Dad the 1954 picture of you holding the fish often comes to my mind. You were 35. It reminds me of that chorus “I will make you fishers of men”. At 32 you chose to walk with Jesus. You changed our life’s but little did you know the thousands of other life’s you would change too. Love you forever.XO

Dear Dad:
My newest project; I am digitizing your poems - 1 to 200 done so far. You sure knew a lot of people, had great things to say about everyone. Especially enjoying the poems about Kirsty's birth; Jamie, Lisa and Gina's graduations in the early 1990's. 
Your words live on.
Miss you always.

Wanda

It’s never been the same, Dad! Hope you’re enjoying the glimpses of sun today. Love J

Dad, on your heavenly birthday we watched family videos, enjoying you play violin. Still miss you so much. Love J

Dad we had a tour recently of Camp Medeba by Paul Wilson. You would be astounded at the beautiful facility it is today. Your heritage of dedicated commitment continues to win souls for Jesus. We miss you so much and your joyful spirit. Love Teresa & Garry

Hi Dad. I have been working on digitizing the memorabilia from you and Mom. What a journey it has been - literally - Florida, Arizona, Alaska, BC etc. You certainly enjoyed life with your constant companion beside you. Rick and I just celebrated our 5th wedding anniversary; we have a long ways to go to catch up, but are enjoying our journey. 
Love you always
Baby Girl Wanda

Happy Birthday Dad!
We celebrated in our hearts your birthday and the joyous time of year it was for you and mom. Florida bound to your beautiful home, friends, volunteer work and most important your ministry work. You enjoyed life to the fullest. Loving God Loving Others.
We are forever thankful for the heritage you gave us. Love & miss you deeply.
Teresa & Garry

Happy birthday Dad.

A beautiful fall day; walking around the neighbourhood. Met an 88 year old Christian man, originally from Jamaica; a great story teller like you.

I am going to be the holder of your diaries for the family; can't wait to read some more and marvel at all you accomplished in life.

Love your baby girl, Wanda

Dad every day we miss you. Thank you for the many ways our hearts are comforted by your talents. Your poem “Camping” Jamie has proudly hung in his fifth wheel. We will always keep sharing the incredible heritage you and mom gave us to our family. Love you ever so much. Teresa

Watching the hummingbirds right now… they have always been a gift from you and Mom. Missing you as much as Day 1 2000. Love Judy

Hi Dad. On vacation in Collingwood; a rainy day today. Sipping a hot drink and reflecting on all your various accomplishments.  So proud to be your daughter. You taught us to enjoy life, laugh alot and love unconditionally.
Miss you always
Love Wanda

Happy Birthday Dad! We are celebrating you and how greatly you influenced and blessed our lives. You taught us many life lessons by example. We miss you & mom greatly. Love Always Teresa

Happy birthday in heaven to a dad who taught me so much and set an example for how to live one’s life with integrity and kindness to everyone.

Love your baby girl, Wanda

HAPPY BIRTHDAY, Dad! We see you in your chair studying the Bible, and Mom in her chair knitting! Both of you are especially close to our hearts this time of year, with your birthday, and her anniversary just passed on the 12th. We know you were waiting for her to celebrate your birthday together.

A wonderful climb this Thanksgiving to Cooper Mtn brought us great joy and great laughs again. Such a legacy from you and Mom. EVERYONE is proud... Damien always rushes ahead and is sure to tell whomever will listen that Jimmy Cooper's daughter is on the trail.

Dad. We've moved to a new home, closer to the most important thing- family. I've set up a famiily photo area proudly displaying photos of you and Mom. I have them beside your other love- music; a keyboard and a ukulele so far. Miss your gentle manner, good advice and your loving arms. Love your baby girl. Wanda

Dad you left your fingerprints on so many things. Your daughters visited Bronson Lake and climbed your hiking trail this June. It was a wonderful day. We treasure all your fingerprints. They help console our hearts. You are deeply loved and missed. Love Teresa

We miss you tremendously, Poppa!
I uploaded a wonderful pic of you and Nana, from one of our many times celebrating together as a family. Laughter and joy surrounds our hearts because of you.  Judy

How times have changed. Today I participated in a Zoom meeting with fellow Community Care Volunteers. There was a singer and a storyteller; so reminded me of how you shared your love of the lord and life in both these fashions. Miss you always.
Wanda

Dad today your Birthday memories bring us so much joy. On your 75th we got you a pecan pie your favourite. You and mom were both excited as leaving soon for your Florida home. Wonderful family times so greatly missed. Love Always! Teresa

Dad, we had an amazing experience yesterday, on your 20th Anniversary! I was working at the waterfront when I turned around to see 2 loons right beside me! That was a first! They never ever come close to our dock, plus we had been told there was only one loon left now this year. We took pictures of the loons, and I posted their video on your site because “Jimmy” was “talking” to “Doris”. Thank you for the wonderful visit!
Judy

October 2019- HAPPY 100th DAD!!!!!!!
Just climbed Cooper Mountain!!! What a legacy!!!! Love Judy

Dad we cherish our memories of you. You gave us the best gift of all by teaching us about God’s love for us. Your Saviour and friend. Mom always could find you because you loved to sing about Him. We will all be together again one day. Love You!

