Jerald Lee Cooper, age 54 of Sanford, passed away on Tuesday (11/28/2023) at Central Carolina Hospital in Sanford.  He was born on April 5, 1969, son of the late Ollie James Cooper and Maggie Mozelle Cockman Cooper.  He was preceded in death by his parents, and sisters, Theresa Kay Thomas and Patty Lorraine Rivera.  A celebration of life service will be held at a later date.  Surviving is his wife, Rhonda Gay Everett Cooper of the home.  Daughter, Emily Anne Cooper Price of Cameron; Sons, James Ray Cooper of Cameron, NC and Jackson Cooper of Cameron, NC.  Step-sons, Chris Zacharias, Casey Zacharias and Jessie Zacharias; Sister, Joyce Sue Williams (Willie) of Sanford, NC; Brothers, John D. Cooper (Susan) of Olivia, NC,  James E. Cooper of Burgaw, NC and nine grandchildren.  Online condolences can be made at www.smithfuneralhomebroadway.com Arrangements are by the Smith Funeral Home of Broadway.