Gary Dale Cooper, 72, of North Platte, went to be with the Lord on April 13, 2018, after a long battle with cancer. Gary passed away at home with his family by his side. Gary was born in Ardmore, Oklahoma on March 23, 1946 to Vernon Dale and Margrie (Sipes) Cooper.

After graduating from North Platte High School, he enlisted in the Navy and served from November of 1964 to November of 1968 and served in Vietnam. He then worked for Snell Services for 17 years before starting his own business, Cooper Electric, until 2003 when he retired due to health issues. On November 19, 1985, he married his wife, Cindy, at their home. They enjoyed their life together camping, fishing and hunting. Gary took great pride in his gardening.

He was preceded in death by his parents and grandparents. He is survived by his wife, Cindy; children, Lee Ann Cooper of North Platte, John Moyer of Lincoln, Bonnie (Charlie) Dressel of Stapleton and Ronnie Dennis of North Platte; 11 grandchildren and 8 great grandchildren; siblings, Larry (Jody) Cooper of Wellfleet, Sharon (Gilbert) Luna of North Platte and Debbie (Harry) Peffer of Pennsylvania.

Services will be 2:00 p.m. Friday, April 20, 2018 at Carpenter Memorial Chapel with Chaplain Richard Karr officiating.  Visitation will be from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home.  Cremation will follow the services. Online condolences may be shared at www.carpentermemorial.com. Carpenter Memorial Chapel is in care of arrangements.