Earl Cooper, 78 of Pine Bluff, Arkansas transitioned from Labor to Reward on Wednesday, April 10, 2024 at Trinity Village- Pine Bluff. Earl Louis Cooper was born on March 19th,1946, to Timothy Cooper, Jr. and Jane Arvesta Danner in Prattsville, AR. He embraced Christianity early in life and maintained his membership at Greater Mount Calvary in Pine Bluff, AR. Earl Cooper's life was marked by a profound passion for music. From an early age, he immersed himself in the world of music, mastering the bass guitar. He was not only a talented musician but also a gifted singer and songwriter. For over three decades, Earl dedicated himself to a career as a commercial truck driver, demonstrating resilience and commitment in his profession. However, his true calling lay in music. As the lead bass guitarist for Mutha's Funkk, he met his beloved wife, Angelia Cooper. Together, they embarked on a musical journey that led to the formation of the family gospel group, The True Gospelaires of Pine Bluff, AR. Earl, Angelia, and their family traveled all over the south and midwest spreading gospel through music. Earl's musical talents also extended to his service as a bass guitarist at Greater Mount Calvary Baptist Church. He is preceded in death by his parents, Jane Arvesta Danner and Timothy Cooper, Jr.; his devoted wife of 40 years, Angelia Cooper; his brothers, Doyle Danner of Hot Springs, AR, and Kenneth Danner of Benton, AR; and his daughters, Earlina Yvette Counts of Little Rock, AR, and Marnetta Belin-Watts of Pine Bluff, AR. He is survived by his daughters: Stephanie Belin of Pine Bluff, AR, Tangelia Gilbert of Pine Bluff, AR, and Erica Cooper Wilson of Long Beach, CA; his sons: Rodney (Tammy) Belin of Pine Bluff, AR and David (Kai) Grey of Michigan. In his passing, he leaves behind his sisters: Sharon Clegg of Prattsville, AR, Rhonda (Lewis) Parr, Doris Fielder of Malvern, AR, and Vickie Tatum of Little Rock, AR; his brothers: James Danner of Hot Springs, AR, Jewel (Lewis) Danner of Gurdon, AR, and Cornelius Danner of Hot Springs, AR and a host of grandchildren, nieces, nephews, other family and friends. Earl Louis Cooper's legacy will forever resonate in the hearts of those who knew him. May he find eternal peace in the embrace of the divine. PARDON ME FOR NOT GETTING UP Oh dear, if you're reading this right now, I must have given up the ghost. I hope you can forgive me for being Such a stiff and unwelcoming host. Just talk amongst yourself my friends, And share a toast or two. For I am sure you will remember well How I loved to drink with you. Don't worry about mourning me, I was never easy to offend. Feel free to share a story at my expense And we'll have a good laugh at the end. Anon Samuel L. Vance & Sons Funeral Directors " The Epitome of Service " Visitation Saturday, April 13, 2024 4:30 PM Davis Creek Baptist Church 192 Grant County Road 447 Prattsville, AR 72129