Vernon Cecil Cooper, age 88 of North Platte, passed away Thursday March 19, 2015.
Vernon was born on January 10, 1927 in Sioux City, Woodberry Co., IA to Ray and Bertha (Adams) Cooper. At the age of 16 he moved to North Platte where he attended high school. After graduation he entered the army and served during the Korean War. After his discharge from the army Vernon returned to North Platte where he worked for Western Construction and the State of Nebraska. He married Elsie M. Lindenmuth on June 8, 1956. After Elsie’s death in 1985, he met and married Bonnie J. Pease on September 1, 1987. He enjoyed stock car racing, loved working with wood, in his yard and especially with his flowers.
Vernon is survived by his children Bradley James Cooper, Tammie Jean Cooper, Teresa Leann Cooper; stepson Martin (Alice) Mora Jr; grandchildren; sisters Gloria (Willie) Rogers and Jean Goltry; brother in law Irving P. Hiatt; as well as other extended family members and friends.
He was preceded in death by his parents; wife Elsie; wife Bonnie; daughter Therina Lee Cooper; and brother, James Cooper.
Memorials are suggested in his name and online condolences may be shared at www.adamsswanson.com. Funeral services will be 10:30 a.m. Wednesday March 25, 2015 at Adams and Swanson Funeral Home with Chaplain Robin Storer officiating. Burial will follow at Ft. McPherson National Cemetery. Visitation will be from 9:00 a.m. until 9:00 p.m. Tuesday March 24, 2015 at Adams and Swanson Funeral Home which is in charge of arrangements.