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COOPER: Robert John Douglas “Doug” of RR 2 Kippen

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COOPER: Robert John Douglas “Doug” of RR 2 Kippen

Peacefully at Jessica’s House, Exeter with his family by his side on Saturday, November 14, 2020 of Kippen at the age of 82. Cherished husband of Carole (Richardson) Cooper for over 62 years. Loving father of Barb and Doug Ferguson of Hensall, Steve and Sue Cooper of Exeter, and Brian and Tracey Cooper of Hensall. Proud grandpa of Dan and Kaylee; Blair, Morgan; Ryan and Meagan, the late Tyler and Nicole, and Dylan and Nicole. Adored great-grandpa of Sierra, Bella, Taylor, Charlee, Olivia, and Jack. Dear brother-in-law of Shirley Richardson of Mount Forest. Predeceased by his parents Duncan and Corinne (Hotham) Cooper, and brother-in-law Ken Richardson.

Doug will be remembered for his strong advocacy and love for the Masonic Lodge, where he was a member for almost 60 years. He was a dedicated member of the United Church, and loved to spend time with his family. 

Visitation will be held at Haskett Funeral Home, 370 William Street, EXETER on Tuesday, November 17th from 3 – 5 PM. Due to Provincial COVID-19 restrictions, each person must RSVP for the visitation in the funeral home. Please click “Register Now” below to register.

A private family memorial service will be held on Wednesday, November 18th at 11 AM with Rev. Randy Banks officiating. Though the service is private, the family invites you to join with them from the comfort of your own home. Stream the service live by visiting www.facebook.com/haskettfh. Cremation with interment Hensall Union Cemetery.

Donations to Jessica’s House or the London Health Sciences Foundation – Regional Cancer Clinic would be appreciated by the family.

Condolence Messages

  2. Beth Cooper

    Carole and families

    My deepest sympathy to you and all your family.
    Thinking of you at this sad time.

    Beth Cooper

  3. Richard & Brenda Schilbe

    Deepest sympathy to Carol & the entire Cooper family. May your memories & the strength of family help your through the difficult days ahead.

  4. Mark Heimruch

    Carole, Steve & Sue and all;
    Our extended community has lost a great guy. Doug was always up for a good tease and a laugh. I have many memories of meeting Doug & Carole, and the United Church lunch crew at May’s Diner when there with my Lutheran lunch crew. We’d often tease about whether it was the Lutherans or Uniteds paying the tab!
    Our sincere sympathy to you all.

    Mark (& Julie) Heimrich &
    Marilyn Heimrich.

  6. Jean Crerar

    So sorry for your loss, Carol. I know you will miss Doug for ever. Remember all the good times you had together.

  7. Carolyn Johns

    Sympathies to the Cooper family. I had the privilege of meeting Doug at the Residence Inn. Very pleasant couple.
    Thinking of you and your family now.

  9. Nick Bjelan and Joan Bradley and Family

    Sending our deepest sympathy to Carole and the entire family during this difficult time. R. I. P. Doug you will be missed.

  11. Bill & Pat Noakes

    Dear Carol and Family,

    Please accept our sincere condolences on the passing of Doug. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

  14. Greg, Brenda Dayman & Family

    Carole, Barb, Doug, Steve, Sue, Brian, Tracey & All the Grandchildren
    So sorry for your Loss. Doug was a great man, great smile & fun. Greg enjoyed his days working with him.
    Deepest Condolences to each of you, may your Memories bring you comfort in the days ahead. Hugs

  15. Teresa Moore

    May loving memories bring peace and comfort today and always. Our deepest sympathies. RIP Doug.
    Martin Hotham and family.

  16. Phillip Simard

    Steve, Barb sorry to hear about your lose please accept our deepest sympathy

    Phil&Margaret Simard

  17. June Scott, Blake and Mitch

    Carole and family sending my deepest sympathy to you all. Treasure the good times and memories. Doug was a great cousin, always kind, and a great smile. He will be missed.

