George Roy Cooper

George Roy Cooper passed away on November 6, 2024 in Layton, Utah. He was born on April 2, 1938 to Louise Anna Kemp and Joseph Howard Cooper in Wilmington Delaware.

George grew up in Wilmington Delaware area and upon graduating from high school, he joined the US Air Force. While serving, he met Mary Elizabeth Whittaker. They were married December 1959 in Albuquerque, New Mexico. From their marriage, they had two children, George Donald and Joseph Howard Cooper. George and Mary Beth were married for 44 years. They later divorced in 2004.

George was a Vietnam Veteran and honorably served his country for almost 30 years. He retired as a Senior Master Sergeant.

George enjoyed life. He was a member of the VFW, The Gideons, and he was a member of the Hostler Model Railroad Club for over 35 years. He loved scouting and served as a long time scout master for many years.

George is survived by his children, George (Ruth) Cooper, Joe (Kenya) Cooper; nine grandchildren; and four great grandchildren.

Interment will be at Cheyenne National Cemetery, Hildreth Road, Cheyenne, Wyoming 82009