Jerry Cooper Jr. Obituary

We announce the death of Jerry Cooper Jr. (Columbia, Mississippi), born in Amory, Mississippi, who passed away on October 11, 2026, at the age of 83. Jerry will be remembered by family members, friends, and others whose lives were connected in meaningful ways. Family and friends are welcome to send flowers or leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Gerald E. Cooper and Dena Lott Cooper. He is survived by: his wife Patricia; his daughters, Karen Peacher (Clay) and Tiffany Hammons (David); his grandchildren, Logan Kemp (Cameron), Chelsea Kemp (Brad), Christina Kemp, Dylan Ladner (Lacey), Peyton Ladner and Hunter Hammons; his great grandchildren, Stormi Grace Kemp, Cruz Kemp and Indi Rose Kemp; and his pet Blackjack.

Visitation will be held on Friday, October 16th 2026 from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM and on Saturday, October 17th 2026 from 10:00 AM to 10:45 AM at the Colonial Funeral Home (323 2nd St, Columbia, MS 39429). A funeral service will be held on Saturday, October 17th 2026 at 11:00 AM at the same location.