In loving memory of

Derek Matthew Cooper
February 16, 1983 - February 16, 2010

Derek Matthew Cooper, 27, of West Baden Springs, passed away Tuesday morning in Washington. Born November 30, 1982, he was the son of Anna Cooper and Arthur Wininger. He was a member of the Washington Eagles and the Full Gospel Church. Surviving is a son, Derek Michael Cooper of Washington; his mother, Anna Cooper of West Baden Springs; his father, Arthur Wininger of Martinsville; a brother, Andrew M. Cooper of Washington; his grandmother, Marie Cooper of Washington; and several aunts and uncles. He is preceded in death by his grandfather, Hilbert Cooper and his grandmother, Barbara Wininger. Funeral services will be at 8:00 p.m. Thursday at Ed Lee Mortuary. Burial will be private. Visitation will be 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. Thursday at the mortuary. Online condolences may be made at wwwedleemortuary.com.

Tributes

Derek Cooper Jr. - Washington ,In, IN - wrote on May 25, 2010:

"I Remember When It Was My First Birthday Party At Chuke Cheese's When I Was 1 Year Old...I Was Afraid Of Chuke And My Dad Told Me Everything Was Alright...So He TookuP To Meet Chuke...I was Just With My Dad The Day Before He Passed Away I Miss You Dad <3 Love Derek"

Andrew Cooper - Brother wrote on May 18, 2010:

"I love you derek. U will be missed my so many. You will remain in my heart and memories for the rest of my life. Love you"

brenda bateman wrote on Feb 26, 2010:

"andrew my thoughts are with you and your family,you have always been a part of our family and will always be we wish we could be with you in you time of need you and your family will be in our prayers if you need to talk just give me a call your 2nd mother brenda"

heather wrote on Feb 26, 2010:

"I'm so sorry for your lost. My thoughts and prayers are with you."

Zach and Mindy Wagner wrote on Feb 26, 2010:

"Anna, Words cannot express the pain that we know you are in. Stay positive, keep your head up, and remember that Derek is in a better place. Our sincere thoughts and prayers are with you during this trying time. If there is anything either of us can do for you, do not hesitate to ask. With Love, Zach and Mindy"

Junior Cissell wrote on Feb 26, 2010:

"Andrew So very sorry to hear about Dereck. Dustin told me about it this morning. Call me if you just want to talk. 812-691-3373 Junior and Vikki Cissell"

Barbara Cooper wrote on Feb 26, 2010:

"Anna,Andrew,and Grandma Cooper (and Lil Derek).I want you to kno, that in the short time that you had to get this together....The 8pm service tonight was beautiful! I will miss Derek, as well as my kids, may he rest in peace...."

Jeana Beaty wrote on Feb 26, 2010:

"Anna and Family my condolences to you all. My Grandmother called me with the news of Dereks passing. I just sat there in shock, Derek was a very sweet person, A good friend... He will dearly be missed.... Anna you and your family are in my prayrs Jeana"

Sherry Carpenter wrote on Feb 26, 2010:

"Anna I am so sorry for your loss. The last time I talked to you I remember you saying that Derek needed his meds and I didn't know he would go so fast. I know that you and your family have stood beside this boy thru thick and thin for he is your son and you truely loved him alot. I will be praying for you and your mom. Please contact me if you need to talk ok I really miss seeing you as a friend like so many years ago. my number is 812-259-2298. Call me anytime if you need to talk ok"

Tara Russell DeMoss wrote on Feb 26, 2010:

"Anna, Andrew and Little Derek, Me and Derek have been friends since we were little bitty kids and I am so sorry for your loss! My heart and prayers are with you! Derek will sadly be missed and will always be in my heart! You have lost a son, brother and daddy but heaven has gained an Angel!"