Committal
Charles M. Cooper 81 of Morganton, N.C. passed into the loving hands of God on Sunday, October 15, 2023.
He was a beloved son, brother and uncle. A faithful cousin, nephew and a loyal friend. Charlie has touched the hearts of so many people and our lives will forever be impacted by his time with us.
Charlie was born on June 13, 1942 to the late J. Calvin Cooper and Lena Hennessee Cooper. He retired from the U.S. Postal Service. Charlie was an active member of Oak Hill United Methodist Church. He loved his church and especially his Sunday school class.
Charlie enjoyed spending time with his family & friends. He also enjoyed traveling, fishing and gardening. Some of his most treasured moments were spent simply enjoying the peace of the day on his front porch.
Those left to cherish his memory include his brother Gary Cooper (Mary Anna); and sister, Lisa Amrhein (Scott). His nieces and nephews - Sheri Kicklighter, Patti Rhyne (Tommy), Cathy McDevitt (John), David Cooper (Sandy), Lorri Heilig, Kim Whisnant (Tom), Melia Waters (David), Tahera Devinney (Kenneth), Kristin Amrhein (James). His Aunts Pat and Julie Hennessee, and a number of other nieces, nephews and cousins.
In addition to his parents Charlie was preceded in death by his brothers James and Kenneth Cooper - “Bubba”.
Services for Charlie will be held at Sossoman Funeral Home.
The family will receive friends from 2 to 4 p.m., Friday, October 20, 2023 at Sossoman Funeral Home. A celebration of Charles’ life will follow at 4 p.m. in the Colonial Chapel of the funeral home with Revs. Adam Love and David Cooper officiating. Military honors will be provided by the NC National Guard and masonic rites will be will be provided by Catawba Valley Masonic Lodge #217.
Memorial contributions may be made to Oak Hill United Methodist Church - Impact Building Fund.
The family would like to thank Amorem for the care that they provided to Charlie.
The family would also like to express their appreciation to all the friends and neighbors for all the support and prayers during this time.
Sossoman Funeral Home and Crematory Center is assisting the family.
Well Done Good and Faithful Servant.
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I did not know Charlie, but somewhat knew his brother James. My mother, Bessie Winters (1900-1987), long taught in Oak Hill's graded school (6th grade) and I have a most wonderfully illustrated, entertaining "card" given to my mother as a retirement thank-you message by one Patti Coooper; given during June, 1970. This notice of Charlies death includes one Patti Rhyne, wife of Tommy. If you are said Patti, or know said Patti, either ought contact me for I would like passing along this card given to my mother. (Millard Hennesse is a very fondly remembered man who gave hours to help us in our Oak Hill Boy Scout troop, told at the time to be the largest in our state. Mr. Hennesse is remembered as a good and upright man.) I regret knowing this most-recent loss to the Hennessee-Cooper family group. Bob Winters
A fine man who will certainly be missed. Always a pleasure to talk to. Deepest condolences to the family.
We were so saddened to hear about Charlie. He was such a great man. We’re so sorry we won’t be able to attend his funeral. Our love and prayers go out to the family.
Lisa, Gary, & Family, Charlie was a dear friend to me and so many others. My Mom thought there was no one in the world like Charlie Cooper. I’m sure they are having a great reunion. I look forward to the day that we can all meet again. He will be missed greatly. Much love to all of you!!
Charlie was a wonderful genuine person. The news of his passing has left a void. I cherished the many conversations shared with Charlie over the past several years. God called one of his children home. He will truly be missed in this lifetime. My thoughts and prayers for God’s comfort to the family during this trying time.
Charlie was such a good friend to all who were blessed to know him! Always had a smile on his face! Our prayers for you all in your great loss!
Charlie was a wonderful friend and neighbor. I know he is in a better place then we are, but he is really going to be missed. He was one of a kind.My thoughts and prayers are with his family. Margaret Fleming
Charlie was a wonderful friend and neighbor. I know he is in a better place then we are, but he is really going to be missed. He was one of a kind.My thoughts and prayers are with his family. Margaret Fleming
Charlie was such a wonderful person. So sorry. Prayers for the family🙏🙏❤️❤️