Edward William Cooper was born December 25, 1937 to Fred and Katherine Cooper in Tom, Oklahoma. He is preceded in death by both parents, grandparents, second mother and one brother. Edward was a member of Salem Baptist Church, later moving his membership to New Chance Baptist Church, Spencer, Oklahoma. Edward leaves to cherish his memory his close companion Sandra Ellis. Six children; Nathaniel, Emma, Katherine, David, Felicia, and Angie; Seventeen grandchildren, twelve great grandchildren. A host of nieces, nephews, many other relatives and friends.