of Alexander, AR
April 20, 1955 - September 22, 2023
Jerome Cooper, 68, of Alexander passed away peacefully at home on Friday, September 22, 2023.
Jerome was born in Tuscaloosa, Alabama to H.D. and Sarah Alice Cooper. He graduated from Russellville High School. He graduated from college at Central Baptist College and then received his master's degree at the Baptist Missionary Association Theological Seminary in Jacksonville, Texas. He pastored several churches and worked as an editor at the Baptist Publishing House for 25 years. He ended his ministry on staff at Immanuel Baptist Church in Nashville, Arkansas where he worked for 18 years. He was a member of the Collective Church of Bryant where he enjoyed studying the word of the Lord.
Jerome is survived by his wife of 47 years, Peggy Cooper; his mother, Sarah Alice Cooper (Yerby); his two daughters, Sarah Lyn Cooper (Robert Ellison) and Jessica McGinty (Jeremy); his sisters, Camellia Lewis and Jeanine Miller and his two grandsons, Bo McGinty and Ty McGinty. He is preceded in death by his father, H.D. Cooper. He will be missed dearly by his friends and family, especially by his grandsons who he adored.
A memorial service will be held at Collective Church of Bryant on Friday, September 29, 2023 at 2PM. A visitation will start one hour prior to the service.
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39 Condolence(s)
Delton Clanton
Saturday, September 30, 2023
I was a fellow church member with Jerome during his time in Mississippi. He was a true Christian who will be greatly missed. Prayers for his family.
Mitchell Burnett
Friday, September 29, 2023
I was privileged to serve on the Publishing House Board when Jerome was serving there. Jerome was always such an gentle soul and beautiful picture of a Christian servant. I value the memory of his service and the help he was always willing to give. I am praying for the family and looking forward to seeing Jerome again in eternity.
Carol Staley
Friday, September 29, 2023
Peggy and family, We were so sorry to hear of your loss. We will be thinking of you and praying for you as you all go through this sadness and time of grief. Sincerely, Carol & Walter Staley
Grady and Norita Higgs
Thursday, September 28, 2023
Peggy and family we are praying for God's comforting grace to upon you in this difficult time of life. Jerome was such a blessing to so many in his faithful service to his Master. He leaves a great legacy. Love in Christ, Grady and Norita.
Earl J Sloan
Thursday, September 28, 2023
We ask God to bless Peggy an the family in this time of sorrow.
Scott Reddin
Thursday, September 28, 2023
Nadine Kaylor
Thursday, September 28, 2023
Ms Alice our thoughts are with you and your family at this time. Love and prayers.
Sam Yerby
Wednesday, September 27, 2023
So sorry to hear of Jerome's passing. Heartfelt condolences and prayers to the family.
Bettye WhiteWilson
Wednesday, September 27, 2023
My condolences to the family. Enjoyed working with Jerome, back in the busy days of Baptist Publishing House, on several projects. He was a blessing to many people.
Jim and Judy Holder
Wednesday, September 27, 2023
Will remember the good times, great fellowship and friendship.
Jamie and Kami Haguewood
Wednesday, September 27, 2023
So sorry to read about your loss. Jerome was a good and faithful servant of our Lord. May the God of all comfort be near to you all during this time.
Paul Silvey
Wednesday, September 27, 2023
Jerome was a dedicated servant of God and will hear these words from Jesus: Well done, good and faithful servant.
Charlie & Christi Zumwalt
Wednesday, September 27, 2023
Peggy, we are so sorry to hear of Jerome’s passing. There are so many happy memories of working with Jerome at BPH. Praying for comfort and peace in the days ahead.
carolin wells
Tuesday, September 26, 2023
so very sorry love and prayers
Larry and Susie Hendren
Tuesday, September 26, 2023
Larry and I are so sorry to hear this. We will miss seeing him at the meetings faithfully serving as clerk. We are praying for Peggy and the family.
Sandy Hart
Tuesday, September 26, 2023
My deepest sympathy and prayers for Peggy and family during this time. May God bring you peace and comfort.
Jordan Tew
Tuesday, September 26, 2023
On behalf of Baptist Publishing House, please allow me to say that I am grateful for Bro. Jerome's service to the Lord and his years of hard work for Baptist Publishing House. His kindness and wisdom will be remembered for many years. His impact will long outlive his time on this earth. We will miss him on this side of Heaven, but we take comfort knowing he is with Jesus at this time. We will be in prayer for his family. Peace in Christ, Jordan M. Tew
Gary & Gayla Rowe
Tuesday, September 26, 2023
Peggy & family
We were so sorry to hear of Bro. Jerome's passing. He will be so missed. We have such wonderful memories of him. Our prayers are with you & the family.
