Jeffery Elijah Cooper Obituary in Richmond at Scotts Funeral Home

Obituary For Jeffery Elijah Cooper

Jeffery Elijah Jamaal Cooper, was born to Jeffery Cooper and Eunice Virginia Greene Cooper, who preceded him in death. He joined Pilgrim Journey Baptist Church at an early age. Jamaal was the youngest member of Pilgrim Journey Baptist Church when the church relocated to is current site. Jamaal attended Henrico County Public Schools and graduated from the Hermitage High School. He was an avid artist. He is well known for his artistic talents and tattoo designs. Jamaal owned and operated Pumpkin Head Tattoos in Richmond. He was a well known tattoo artist. Jamaal was beloved by his family and friends. Jamaal had a great love for his family and was a visionary. He had dreams of opening a Mobile Tattoo Service. Jamaal studied art at J. Sargeant Reynolds Community College and John Tyler Community College. Jamaal is survived by two daughters, Jhyrah Cooper of Greenville, NC and Mashyia Fields of Gallatin, TN; his brother, Nigel Cooper, Sr. (Nichelle); two sisters, Nikia Cooper and Simia Cooper; nephew, Nigel Cooper, Jr.; niece, Nichayla Cooper; close cousins, Tre Ford, Ben Ford and Marlon “Dooley” Brown (deceased); and a host of other cousins and friends. A memorial service will be held at Pilgrim Journey Baptist Church, 7204 Bethlehem Road on Friday, April 5 at 11:30 a.m. Rev. Dr. Angelo V. Chatmon, Pastor. Rev. Jacqueline Lighfoot, officiating.

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Man, this is so sad. So sad. Respect to the family. I've known Jamaal since Brookland Middle School. Always positive. Always smiling. Always joking lol. Then Hermitage high school. We stayed in touch after that. He did ALL my tattoos. A genuine people. A genuine friend. My heart is hurt. Respect king. Respect. ❤️❤️❤️

To know such a sweet person is no longer here. It's very sad. You've been doing my tattoos for over a decade. You've always been accommodating and Ironic we became neighbors so I just made it that much easier to get tattoos from you. We always talked about your family because I knew them as well and you were so excited for your surgery and I remember texting you to make sure you were doing OK but then I realize it had been a while since you posted something so I was concerned and tempted to walk over to your apartment, I'm not sure what happened but I know you're in a better place. You've always been such a person to me.-Nique

Jamaal was a wonderful person with the biggest personality I will miss him so much! Everyone is still here loving you and cherishing the new generation coming fourth God Bless You !
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My deepest condolences and sympathy to the family and friends 🧡 Jamaal was sweet and will be missed. May the memories hug you and comfort you as you grieve this heartbreaking loss. ♡cch

You will be truly missed love bra Rakeisha

Jamaal (Pumpkinhead) had a gentle spirit about himself. He always had a lively aura as well. He made sure everyone around was happy and in great spirits. He Will Be Missed! My Condolences goes out to his family and love ones.

I will miss my God Brother. Who will do my Tattoos now. You were such a gentle Giant. The stories we had will last forever. May God wrap his arms around all of us who are affected by such a tragic loss. Love Ronnie