countries to help Bibles be placed in the hands of those that needed them. He was a member of the Scottish Rite and York Rite, Lebanon Lodge #68 AF&AM, and Eastern Star Chapter #149. He was also a member of the Shriners. Billy graduated from Milton High School in 1947, and after serving his time in the army, met the love of his life, later settling down and starting a family. Billy was a carpenter for nearly 60 years, a member of the Carpenter Local #302, and still worked long into his 80’s, so that he could always stay young. Billy was 70 years old before he had his first and only grandchild, who gave him a newfound joy in life, and together they shared many adventures. Billy was most proud of the son he raised, the life he shared with his wife, and his granddaughter for following her dreams and starting Medical School. Billy was an avid reader, and loved bluegrass gospel music. Billy had a kind heart, and did not know a stranger. He always believed in second chances, and seeing the best in people, even when others could not. He didn’t dwell on the past, and would give his own shirt off his back if it meant helping someone else. He would always tell others that to be successful in this life, you just had to be happy with what you accomplished, it did not matter what anyone else thought. Billy was a friend to everyone and anyone; always finding someone to talk to wherever he went. Billy leaves behind a legacy of patience, love, generosity, kindness, and Godliness. Those that know Billy remember he would always eat dessert first, because you never knew if you would be able to finish your meal. In lieu of flowers, the family has requested that donations be made to the Gideon’s International Living Memorial Bible Fund, in memory of Billy G. Cooper. Wallace Funeral Home in Milton will be handling funeral services for the family. The viewing will be at Chestnut Grove Missionary Baptist Church on Wednesday, July 29, 2020 from 6-8 p.m. and from 2 to 3 p.m. prior to the funeral service which will be held at the same location on Thursday, July 30, 2020 at 3 p.m. with Reverend Chelcie Gibson and Pastor Mark Hesson officiating. Burial will be in Forest Memorial Park, Milton. Wallace Funeral Home, Milton, is in charge of arrangements. Online condolences may be expressed to the family at www.timeformemory.com/wallace.

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Billy Gene Cooper's memorial is located at: Forest Memorial Park, Milton, Cabell County, USA.
When did Billy Gene Cooper death?
Billy Gene Cooper death on 27 Jul 2020 in Milton, Cabell County, West Virginia, USA
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Latitude: 38.4285350
Longitude: -82.1843220

Family Members:

Parent

Lloyd Cooper

(1899 - 1990)

Geneva Jenkins Cooper

(1905 - 1931)

Siblings

(1925 - 2014)

(1927 - 1976)

(1928 - 1928)

(1933 - 1933)

(1933 - 1933)

Children

Billy Dwaine Cooper

(1956 - 2021)

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Nearby Cemetories:

1. Forest Memorial Park
Milton, Cabell County, USA
Coordinate: 38.4285350, -82.1843220

2. Maupin Cemetery
Ona, Cabell County, USA
Coordinate: 38.4342003, -82.1928024

3. Beulah Chapel Cemetery
Ona, Cabell County, USA
Coordinate: 38.4178910, -82.1912380

4. Daniel Love Cemetery
Ona, Cabell County, USA
Coordinate: 38.4322970, -82.2013140

5. Cabell County Farm
Ona, Cabell County, USA
Coordinate: 38.4260500, -82.2126600

6. Sheff Cemetery
Ona, Cabell County, USA
Coordinate: 38.4423530, -82.2067910

7. Holroyd Family Cemetery
Ona, Cabell County, USA
Coordinate: 38.4247208, -82.2133331

8. Holley Cemetery
Milton, Cabell County, USA
Coordinate: 38.4451000, -82.1579300

9. Yates Cemetery
Milton, Cabell County, USA
Coordinate: 38.4578500, -82.1685290

10. Howell-Rimmer Cemetery
Cabell County, USA
Coordinate: 38.4435350, -82.2213140

11. Gwinn Cemetery
Milton, Cabell County, USA
Coordinate: 38.4592361, -82.1679535

12. McComas Cemetery
Milton, Cabell County, USA
Coordinate: 38.4627200, -82.1828500

13. Chapman Cemetery
Cabell County, USA
Coordinate: 38.4013400, -82.1576000

14. Yates Family Cemetery
Ona, Cabell County, USA
Coordinate: 38.4337810, -82.2280370

15. Mud River Baptist Church Cemetery
Ona, Cabell County, USA
Coordinate: 38.4176100, -82.2399500

16. Milton Cemetery
Milton, Cabell County, USA
Coordinate: 38.4383510, -82.1268040

17. Blue Sulphur Burial Park
Ona, Cabell County, USA
Coordinate: 38.4171982, -82.2422028

18. Rece Cemetery
Milton, Cabell County, USA
Coordinate: 38.4238820, -82.1213650

19. Union Memorial Cemetery
Milton, Cabell County, USA
Coordinate: 38.4239440, -82.1213300

20. Beckett Family Cemetery
Fudges Creek, Cabell County, USA
Coordinate: 38.3738290, -82.1884530

21. Beckett Cemetery
Fudges Creek, Cabell County, USA
Coordinate: 38.3737530, -82.1885820

22. Ronk Cemetery
Milton, Cabell County, USA
Coordinate: 38.4567490, -82.1186676

23. William Morrison Cemetery
Roach, Cabell County, USA
Coordinate: 38.3735130, -82.2112200

24. Beckett Cemetery
Milton, Cabell County, USA
Coordinate: 38.4074860, -82.1140650