Christopher Neal Cooper, 68, of Golden Valley, AZ passed away Feb. 7, 2025 in Las Vegas, NV from complications of a neck injury. Chris was born Jan. 7, 1957 to Clifford and Betty Cooper. He graduated from Lee’s Summit High School in 1975.

Proceeding him in death was his brother, Larry Cooper of Lee’s Summit, MO. Chris is survived by his loving wife, Faye Cooper of Golden Valley, AZ and his sister, Marilyn Rowan of Blue Springs, MO.

He will be remembered as a loving husband, stepfather and Uncle Buffalo to his family. Chris enjoyed sharing his research of genealogy, history and archaeology. A private family service will be held at the Higginsville Missouri Veterans Cemetery this spring.