Mr. James Ernest "Ernie" Cooper, of Pelham, passed away on Sunday, April 14, 2013 at the age of 77. He was a retired car salesman for most of his life. He is survived by his sons, Jimmy and Johnny Cooper; caregiver and long time friend, Debra Lay; a sister, Lou Cox; a brother, Earl (Virginia) Cooper; one grandson and several nieces and nephews. The family will receive friends on Wednesday, April 17, 2014 from 10 AM to 12 Noon at Currie-Jefferson Funeral Home. Graveside service will be at 1 PM at Patton Chapel Cemetery with Bro. Jeffery Cox officiating.