It is with heavy hearts that we share that our brother, Kevin Francis Cooper, known as Coop to many, left us on February 10, 2025.
Born on January 8, 1971, he was the middle child of Judy and Len Cooper and brother to Karen and Wayne. Beyond his immediate family, Kevin’s path was shaped by Sandra and Carl Daurie. Kevin grew up and lived in Ellershouse , causing a bit of mischief along the way with his partner in crime, Mary, giving both Judy and Sandra a grey hair or two. The bigger the hill, the faster the bike, the more likely he was to try it.
Kevin moved to Calgary when he was 25. He loved hunting, camping and spending time in nature. He worked as a cabinet maker and could make anything out of scrap wood, a talent that was self-taught and appreciated by anyone who was lucky enough to get a custom piece of work from him.
He was someone who could find a bit of fun, if not a little trouble, wherever he went. Kevin could talk to anyone about anything. Animals and children were naturally drawn to him as they knew he was a gentle soul.
The true love of Kevin’s life was his dogs; first Princess, then Jade and finally Clyde. All three will have met him at the other side of the Rainbow Bridge with wagging tails and kisses as only pitties can.
He is survived by his sister, Karen (Ellershouse), brother Wayne (Prema) (Halifax), niece Vanessa (Halifax) and his Farm Family (Delacour, Alberta).
Kevin will be met in Heaven (which will likely look a lot like a dog park), by his parents, Judy and Len Cooper, and aunt and uncles, Dennis (Betty), Joan (Terry). His mother may or may not be holding a wooden spoon out as he is arriving far too soon.
Special thanks to Tim and the Farm Family that loved and supported Kevin in the past few years.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to an animal rescue of your choice or an organization that supports mental health and addictions.
A private gathering will take place in Alberta and a public celebration of life will take place at the Ellershouse Community Hall (429 Ellershouse Road, Ellershouse, NS) on Friday, February 28, 2025 from 2pm to 4pm.
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A beautifully written obituary. I feel now that I knew him and I particularly loved the comment about the wooden spoon. A throw back to the McCarthy family heredity. Condolences to the family on your loss.
Coop (Kevin) was a remarkable friend whom I will never forget. He will be deeply missed by everyone who has known him. He was very quick to be there for anyone who needed help. A Very kind and gentle man. Coop, May your soul find peace as it sores across the stars with princess, Jade and Clyde.
You’re forever friends,
Matt Sam Mason Easton and Roman
To Karen, Wayne and Family, my deepest condolences on the loss of your brother. May you hold close the happy memories of Kevin.
This is. Dry heart breaking . I came to know Kevin through a protest we all were doing close to Cochrane Alberta .he had a very kind heart and soul. He worked very hard . Tim and Jevin and Laslow and Kevin’s kitty were always a team . Tim helped Kevin a lot as Kevin did in return . Kevin was there for anyone . He will be missed dearly . May you rest in peace Jevin ,gone too soon . Always in our hearts forever . Condolences to his family and mostly to Tim and Laslo for being there and being true loving friends . Rest easy Kevin