  19. Theresa Parsons

    Barb, Doug and Dan, our sincere sympathy to the entire Cooper family in your great loss. May all your cherished memories help to ease your sadness at this difficult time.
    Bob and Theresa Parsons

  20. Sharri MacDonald

    To the entire Copper family:
    We are so sorry for your loss. Doug was a great man and he will be missed by many. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
    Sharri and Barb MacDonald

  21. Scott & Darlene Bell

    To the Entire Cooper Family….
    We are so very sorry for your loss.
    I will always remember Doug’s smile and of course that laugh.
    There was never a BETTER Santa.
    May your memories always bring a smile.
    Doug, you will be sorely missed
    Dar & Scott
    Xxoo

  22. Anita Faber

    Carol, Barb& Doug, Steve&Sue, Brian&Tracey, Grandchildren & Great Grandchildren
    I’m sending you all my Sincere Condolences & keeping you all in my thoughts and prayers.
    Love Anita

  23. Christine Ferguson

    Carol and family
    Sorry to hear of Doug’s passing. May the happiness you all shared be warmly remembered and may those memories help to ease the pain of your loss.

    Betty & Christine Ferguson

  24. Dennis McBride& Heather Kennedy

    To the Cooper Family,

    Please accept our deepest sympathies and condolences on the loss of Doug , we send our thoughts and prayers to you at this difficult time.

  25. M.J. Chanyi

    Carole, Barb & Doug, Steve & Sue, Brian & Tracy, I extend my sincere sympathy for your loss. Doug will be sorely missed, his wry smile, his jokes. My thoughts are with you . Enjoy your many memories.
    Hugs M.J. Chanyi

  26. Carla Thompson

    Sending my heart felt sympathy of the passing of Doug. Doug was a wonderful person and a very convincing Santa, he had me fooled for years. He will be remembered fondly and missed by many. My thoughts and prayers to the entire Cooper families.

  27. Cheryl Becker(Dowson)

    Cooper family
    So sorry to hear of Doug’s passing. Thinking of you during this difficult time. Hugs!

  29. Blaine & Leisa

    Carole and families,
    We were very sad to hear of Doug’s passing. He always had a kind word and smile to share. Please accept our deepest sympathy for your loss.
    Blaine & Leisa

  30. Cathie (Sim) Alexander

    My sincere sympathy to the Cooper family for your loss. Hold your memories close at this difficult time.

  31. Garry & Janice Alderdice

    Carol & family.
    Our deepest condolences in your loss of Doug. He was a fine man and will be missed by many.
    Kind regards,
    Garry & Janice Alderdice & family

  32. Trish & Paul MacGregor & family

    We are so sorry to hear about Doug’s passing. We remember him as a friendly, kind and genuine person. He was always so kind to our kids at church in Kippen. Thinking of you all during this difficult time. May shared stories and good memories help to bring you comfort in days and weeks ahead. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

    Paul, Trish, Sarah, Ian and Sam

  33. Paul & Jacqui Wein

    I still see that crazy tail gunner Doug with his co-pilot neighbor Keith flying the “gremlin” between farm lane ways. Carole just shaking her head! Remember the best of times. Doug will be missed. Our deepest condolences to the Cooper families.

  34. Paul & Jacqui Wein

    I still see that crazy tail gunner Doug with his co-pilot neighbor Keith flying the gremlin between farm lane ways. Carole just shaking her head! Remember the best of times. Doug will be missed. Our deepest condolences to the Cooper families.

  35. Bob and Nancy Campbell

    Carole, Barb, Doug, Steve, Sue, Brian, Tracey and families,

    Our sincere sympathy to you all. We always enjoyed chatting with Doug and sharing a laugh. He will be missed by all those, whose lives that he touched. Take care and hugs to you all.

  36. John and Carol Coleman

    Carole, Barb,Doug,Steve,Sue,Brian,Tracy and families
    Kippen has lost a great neighbour and all round great person. His smiling face and true positivity will certainly be missed. Our thoughts are with all of you at this time.
    John and Carol Coleman and families

  37. Rob Taylor

    Carole, Brian & Tracey, Barb & Doug, Steve & Sue and families sending our sincere condolences on the passing of Doug. Remember the good memories.

    Rob & Christina Taylor and Family.

  41. Orrin Baird

    Carole & Family, Doug will be sorely missed by everyone he touched in Life….
    He was a unique individual in his own special way… When I was growing up he was the one Cousin I liked to hang with…
    We had a great time and a lot of laughs…
    Sincere Condolences to you & yours…
    The Baird Family

  42. John Taylor

    John & Cathy Taylor

    Doug was such a friendly, outgoing person my memories of Doug started when quite young, bugging everyone at the dairy daily to the point of certain people (no names!) upended me into the chocolate syrup!! and sent me home to mother Jean!!
    Then as a young man working at the dairy with my own ‘milkman’ delivery route.
    Doug’s work ethic was in part responsible for my own work ethic moving forward in my life….work hard, play hard, enjoy your family, friends and help your community.

