In Celebration of

Burton James Cooper

January 17, 1970 - April 9, 2017

On April 9, 2017, at the age of 47, Burton peacefully passed away due to unexpected medical complications at the Ottawa Hospital in Ottawa, Ontario. He is survived by his loving spouse Cathy Desabrais. His mother Nadia (Doug) Oksana Holmes (nee Hardock) and father Raymond Rankin Cooper (Lillian) of Pembroke, siblings Raymond, Bob (Lisa), Donna Hayes (Chris) and his nieces and nephews Dylan, Valerie, Richard, Suzanne, Shelby and Karly.

His family and friends will always remember Burton as a fun loving, helpful, caring and gentle person. The family wishes to thank the staff and volunteers of the Ottawa Hospital – Civic Campus, for the compassionate care they provided.

Friends are invited to Beechwood, Funeral, Cemetery and Cremation Services (280 Beechwood Avenue, Ottawa) for a Celebration of Burt’s life on Saturday, April 29, 2017 at 10 a.m., followed by a Reception. Interment to take place, privately at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Ottawa Hospital Foundation.

Guestbook

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Carmelina (Friend)

Entered April 12, 2017 from Ottawa

Cathy and family,
Our deepest sincerest sympathys to you and the whole family! my memories of Burt are from high school and that's what I will remember! May he rest in peace
Carmelina Bentivoglio

Christine Carroll (Friend of Bob and Lisa)

Entered April 12, 2017 from Casselman, Ontario

My deepest condolences for your loss to your whole family Bob. Much too young. Love u guys. Big hugs and kisses

Carolyn Cooper (Cousin)

Entered April 12, 2017 from Ottawa

My Mother Carol Cooper,Sister in-law to Raymond Cooper Sr,and myself will be attending the celebration of Burt Coopers' life.

carolyn cooper (Cousin)

Entered April 12, 2017 from Ottawa

Burt,although we have not been in touch over the years,I remember you fondly growing up and doing family events together, i will miss you because you ARE family,RIP Burt.

Sandra (Friend of Cathy's)

Entered April 13, 2017

Very sad to hear of the loss of a very caring, gentle man whom I've had the opportunity of meeting through Cathy on numerous occasions. My thoughts and prayers are with Cathy and Burton's family during this difficult time.