Col. Jeff Cooper very ill

ExSoldier · September 13th, 2006, 02:15 AM

Jeff Cooper

Posted on 09/13/2006 12:41:42 AM EDT

I have seen alerts on other forums that Jeff Cooper is in Intensive Care.

Quote:
Jeff Cooper is in extremely grave condition at this hour. Previously hospitalized for possible surgery, he suffered a heart attack and was revived in the hospital.

The heart muscle suffered serious damage.

It was posted at 19:28 hours EDT. on Free Republic

Folks this is an American icon in the world of combat pistolcraft. I have exchanged a number of letters with this man over the years. He founded the American Pistol Institute in 1973. It later became known as GunSite. I think of him as an original American. The epitome of the Rugged Individualist. Prayers for God's will. COL Cooper is in his 90's.

lowflyer · September 13th, 2006, 02:25 AM

It sucks for anybody to be in that condition. My prayers are with him and his family.

Interesting link:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jeff_Cooper_(colonel)

ELCruisr · September 13th, 2006, 07:27 AM

A man whose work and ideas have probably empowered more people to stay alive than many walking the earth today. Prayers go out for him.

RSSZ · September 13th, 2006, 08:47 AM

As always, my best wishes to Mr. Cooper for a quick recovery.

I have not always agreed with his way of thinkin' but I would say that he has done as much for the shooting(especially pistol) sports as Elmer Kieth and the like.

Best wishes sir. --------

hsuCowboy98 · September 13th, 2006, 09:37 AM

A very unique Man. Ill be praying for him.

dimmak · September 13th, 2006, 09:48 AM

Praying for his and his family....

CopperKnight · September 13th, 2006, 10:43 AM

Sad to hear. He is a man who has earned the respect afforded him.

Blackhawk6 · September 13th, 2006, 11:28 AM

Sad news to be sure.

Tangle · September 13th, 2006, 11:40 AM

I'm sorry to hear that. I have had the opportunity to visit with Mr. Cooper in his home and he autographed two of his books I had with me.

He's had a long, good life; I'm just not ready for him to go, but we all will have our time. This may be his. I'm gonna miss him.

P95Carry · September 13th, 2006, 11:49 AM

''Our Jeff'' has probably now reached the end of his very long and effective journey thru life - I am just being realistic, however much I would and do wish him a full recovery.

Sadly he is no less mortal than any of us but it would sure be great if he was always there for future generations to come. They don't make em like that any more!

On his way he has been a bright star for most in the shooting community - an invaluable resource and commentator. Thanks Jeff - you are in many thoughts.

September 13th, 2006, 02:15 AM	#1
ExSoldier VIP Member Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Coral Gables, FL Posts: 4,236	Jeff Cooper (The Father of American Pistolcraft) Jeff Cooper Posted on 09/13/2006 12:41:42 AM EDT I have seen alerts on other forums that Jeff Cooper is in Intensive Care. Quote: Jeff Cooper is in extremely grave condition at this hour. Previously hospitalized for possible surgery, he suffered a heart attack and was revived in the hospital. The heart muscle suffered serious damage. It was posted at 19:28 hours EDT. on Free Republic Folks this is an American icon in the world of combat pistolcraft. I have exchanged a number of letters with this man over the years. He founded the American Pistol Institute in 1973. It later became known as GunSite. I think of him as an original American. The epitome of the Rugged Individualist. Prayers for God's will. COL Cooper is in his 90's. __________________ Former Infantry Captain; 20 yrs as an NRA Certified Instructor; Avid practitioner of the martial art: KLIK-PAO.

September 13th, 2006, 02:25 AM	#2
lowflyer Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Middle Earth Posts: 1,162	It sucks for anybody to be in that condition. My prayers are with him and his family. Interesting link: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jeff_Cooper_(colonel) __________________ Whatever doesn't kill you postpones the inevitable. Last edited by lowflyer; September 13th, 2006 at 02:32 AM..

September 13th, 2006, 07:27 AM	#3
ELCruisr Distinguished Member Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Central FL Posts: 1,901	A man whose work and ideas have probably empowered more people to stay alive than many walking the earth today. Prayers go out for him. __________________ If you stand up and be counted, from time to time you may get yourself knocked down. But remember this: A man flattened by an opponent can get up again. A man flattened by conformity stays down for good. ~ Thomas J. Watson, Jr.

September 13th, 2006, 09:37 AM	#5
hsuCowboy98 Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Texas Posts: 1,023	A very unique Man. Ill be praying for him. __________________ Fear No Evil.

September 13th, 2006, 09:48 AM	#6
dimmak Distinguished Member Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: TN Posts: 1,755	Praying for his and his family.... __________________ "Ray Nagin is a colossal disappointment" - NRA/ILA Executive Director Chris W. Cox. "...be water, my friend."

September 13th, 2006, 08:47 AM	#4
RSSZ Distinguished Member Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: USA Posts: 1,847	As always, my best wishes to Mr. Cooper for a quick recovery. I have not always agreed with his way of thinkin' but I would say that he has done as much for the shooting(especially pistol) sports as Elmer Kieth and the like. Best wishes sir. --------

September 13th, 2006, 10:43 AM	#7
CopperKnight Moderator Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Spokane area, WA Posts: 4,834	Sad to hear. He is a man who has earned the respect afforded him. __________________ Being happy doesn't mean everything's perfect, but that you've decided to see beyond the imperfections. The only thing that stops bad guys with guns is good guys with guns. SgtD

September 13th, 2006, 11:28 AM	#8
Blackhawk6 Member Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Southeast Posts: 370	Sad news to be sure.

September 13th, 2006, 11:40 AM	#9
Tangle Senior Moderator Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Chattanooga Posts: 6,001	I'm sorry to hear that. I have had the opportunity to visit with Mr. Cooper in his home and he autographed two of his books I had with me. He's had a long, good life; I'm just not ready for him to go, but we all will have our time. This may be his. I'm gonna miss him.

September 13th, 2006, 11:49 AM	#10
P95Carry Assistant Administrator Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: South West PA Posts: 25,407	''Our Jeff'' has probably now reached the end of his very long and effective journey thru life - I am just being realistic, however much I would and do wish him a full recovery. Sadly he is no less mortal than any of us but it would sure be great if he was always there for future generations to come. They don't make em like that any more! On his way he has been a bright star for most in the shooting community - an invaluable resource and commentator. Thanks Jeff - you are in many thoughts. __________________ Chris - P95 NRA Certified Instructor & NRA Life Member. "To own a gun and assume that you are armed is like owning a piano and assuming that you are a musician!." If a BG dies as the result of pointing a gun at me, then he has merely succumbed to an occupational hazard of being a thug

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