Gerry Thomas Cooper (Pete) age 67, passed on October 18, 2019 while visiting his sister in Casa Grande, AZ. He was born in Jackson, TN to the parents of Gerald and Dorothy Sharp Cooper. He was a professional driver and retired from Fed Ex Freight in 2013. He also served in the U.S. Army National Guard from October 1970-June 1976. Gerry was a fun-loving practical joker even through the early stages of his illness. Pete enjoyed his hobbies of fishing and camping, golf, and woodworking. He is survived by his wife of 48 years Marilyn Davis Cooper of Humboldt, TN; one son, Joel (Robin) Cooper of Humboldt, TN; one daughter, Susan (Damon) Pierce of Jackson, TN; along with three granddaughters, Kenlee Austin-Cooper, Kelsey and Heather Pierce; and one sister, Betty (Don) Roberts of Casa Grande, AZ. Pallbearers to serve are Terry Warren, Zach Davis, Chad Davis, Neil Hopper, Jerry Coln, and Mike Perry. SERVICES: The family will be receiving friends on Wednesday, October 23, 2019 from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Arrington Funeral Directors. A Funeral Service will be held on Thursday, October 24, 2019 at 1:00 p.m. with Bro. Randy Kea officiating. Burial will follow in Ridgecrest Cemetery in Jackson, TN. Arrington Funeral Directors, 148 W. University Parkway, 731-668-1111 www.arringtonfuneralgroup.com Visitation Wednesday, October 23, 2019 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM Arrington Funeral Directors 148 W University Pkwy Jackson, Tennessee - 38305 Funeral Service 148 W University Pkwy Jackson, Tennessee 38305 United States