Robert Cooley Obituary
The memory of Robert Cooley of Athens, Ohio, who passed away on January 18, 2026 at the age of 77, will forever remain in the hearts of those touched by this precious presence in their lives. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Robert E. Cooley (Bob) and Betty Cooley; his in-laws, John and Virginia Borkowski; his brother-in-law Robert Borkowski; and his nephew Matthew Denny.
He is survived by: his wife Nannette; his daughter Brynn Duke (Tyler); his sister Susan Bunch (Jeff); his siblings-in-law, John Borkowski (Ewa Lewandowska) and Barbara Denny; his nephews, Scott Bunch (Kimi), Chris Bunch (Samantha) and Mark Denny (Anna); and his niece Megan Colascione (Dan). He is also survived by three grand nephews; one grand niece; numerous cousins, and many, many devoted friends.
In lieu of flowers, the family has requested that donations can be made to the Ohio University Foundation supporting Men's or Women's Golf teams. Mailing address is Ohio University Foundation, P.O. Box 869, Athens, OH 45701.
