Stanley (Stan) Ray Cooper died at his home in Orland on Monday, August 12, 2024, just two weeks shy of 73 years old. The ninth of 12 children, he was born in Clovis, Calif., to Claud and Leona Cooper on August 26, 1951.
He served in the U.S. Air Force from December, 1970, to January, 1978, as SSGT. He was a master printer in Delaware for Standard Register.
He was a member of Moose Lodge 1901. He had strong beliefs, working alongside his brothers and family, helping and stepping in whenever needed. He could do painting, cement, roofing, electrical, and construction.
He loved traveling, history, cars, and cooking. He had a very big heart for young and old. His greatest joy was playing music with family and his many friends.
Survivors include his wife of over 25 years, Doris Longtin Cooper of Orland; children Jeanna (Jason) Kramer of Delaware, Ed (Lety) Barens of Chico, Shelli (Jeffrey) Field of Utah, Stephen Montgomery of Tennessee, Brenda Beech of Colorado, and Charles Roundy of California; brothers Jack (Martha) of Fresno, Randy (Esther) of Stagecoach, Nev., and Rick of Winters; sisters Jane (Don) Hemman of Wentworth, Mo., and Maryanne of Stockton; numerous grandchildren; innumerable nieces and nephews (great- and great-great-); and many friends he thought of as brothers. He loved them all.
He was preceded in death by his parents; sisters Bonnie Mae, and Norma Stansberry; and brothers Claude, Robert, Charles, and George.
A Celebration of Life is planned for 2 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 28, at the Glenn County Fairgrounds Cafeteria.
Arrangements are under the direction of Sweet-Olsen Family Mortuary.
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