Born on May 2nd, 1941, Barbara E. Cooper passed away peacefully on September 22nd, 2026 at the age of 85 in Inverness, FL. A beacon of kindness and generosity, Barbara was deeply involved in her community and was an avid volunteer and advocate for helping the homeless. Some of the organizations she was affiliated with include: GFWC Inverness, Citrus Four and More (founding member), Too Far, the Citrus County Historical Society, Camera and Photography Club, and the Plarning Club (founding member). Barbara held many positions over the years and led fundraising events that helped these organizations thrive. In her spare time, she enjoyed hobbies such as water fitness at Whispering Pines Pool, sewing, gardening, traveling, photography, and cooking. Her curiosity for life and exploration led her on many adventures and she was always the first in line to try something new. Barbara was a loving mother and grandmother, whose caring nature extended beyond her family to all those she encountered. She leaves behind a legacy of love and dedication to her husband Gary Cooper, daughters Karen Outtrim and Karen Scarbourgh, son Brian Outtrim, step-daughters Michelle Reno and Joelle Cooper, step-son Daniel Cooper, granddaughters Abigail Outtrim and Maryn Reno, and grandson Braden Cooper. Barbara was one of five siblings who included: Michael Colgan (deceased), Patricia Migliori (deceased), James Colgan, and Chris Colgan.
There will be a celebration of life held at Chas. E. Davis Funeral Home in Inverness on Saturday October 17th from 10 a.m.- 12 p.m. All those who knew Barbara and were touched by her spirit of giving, are welcome to attend. Her life and contributions will be remembered fondly by all who knew her, and she will be deeply missed, but never forgotten.
In lieu of flowers, donations in her honor should be sent to the GFWC Women’s Club of Inverness, an organization dear to her heart. Arrangements are in the care of Chas. E. Davis Funeral Home with Cremation Care, Inverness.
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My deepest condolences to Gary, Karen, Brian, and Abby on the loss of Barbara. She was truly one of a kind, full of life and always finding a reason to celebrate it. I like to think she’s up there now making my dad some of her famous chipped beef dip that he loved so much. ❤️ Barbara knew how to have fun, bring people together, and make life worth celebrating. That’s how I’ll always remember her.
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