John and Lynda Bailey
Tuesday, September 26, 2023
We were saddened to hear of the sad news. We sure loved your dad and mom May God keep the family who loved you in his care God Bless you the family has a heavy load John and Lynda Bailey Park Avenue Baptist Church SEARCY
Sarah McClafferty
Tuesday, September 26, 2023
We were so blessed to get to hear Jerome preach the Word. We sure are gonna miss his big smile and sweet presence at church. Praying for Peggy and the family.
Diann Rankin
Tuesday, September 26, 2023
Thoughts and prayers have been with you guys through this. I've known Jerome for many, many years and he was always the total gentleman, always had a smile on his face. And the hair....never a hair out of place :) Sweet memories.
Joel Slayton
Tuesday, September 26, 2023
God bless your family. When I was writing for BPH, I so enjoyed times of fellowship with Jerome. May the Lord grant you peace and comfort.
Susan Wright
Tuesday, September 26, 2023
Peggy & family, I am so very sorry for your loss. Bro. Jerome was such a fine man, always had a smile. Heaven has a new member of the choir! You have my prayers & deepest condolences.
Donna Stumon
Tuesday, September 26, 2023
Jessica, I am so sorry for the loss of your father. I am praying for you and your family.
Donny and Sue Woods
Tuesday, September 26, 2023
Peggy and Family, our prayers and our hearts go out to you. For Jerome, real life has just begun, and what a life it is! He has seen Jesus, face to face. May God give you peace and sufficient Grace to bear the painful days of adjustment ahead. We love you.
Gary and Jenny Lee
Tuesday, September 26, 2023
So sorry to read about Jerome’s passing. Our sorry is for those left behind. We know Jerome is with his Savior. We have memories of him as a boy while we were students at CBC , and his parents were dorm parents for the girls’ dorm. ðŸ™ðŸ»â™¥ï¸
Belinda Weaver
Monday, September 25, 2023
Dear Peggy, I just saw this. I’m so sorry! Lifting you up to our Father of all comfort. Love you.
Tommy & Kathy Chandler
Monday, September 25, 2023
Sympathy and prayers to Peggy, family, and all of the many friends.
I still have the Ryrie study Bible that Jerome recommended when Peggy and I worked together in Texarkana. Such and man of God.
Mike Lefler
Monday, September 25, 2023
So very sorry to hear of Jerome’s passing. He was such a wonderful man. So very thankful for his faith in Jesus Christ. Praying for your dear family.
Marsha Rae Idleman
Monday, September 25, 2023
Charlie and I are so sorry for your loss. Jerome was a good man. You will be in our prayers.
Ron Fields
Monday, September 25, 2023
Couldn't stop the tears. Our prayers for Peggy and family.
Charlotte Lay
Monday, September 25, 2023
So very sorry for your loss . Prayers for comfort.
Kevin and Dee Crites
Monday, September 25, 2023
Love to u all from The Crites family!!!
James and Kathy Bramlett
Monday, September 25, 2023
James and I are so very sorry to hear about Jerome. Kathy worked with him at Baptist Publishing House and he was truly a kind man and a pleasure to know. We are keeping the family in our prayers.
Dee James
Monday, September 25, 2023
Love hearing Jerome preached the word. He will be greatly missed.
My heart goes out to Peggy and family. I wish you nothing but comfort and strength
Love,
Dee James
Daniel Aylett
Monday, September 25, 2023
Jerome was a wonderful godly man who modeled for me what serving the Lord in vocational ministry looked like. So sorry to hear about his passing. Praying for the entire family and the Lord’s comfort and peace for all!!
Charles Idleman
Monday, September 25, 2023
So sorry Peggy. There were a few guys in the dorm that everybody liked. Jerome was one of those guys. He was also one of those guys that worked to be a friend to anyone that would give him room. Good guy married to a good gal. Praying for you. Charles Idleman
Ginger Primm
Monday, September 25, 2023
Peggy and family you are in my prayers. Jerome was well loved and respected as a man of God. I am praying for peace and comfort for you in the days to come. Please let me know if there is anything I can do for you.
James & Sue Yerby
Monday, September 25, 2023
You were loved greatly by many people, even though they may not have known you well. Your love for others radiated from you to everyone you came in contact with. You will be missed.