Kirikos Family Funeral Home, Inc | Truth or Consequences, NM

Obituary For Jim Cosper

James “Jim” Richard Cosper, 99, a resident of Arrey, NM, died at Fort Bayard Medical Center in Santa Clara, NM on Tuesday, October 4, 2022. He was born on April 6, 1923, in Eakly, OK to James Loyd and Florence (Yearwood) Cosper. James, being twice blessed, was reared by his second mother, Mary Dunn Cosper, after his mother, Florence, passed away when he was two years old. Jim served during World War II in the U.S. Army and was a combat Veteran in the European Theatre. He moved to New Mexico in 1949 from Oklahoma. He later lived in California, Utah and Nevada before returning to New Mexico. James also worked for the N.M. State Highway Department for several years. Later, he and his wife, Doris, became self-employed owning several businesses in Arrey, NM which include R. K. Tackle, Arrey Hardware, the Arrey Café, and a worm farm.

Survivors include several dearly loved nieces and nephews; grandson, Michael Jones and granddaughter, Kim James (Bryan); 3/Great-Grandsons; 1/Great-Granddaughter; and 1/Great-Great-Grandson.

He was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Doris (Williams) Cosper; sisters – Ethelda Lawless and Virginia Scott (Delmer); brothers – Buddy Cosper (Darma) and Lilburn Cosper (Darla); sons, Richard Cosper and David Cosper (Burline); daughters – Cynthia Riddle (Buzz) and Sandra Jones (Gary); and granddaughter, Rhonda Phillips (Mike).

Visitation for family and friends will be held on Friday, October 14, 2022, from 4:00 P.M. to 6:00 P.M. at the Kirikos Family Funeral Home Chapel.

A Graveside Service will be held at the Garden of Memories Cemetery in Hatch, NM on Saturday, October 15, 2022, at 10:30 A.M. officiated by Mr. Bill West with Military Honors.

Guest Book

J.R. WAS MY UNCLE AND I ALWAYS THOUGHT OF HIM AS A GREAT MAN, I WISH THAT HE HAD MADE IT TO 100,I THINK HE REALLY TRIED. WOULD LIKE TI HAVE HAD MORE TIME TO VISIT WITH HIM.. GARY'S BROTHER HAROLD

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Geri, you were the rock that held us all together as we took care of Uncle Jim. He was the cat's pajamas for entertainment and keeping his care givers jumping. He thrived on it and lived longer because of you and your crew. It was my joy to be a part of that. I'll always remember his wonderful stories of when he was with General Patton and he drove the jeep off the cliff. And all the other stories. So sad to think of losing those guys with the stories of WW 2. I cherish the picture of the fishermen and can see him telling the biggest fish story of all of them. Love you all, Susan - Ambercare Hospice

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I so appreciate the history you shared-priceless stories! I will miss eating Nutty Buddies with you ! Bobbie with the motorcycle car.

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So long Jim ..........Ken.........

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