Herbert James Cooper JR
May 6, 1945 ~ January 29, 2025
Resided in:
Lawrenceville, Ga
Herbert James Cooper Jr., born on May 6, 1945, in Boise, Idaho, passed away on January 29, 2025, at the age of 79. A resident of Lawrenceville, Georgia, Jim was a beloved husband, brother-in-law, uncle, and friend. People called him Cooper, Jim or Mr. Jim.
After graduating with a degree in cosmetology, Jim served his country as an air traffic controller in the United States Air Force from January 1967 to 1971, including two years stationed in Vietnam. Following his military service, he managed hair salons for Gimble’s and Rich’s before pursuing a successful career as a hairstylist, working at Rich’s and then Macy’s before transitioning to private salons.
Jim was a man of many passions. He loved to travel, solve crossword puzzles, garden, and cook. His culinary skills were renowned among family and friends. He was known for his love, stubbornness, caring nature, stylish demeanor, kindness, thoughtfulness, and devotion. He made his family, and friends feel loved and cared for.
From 1980 to 1996, Jim was an active member of the Atlanta Top and Dance Center, performing regularly around Atlanta. A skilled ballroom dancer, he graced many events with his dance partner, Linda Robinson. He also shared his passion for dance by teaching tap at the Kennesaw School of Dance and Cobb Dance Academy for many years.
Jim was preceded in death by his father, Herbert J. Cooper Sr.; mother, Gertrude Fitton Cooper; brother, Kenneth Cooper; and mother-in-law, Eleanor Wingert. He is survived by his loving spouse, David J. Wingert; sister-in-law, Linda M. Cooper; nephews, Kenneth J. Cooper (and his wife Tracy) and Todd W. Cooper; niece, Tara L. Bittle (and her husband Josh); grand-nieces, Emily E. Cooper (and her husband John) and Lily J. Cooper G.; grand-nephew, Wesley C. Cooper; great-grand-nephew, Theodore B. Tarchich; cousins, Barbara J. Smith (sister-in-law), Thomas E. Wingert (brother-in-law), Nicole C. Smith (niece-in-law), and Chester Lindsay (and his wife Karen); as well as numerous other in-laws, dear friends, and former clients.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to the Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis (IPF) Foundation. Donations can be made online at https://ipffoundation.org/donate.
Jim’s warmth, talent, and unwavering devotion to his loved ones will be deeply missed by all who had the privilege of knowing him.
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Mr Jim was my tap teacher for many years. After he stopped teaching tap, he was my hair dresser. Then became one of my good friends. Actually I called him my second dad because my dad has passed away! I was able to spend time with David and Mr Jim for the last several years doing dinners! I also got to spend the last several months with him! I was there right before he passed away and I will always remember that. Mr Jim was caring, thoughtful, kind, and an amazing man! I will truly miss him everyday! Love you Mr. Jim! Fly high!!!
Jim was my daughters’ tap teacher as well as my hairdresser for several years. Jim’s kind and patient demeanor and talent with his dance students was remarkable. As a friend, I enjoyed his dry humor and friendship. I always referred to him as Gentleman Jim because he always conducted himself with such class. He will be missed. Rest in peace dear friend. ♥️
I was honored to call him brother -in-law,& to have spent time with him and David the last few weeks of his life. He is,& will continue to be missed by all who knew him. Our trips won’t be the same without him.
were able to spend at lunch and at his salon. Rest is peace dear Jim. I’ll always remember you fondly..
Len Hermanns Jr
February 20, 2025
RIP Jim. Will always remember the good times we had as teenagers growing up in Willow Grove, PA. We were best friends in HS and until we both went in the military in the mid 60’s. Good times in Ocean City, NJ staying at my grandparents house in the summer on weekends. Jim, you will always be missed by all who knew you.
Len
I had the delight of knowing Jim during his years with Atlanta tap center, when we were both members of the company. He was a consummate artist and a gentleman!