October 9, 2026, 79, Goldsboro, NC — Peter Cooper, 79, passed away on October 9th, 2026. He was born to the late Sherman and Phyllis Cooper. A lifelong resident of North Haven Island, Maine, Peter spent his final months in the loving care of his son, Gabriel Cooper, and Gabriel’s family in Goldsboro, North Carolina. Born to the late Sherman and Phyllis Cooper. Peter is survived by his wife of 55 years Sarah Hurd Cooper. His large extended family, including his siblings and their spouses: David Cooper (Roberta), Cheryl Beaverage (Raymond), Kathrine Quinn (Paul), Candace Brown (Jimmy), Harold Cooper (Faye), Rebecca Parsons (John), Timothy Cooper, Victor Cooper, Wendy Cooper, and Tammy Webb (Edwin). Along with his brother-in-law Guy Hurd (Fiona). He also leaves behind his son, Gabriel Cooper (Jennifer); two grandchildren, Lauren Otellio (Joseph) and Isaak Cooper; and his cherished great-grandchildren, Jacob Otellio, Teagan Cooper, Emberlyn Cooper, Greyson Otellio, and Evalynn Otellio, along with several nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, Peter was preceded in death by his brother Victor Cooper.
He was a lifelong resident of North Haven Island, Maine before being cared for by his son Gabriel Cooper and family for the last few months. Peter served his country in the United States Army during the Vietnam War and was awarded a Purple Heart. After returning home, he worked alongside his father-in-law in the family plumbing business, serving residents throughout the island. Following his retirement from plumbing, he became the head of the island’s transfer station. Peter was funny, strong-willed, loyal, and loving, and he never hesitated to share his thoughts. He treated everyone with the same respect. If you were fortunate enough to hear one of his stories, you were sure to have a smile on your face. Peter was truly one of a kind and will be greatly missed by all who were fortunate enough to know him. A celebration of life will be held in North Haven, Maine, at a later date. The family would like to thank hospitals PenBay Medical and Maine Medical, his nurse, Chassidy Lee, and Gentiva Hospice Care for the love and care they provided.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Peter’s honor to the American Legion Post #33. (30 Main Street, North Haven, Maine 04853)
Shumate-Faulk Funeral Home and Crematory are honored to serve the Cooper family.
, 79, passed away on October 9th, 2026. He was born to the late Sherman and Phyllis Cooper. A lifelong resident of North Haven Island, Maine, Peter spent his final months in the loving care of his son, Gabriel Cooper, and Gabriel’s family in Goldsboro, North Carolina. Born to the late Sherman and Phyllis Cooper. Peter is survived by his wife of 55 years Sarah Hurd Cooper. His large extended family, including his siblings and their spouses: David Cooper (Roberta), Cheryl Beaverage (Raymond), Kathrine Quinn (Paul), Candace Brown (Jimmy), Harold Cooper (Faye), Rebecca Parsons (John), Timothy Cooper, Victor Cooper, Wendy Cooper, and Tammy Webb (Edwin). Along with his brother-in-law Guy Hurd (Fiona). He also leaves behind his son, Gabriel Cooper (Jennifer); two grandchildren, Lauren Otellio (Joseph) and Isaak Cooper; and his cherished great-grandchildren, Jacob Otellio, Teagan Cooper, Emberlyn Cooper, Greyson Otellio, and Evalynn Otellio, along with several nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, Peter was preceded in death by his brother Victor Cooper.
He was a lifelong resident of North Haven Island, Maine before being cared for by his son Gabriel Cooper and family for the last few months. Peter served his country in the United States Army during the Vietnam War and was awarded a Purple Heart. After returning home, he worked alongside his father-in-law in the family plumbing business, serving residents throughout the island. Following his retirement from plumbing, he became the head of the island’s transfer station. Peter was funny, strong-willed, loyal, and loving, and he never hesitated to share his thoughts. He treated everyone with the same respect. If you were fortunate enough to hear one of his stories, you were sure to have a smile on your face. Peter was truly one of a kind and will be greatly missed by all who were fortunate enough to know him. A celebration of life will be held in North Haven, Maine, at a later date. The family would like to thank hospitals PenBay Medical and Maine Medical, his nurse, Chassidy Lee, and Gentiva Hospice Care for the love and care they provided.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Peter’s honor to the American Legion Post #33. (30 Main Street, North Haven, Maine 04853)
Shumate-Faulk Funeral Home and Crematory are honored to serve the Cooper family.
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