John Cooper, 78, of Hacker St. in Kane, PA passed away Tuesday (Dec. 6) at UPMC-Kane.  

He was born on Oct. 5, 1944 in Columbus, OH, the son of the late John and Vera (VanWuyckhuyse ) Cooper.  On Aug. 23, 1975, in Webster, NY, he married Beth Pearce, who survives.

Mr. Cooper had worked as a nurse for several years and had also been employed by Tops Market.  He served in the Coast Guard and was a member of the DAV.  John enjoyed his morning crossword puzzles and reading.  He was a history and sports buff and was also a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints.

In addition to his wife, he is survived by a son, Robert (Leslie) Cooper of Palatka, FL; two granddaughters, Jasmine Lydic and Sadie Cooper; a grandson Liam Cooper and one sister, Laurie (Bruce) Yanz of Webster, NY.

He was preceded in death by his parents; one daughter, Lindy Cristin Lydic and one brother Todd Cooper.

Services will be held at the convenience of the family.

Memorial donations may be made to the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, 1159 Shelby Summit Rd, Ridgway, PA  15853, the McKean County SPCA, 80 Glenwood Ave. Bradford, PA 16701 or the American Cancer Society.

Online condolences can be expressed at www.cummingsfh.com.

The Cummings Funeral Home, Inc. is in charge of services.