    Carole & family my deepest condolences and may your memories bring you comfort in the days, years ahead.

    John Taylor (Cathy)

  43. Pauline and Ed Laithwaite

    Carole and Family. Our deepest condolences to you and all the Family. He was so very special and we will treasure all the great memories . You will certainly have many many fond memories. Hugs and prayers. Pauline and Ed.

  44. Nina Knee

    Doug, Barb and Families,

    So sorry to hear of Doug’s passing. Our deepest sympathy. Our prayers and thoughts are with you at this difficult time.
    Nina Knee and family

  46. Mark & Amy Cooper

    Carole, Barb and Doug, Steve and Sue, Brian and Tracey and families

    So sorry to about Doug passing way. No doubt he will be greatly missed by everyone that had the pleasure of of knowing him, please accept our condolences.

  47. Liz Bender Millson

    Barb, Carole and family
    My deepest sympathies in your loss. Thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
    Liz Millson

  48. Joan McCallum

    Carole and family: So sorry to read of Doug’s passing. Wishing you all my deepest sympathy. Keep your memories close to your heart. He will be greatly missed.

  49. Deb Regier

    Carole & family
    So sorry to hear of Doug’s passing. Treasure all those special memories!
    Ken & Deb (O’Brien) Regier

  50. Bill Gibson & Les Hills

    Les and I are very sorry to hear of Doug’s passing and would like to express our deepest sympathy. He was a great man and will deeply missed by many as he did so much for people and always had a great laugh.

  52. Tony /Marlene Bedard.

    To Carol and all the family….Our thoughts are with you l. I have many memories of you ..Carol /Doug .going back to the Richardson*s garage ! Doug was a very special person /friend of ours.. His hearty laugh will be missed.

  53. Brad & Anne Mousseau

    Carol, Barb & Doug, Steve & Sue, Brian & Tracey & families, so sorry to hear of Doug’s passing. I always enjoyed my ins visits & we will certainly miss him on the Northcrest board. Keeping you all in our thoughts & prayers.

  54. Doug & Betty Lynn Eckel

    Carole, Barb & Doug, Steve & Sue, Brian & Tracey and families: We are so very sorry to hear of Doug’s passing. What a genuine, kind soul he was. We extend our most heartfelt sympathy to all of you. Cherish all of your wonderful memories, speak his name often, and he will be forever in your hearts. Hugs to all of you. ♥

  56. Karen Dickins

    Carol and family, my deepest condolences….Doug has left a great legacy, and will be greatly missed by all who knew him. Hugs to all of you…❤️

  57. Northcrest Board of Directors

    The Northcrest Board of Directors extends their deepest sympathy to the entire Cooper family. Doug was a much valued member of the board for many years – always willing to take on a project and equally willing to regale us with amusing anecdotes. He was our friend and he will be missed. May he rest in eternal peace and may you all find comfort in the lifetime of love and memories that are his legacy.

  59. Cathy Batten

    Carole & Family

    My sincere condolences to each of you at this sad time. I will always remember Doug bringing milk into the garage (Jack & Marg’s) and he always had time for a chat. Treasure the precious memories that each you all hold in your hearts. Thinking of you all, hugs❤️

    Cathy Batten

  60. Marilyn Kenda

    Carole and Family
    I am so sorry to hear of Doug’s passing . Know that my thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.💕🙏🏻

  61. Dave Frayne and Cathy Cade

    To Doug’s family and friends:
    So sorry to hear of Doug’s passing. He was one of our favourite milkmen who delivered to my parents store

  62. Anne Dayman

    Carol and family: we are sorry for your loss. Doug was a great neighbor and a wonderful man. Our thoughts are with you all.

  63. Stephanie Miller & Taylor Moir

    Sending all our love during this extremely difficult time. Thoughts and prayers are with everyone.

  64. Sue Riley

    We always had a chat when Doug came to visit at HDC. My thoughts and prayers go out to everyone.
    Sue Riley

  65. David and Barbara Cooper

    Carole,Barb,Doug,Steve,Sue,Brian,Tracey and families:
    We are so very sorry to hear of Doug’s passing. You have our most deepest sympathy. We will always remember and appreciate so much what he did for us. We have the highest regard for him. What a wonderful person he was. Be strong and God bless.

