Alton Davis Cooley

September 7, 1949 - August 22, 2020

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Shadowlawn Cemetery

112 Oak Lane

LaGrange, GA 30241

Saturday 8/29, 11:00 am

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Shadowlawn Cemetery

112 Oak Lane

LaGrange, GA 30241

Alton Cooley
Pickens,, SC

Alton Davis Cooley, 70, of Pickens, South Carolina, died Saturday, August 22, 2020 at his home.. Born in LaGrange, GA, he was the son of the late Radney C. and Ernestine Davis Cooley. He was a U.S. Army Veteran and proudly served his country during the Vietnam War with the 1st Air Calvary and the 25th infantry division- He was awarded numerous commendations, including the Bronze Star. He was a retired plant manager with Mountville Mills in LaGrange. He was a member of East Side Baptist Church in Liberty, SC. He was a sports enthusiast and was a Georgia Tech and Philadelphia Phillies fan.

He was survived by two sons, Rocky Cooley(Kristi), of Easley, SC, Buck Cooley(Brittany), of Lagrange, GA; grandsons Case and Riggs Cooley of LaGrange, GA; and a brother, Stanley Cooley (Renee) of Cumming, GA, and several cousins.

In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by a son, Lincoln Cooley and a brother, Gary Cooley.

A graveside service only will be held on Saturday August 29 at 11am at Shadowlawn Cemetery in LaGrange, GA.

In lieu of flowers, he wanted you to thank a soldier and fly the American Flag proudly.

Online Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.libertymortuary.com . Liberty Mortuary and Cremation Services are handling arrangements.

Shadowlawn Cemetery

112 Oak Lane

LaGrange, GA 30241

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Saturday 8/29, 11:00 am

Shadowlawn Cemetery

112 Oak Lane

LaGrange, GA 30241

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Alton Cooley Pickens,, SC Alton Davis Cooley, 70, of Pickens, South Carolina, died Saturday, August 22, 2020 at his home.. Born in LaGrange, GA, he was the son of the late Radney C. and Ernestine Davis Cooley. He was a U.S. Army Veteran and proudly served his country during the Vietnam War with the 1stContinue Reading

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I served with Alton in Vietnam in '70 and '71. While we didn't hang out together, he made an impression on me. He was exceptionally kind, and the fastest typist, by far, I've ever seen. I would marvel at how his fingers moved like a sewing machine across a keyboard. But mostly, his gentle nature is what made him so unforgettable. I'm saddened at his passing, and wish I'd had the chance to meet up with him here in Georgia, where I also live.

I am so sorry to hear that Alton is gone.:cry: Alton and I use to play together almost daily. We would make up all kinds of games. (He had a great imagination):wink::smile: I think of him on his birthday every year. I love him dearly. I am very thankful that we were good friends.

Windwood Apartments would like to send our condolences to the family. We enjoyed him being a part of our community and he will be greatly missed. We will continue to keep your family in our prayers and ask that God bring you peace.

Dear Rocky, Buck and family, I am so sorry to learn of your father's passing. He had a good heart and he will be missed dearly. My Deepest Sympathies, David Hart

I am so sorry. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. I worked with Alton many years at Mountville Mills. He was a good man.

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Rocky and family. We are so sorry to hear about Alton. Pat was remembering how he loved Jack and even brought to church. Jack got out of car one Sun when Pat on security; Jack went back in car so easy for him. Also your dad would start calling ‘Big Jack’ when he left church building & walked to car. They loved each other. So sweet. Remember the good times!! Pat & Kathy Grant Easley, SC

I am so sorry we have lost a great one we loved this man as a great friend and will miss our phone calls every week. Praying for family

Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.