John Alfred Coopman

It is with profound sadness and loving hearts that we announce the passing of John Coopman into the arms of his lord and saviour.

Predeceased by his parents, Buster and Jenny, John is leaves behind his wife of 60 years Sharon (Shearing), sons, Todd (Tara), Brett (Meaghan). Proud Bop to grandsons Jordan, Joel, Blake, Jake, and Brady. John is also survived by his sisters Carol and Joanne, his brother Michael and many nieces and nephews.

John proudly retired from John Deere Welland Works following a 30 year career to then embark on another fulsome career with the Fort Erie Racetrack.

John was a very active member both as an athlete and an executive member for Fort Erie men's baseball, minor baseball and minor hockey. John enjoyed giving back to the community by providing funds to St. George's food bank and providing bicycles to the Broken Spoke Program, which was a cause near and dear to John's heart.

John had a remarkable memory and a knack for telling stories with great detail. If you happened to meet John in your travels, you always left with his signature life saver which is a gesture that will forever be missed.

Benner Funeral Services, 1105 Benner Ave., Fort Erie entrusted with arrangements. The family will receive friends on Wednesday Oct 14 from 2-4 and 6-8. Funeral Services will be held on Thursday at First United Church Sherkston 5244 Highway 3, Sherkston, Ontario at 11 a.m..

In lieu of flowers donations to St. George's Food Bank or The Broken Spoke Program in John's memory would be appreciated.