We recently watched your 80th birthday celebration and 60th wedding anniversary videos - what a joy to see you and hear your voice again. Your sense of humour and life lessons are treasured. You remain alive in our hearts and memories forever. Still miss you very much. Your baby girl.

Dad it was such an honour to visit your trail honouring your name this fall. We have proudly displayed your handmade violin in our home. Your handprints are forever remembered. Your 100th birthday has passed but our hearts will forever be inspired by your amazing love of life. Miss you so much. xoxo

There is a big party in heaven today in honour of your 100th birthday. I am sure you are doing what you love; entertaining others on the violin or the piano or you've written a new poem. Love all the treasured memories of past birthday parties in your honour. Love Wanda

Love you Dad! You will always be remembered like it was yesterday! The kindest man ever. We’re so lucky to be your children. Love Judy

My life's hero. Your guiding hand will be with us always. Love your baby girl

Miss your laugh. Miss your smile. Wish we could eat cake and hug for awhile. Happy birthday Dad.
Love Wanda & Rick

Hard to believe you have been gone for so long; but still ever present in my heart. I got married on July 19 2018, to the love of my life - Rick Wade. You would have loved him, as I do. He is taking good care of me as you always did. Miss you.

No matter how old I am, I still need and miss you. What a powerful influence you were and are.

Dear Dad;
Still miss you so very much! Thinking of your birthday party where we gave you the fake cake. You were so funny! We watched the video recently. The cake was so hard, you couldn't cut it, so you stabbed it with your knife. (Cardboard box with icing over. Your favourite pecan pie underneath.).  Love you to the end of time.... Judy

You always had a smile and a story to tell; but you were a good listener as well. You wil always be in my heart; because in there you're still alive. Your baby girl Wanda

The greatest gift we ever had was YOU.

I won't immortalize you in the stars, because they fade away
I will just keep you in my heart, so that you are with me every day

Love Wanda

Seems like yesterday you left us but it's been so long. Your memories are always fresh in my thoughts. I just shred a story about you and Nanna not realizing the day. Miss you, love you! Jamie

Dad you filled our lives with overwhelming joy. Whatever our need, our concern, you always had words of encouragement and hope. You built your life on God's word, He was your solid foundation. The last time I saw you very clearly I heard these words in my spirit, "see him clothed in robes of righteousness". Our love is with you forever. Miss you so much! Love Teresa

Spent Oct 15 2015 together with my sisters; sharing memories of our family and planning for future gatherings. Keeping your memory alive and you near and dear to us.

Wanda

I'm a day late; but Rick & I were spending time with Judy & Neil and family, keeping the family connections going, something you were always very good at. Can't believe it has been 15 years since you passed; your love and blessings are present in my life every day.
Love Wanda xxoo

Dad
You showed your love for God, your family and others in countless ways. Thank you for being the best dad ever! Your love of life still resonates in all your family.

Thinking of you, Poppa, on your 95th birthday and knowing how happy you and Auntie M are to have Nana with you now. We are really missing her, but so happy she's with you and the rest of her family.

Mom has now joined you; hope she planned a good party for your 95th birthday. Rejoice in your love for each other.

Love your baby girl
Wanda

Hi Dad....in Slippery Rock Pennsylvania with Shelley, Richard and John. Great to spend time with family thinking of all the wonderful blessings you have given us. Love you Wanda

Dad
We continue to share with your great grandchildren the blessings you and mom bestowed upon our lives. One day we will all be together again to celebrate. Love Teresa

Hi Dad!
What can I say. Still miss you and Mary terribly. Watched "Heaven is For Real" the other day. Know we will see you again.
Wanda has done a great job with pictures here. Lots of good memories of you.             Love Judy

Dad
Everyday to you was an opportunity to be a blessing to someone. We forever will treasure you and share with your grandchildren and great grandchildren the incredible person you were. Love Teresa

Hi Dad! Miss you so much. Miss your joie de vivre. And your helping hand. All good here. Love Judy

Watching the humming birds today from the deck; trying to get good photos. Great day for flying. Taking care of Mom for you.
Love your baby girl Wanda

Wondering what heaven is like for you. Hope you see me happy and healthy; living on the lake surrounded by float planes. Love you always

Miss my second dad as much as I do my own dad. You touched my life so much and still do. Love and miss you so much.

Your "girls" spent the day together - August 3 2011; laughing and sharing family & friendship; felt your warm smile on us all day.

What a beautiful tribute to the man that I have always called my second dad. He was a special man in my life and I miss him and always will.