Jason Burr Cooper
March 17, 1970 ~ January 19, 2017
Jason Burr Cooper, age 46, of Madison, Ohio, passed away Thursday, January 19, 2017 at Cardinal Woods Skilled Nursing and Rehab Center. He was born March 17, 1970 in Willoughby to Judson Burr and Nancy Jane (Linton) Cooper.
Jason was a great skier, but at 16 he was involved in a car accident and experienced a traumatic brain injury which left him paralyzed. Upon recovery he developed a most beautiful smile, and it looked like God smiling right through him. His caregivers would tell him, "We just came by here to see if we can get a smile from you Jason." And through his hardship, he encouraged others. One could tell by his expressions that he knew what was going on, and that God was with him.
He is survived by his parents; brother, Tyler Cooper; aunts Phyllis Niebes, Laurel Linton; uncle, Mark (Joyce) Linton; special family friend, Thomas "Flake" Vannoy; and many loving cousins.
Friends will be received 12-1pm Wed. January 25, 2017, at The Behm Family Funeral Home, 26 River Street, Madison, Ohio. A Funeral service will follow at 1pm, celebrated by Pastor Kelly Irish.
Final Resting Place will be Western Reserve Memorial Gardens in Chesterland.
The family would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to the staff at Cardinal Woods for the wonderful care given to Jason.
Contributions may be made in Jason's name to St. Anne's Anglican Church, 2300 Hubbard Road, Madison, OH 44057 or Cardinal Wood's Activities Department, 6831 Chapel Road, Madison, OH 44057.
Friends may leave condolences online at www.behmfuneral.com
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I want to send to you my deepest sympathy. Losing a child is never easy no matter what the circumstances may be. Please know that God understands and cares for your feelings; He too lost his son, Jesus Christ. Soon He is going to do away with all suffering, pain and death, as brought out at Revelation 21:4. We can also look to the marvelous hope at John 5:28, 29, which promises us that we will see our dear loved ones, once again, here on earth. I do hope you find comfort in this.
Sorry to hear about your loss. I cannot say I know how you feel because each person grieve in there own way, each person is different in how they grieve. As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to find comfort in the love and support of family and friends. Pslam 34:19
It was a privilege to have known and worked with Jay over the years and to witness the devotion of his family and caregivers. Please accept my sincere condolences.
I'm so sorry for your loss. Flake talked about Jay a lot. I'm sending love and condolences to the Cooper family.
I am so sorry for your loss. Jay did have a wonderful smile! I remember times I had visited him, I could see Jesus reflected in him. I pray that you all would be comforted by God's supernatural peace during this time..knowing that Jay is with Jesus.
I send my love and condolences to the Cooper family. Jason had a spirit and smile that was infectious and he will always remain in my heart. Love Vicki
It was a pleasure knowing jay and his family over the years and having the privilege to care for him. He was such a sweet soul who everyone loved!!!! RIP jay you will be missed deeply!!!!
To Jason's family: I am so sorry for your loss. I worked with Jason at VGC/Deepwood 12 years ago. I always enjoyed working with him. His sweet personality and sense of humor were always appreciated and made my work days brighter and more enjoyable. You are in my prayers.
Nancy,
I'm sorry for your loss. I was Jason's caregiver for couple years in Madison. You know that he always held a place in my heart. May God be with you and your family.
With Sympathy,
Robyn Lindsay