Obituary of Charles Edward Cooper

Charles Edward Cooper was born to Gilbert Sawyers and Annie L. Cooper on May 26, 1943. He received his foundation in education at Cameron E. School, Johnson School, and then he later attended Cameron High School. Having a love for sports, he played football while enrolled in high school. He forewent his senior year of high school to enroll in the United States Army, but after serving honorably in the United States Army for a number of years, he then enrolled in night courses at Watkins School and completed his last year of his high school education. He leaves a lasting legacy to his family: his wife of fifty-two years, Norma J. Cooper; his brother, Freddie [Doris] Sawyers; his son, William M. Cooper; his daughter, Valarie Brown-McCants; his son, Michael [June] Brown, and his daughter, Yolonda [Dennis] Howard. He also leaves his memory to a host of grandchildren, nieces, nephews, cousins, and close friends. Celebration of Life service will be available for Viewing on Facebook Live Stream on Friday, August 13, 2021 beginning at 12:00 noon. Facebook Page Name: Lewis-Wright FD In an effort to help stop the spread of COVID-19, we ask that all guest in attendance wear a facial covering at all times while inside the building. Please remember the Cooper Family in your thoughts and prayers.