Winfred "Doc" Cooper

Winfred Cooper Jr. (Doc) of Independence, Missouri passed away peacefully on March 23, 2020 at the age of 94. He was born in Paraloma, Arkansas on December 11, 1925 and grew up in DeQueen, Arkansas. He left DeQueen, Arkansas at a young age of 18 to seek working opportunities in Kansas City, Missouri. He went to work at Montgomery Wards for a short period time and met the love of his life Lucy Dora Magee. After starting his career at Sheffield Steel, he married Lucy McGee and they were married for 67 years. When he started work at Sheffield Steel he was given a new nickname of Doc which stayed with him the rest of his life. Later, Sheffield Steel was named Armco Steel where he worked for 37 years and retired as a foreman in 1982. He also joined The Kansas City Masonic Lodge Temple in 1955. Doc was a loving and devoted husband, father, relative and friend. His ability to connect with all kinds of people was exceptional. His welcoming smile invited others into his life and was a trait everyone remembers about him. Doc loved being around people and cherished friendships. His ability to appreciate others and to share this appreciation set him apart from most people. He was also an ardent sports fan which included his son’s softball team, the Kansas City Royals, and the Kansas City Chiefs. His devotion of sports was also evident, as a fan, at his grandchildren and great grandchildren of various sports. Doc was a self-made carpenter which allow him to build and refurbish multiple homes. He had a strong work ethic all of his life which allowed him to enjoy his job, his daily life at home, and his retirement. Last, but certainly not least, was his daily concern, devotion, and love of his family throughout his life. Doc will be deeply missed by all that knew him, but his welcoming smile will always be with those that knew him. Doc is survived by one son, Jerry (Sandy) of Blue Springs, MO; one daughter, Cindy (Andy) Mitchell of Independence, MO; Three grandchildren, Jackie of Charlotte, NC, Eric (Jennifer) Mitchell of Blue Springs, MO, and Shawn Mitchell of Fort Smith Arkansas. Four great grandchildren, Brendan, Ashlyn, Jade and Raegan. One brother, William, of Independence, MO and many nieces and nephews and other relatives through Missouri, Texas, Oklahoma, Arkansas, and Maryland. The family wishes to express their appreciation to Kansas City Hospice and Palliative Care and the staff and administration at the Village of Jackson Creek in Independence, Missouri. Due to the current coronavirus pandemic, a visitation or memorial service will not be held. There will be a Celebration of Life. The family will notify family, relatives and friends when it’s determined it’s safe for everyone to attend. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests a donation be made to Kansas City Hospice and Palliative Care @ 1500 Meadow Lake Parkway, Suite 200, Kansas City, Missouri 64114