Howard Mickel Cooper

Howard Mickel Cooper, born April 16, 1946 in Salem, Oregon passed on November 8, 2025 in Puyallup, Washington. After answering the call to serve our country in the United States Army, Howard received a Purple Heart for his efforts and sacrifice. In his free time, he loved to volunteer as a firefighter with the Edgewood Fire Station. He leaves to cherish his memories his wife, Sue Ellen who have been married for 58 years; three children: Cheris, Brian, and Tony, 11 grandchildren, 21 great- grandchildren, and 2 dogs: Taz and Buddy who loved him dearly. The most important thing to Howard was his family.