  66. Audrey Dakin

    Carol, Steve and Sue; our sincerest condolences on the passing of your husband and father, Doug. You are in our thoughts at this difficult time.
    Audrey (Adkins) and Peter Dakin

  67. Frank & Joyce Maas

    Barb, Doug & the entire Cooper family, we were very sorry to hear of your Dad’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this difficult time

    Frank & Joyce, Steven & Ryan Maas

  68. Pam Woeller

    Carole, Barb, Steve and Brian, I am so sorry to learn of Doug’s passing. He was the greatest ! So fun to be around, and loved his hearty laugh. I enjoyed countless hours taking the kids for walks and afterschool babysitting and spending time in your home.
    Deepest condolences!

    Pam Woeller (Taylor)

  69. James R. Brisbin

    Doug was a fine gentleman and brother Mason. My life is all the richer for having known him.

  70. Dianne Skinner

    To Carol and family : So sorry for the loss of Doug you are all in my thoughts and prayers. He was our milk man years ago at the hospital.

  71. Rick & Marilyn Vandenbussche

    Carole and family, so sorry to hear of Doug’s passing. Sympathy from our family to you all.

  72. Linda Traquair

    Dear Carole and family. We are so very sorry for your loss . Wishing each one of you the peace that comes from a life well- lived . Doug was a good man. Sincerely, Jerry and Linda Traquair

  74. Linda and Dan Crerar

    Carole, Barb, Doug, Steve, Sue, Brian, Tracey and families,
    Dan and I extend our heart felt sympathy to you all. Doug was one of the best and will be missed!
    Hugs to you all.
    Linda and Dan

  76. Judith Elder McCartney

    Carol and Family: Robert and I are so saddened to learn of the passing of Doug. We will always remember him as our treasured friend. Deepest condolences to all who knew and loved Doug.

  79. Elaine Ford

    Carole and family. Sincere condolence , and so sorry to learn of Dougs passing. He was a great neighbour, and always fun. Gone way too soon. He will be missed for his happiness he brought to so many. RIP.

  80. Eric & Sharon Chuter

    So sorry to hear of the passing of Doug. You will miss him very much. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family at this difficult time.

  82. Cheryl Talbot

    My thoughts and prayers go out to you Carole and family. Carole and Doug where the best Landlords for over 20 years to me . We had many adventures but always right there after calling. you will be missed Doug.

  83. Ted Mock

    I have the fondest memories of Doug – a truly great guy. He was always kind, generous, understanding and, above all, fun! Had my first beer with Doug after work on a Friday afternoon back at Black Creek. He was a great teacher and life coach.
    My condolences to his family.

  85. Marion McCarter

    Carole, Barb and Doug, Steve and Sue, Brian and Tracey and families:
    Sorry to read of the loss of your husband, father, grandfather and great grandfather. Such a wonderful, kind hearted and friendly man. Treasure his memories and he will be with you forever. Deepest Sympathy.
    Marion McCarter Teresa and Joe, Diane and Dave, Cheryl and Ernie and families.

  86. Karen Johns

    I was so sad to see this. My deepest condolences to all of the family. Thinking of you all.

    Karen and Darryl

  87. Mary Berscht (Mock)

    Carol, our deepest sympathy to you and your family. Doug was a valued employee of Hurondale Dairy for so many years. We always thought of ‘Coop’ as part of our family and have many wonderful memories of him.
    Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this very sad time.

    Kay Mock and family

  89. Luke & Vaila Baehnisch

    So incredibly sorry to hear of Doug’s passing If it wasn’t for Doug, Luke and I would never have gotten out of our driveway in the winters! We would have been stuck for days digging out by hand Hugs to entire family Truly feeling your loss

  90. Jamie & Barb Caldwell

    We are so sorry to hear the loss of a great neighbour. Our thoughts are with Carol and the entire family.

  91. Alvin/Marilyn Taylor

    Carole and Family
    So sorry to hear of Doug’s passing. May happy memories help you through this difficult time.

  93. BEV Branderhorst

    Offering my deepest condolences to the entire Cooper family. Doug will be remembered by many. He was a genuine family man and the community will also miss him. Doug had a way of making you feel part of the family

  94. Tony & Alma Dayman

    Carole & family,
    Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Doug was such a lovely man, always so kind, he will be missed by so many. RIP

  95. Doug and Martha Smith

    So sorry to hear of Doug’s passing. He was definitely one of the good ones. He will be missed

  96. Shirley Kerslake

    Sending my deepest sympathy to Doug’s family. Treasure the good times and memories you have.

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