Timothy Cooney Obituary

Tim Cooney, 75, passed away on July 16 after a 19-month battle with pancreatic cancer. Tim lived a life full of love and laughter with his family and friends. He was a friend to all and will be greatly missed. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11am on Friday, July 19, at Holy Trinity Catholic Church, 2926 Beaver Avenue, Des Moines, IA. Visitation will begin at 9:30am at the Church prior to the service. A luncheon will follow.

Tim was born to James B. and Patricia (Harvey) Cooney in 1948 and grew up in Beaverdale with his 5 siblings. Tim was a life-long member of Holy Trinity Catholic Church and graduated from Dowling Catholic High School in 1967. He then graduated from Rockhurst University in Kansas City and began a long, successful career in various sales and management roles.

Tim married Teresa Lehman in 1973 and they had 4 children. They divorced and in 1989 he married his partner for life, Sandra Sykes Cooney. They had one son and spent many happy years in Beaverdale where Tim was active in church and school activities including Boy Scouts and Knights of Columbus. Tim was very proud of his Irish heritage and was a member of numerous related organizations including the Friendly Sons of St. Patrick and the Celtic Music Association. He served as President of both organizations for one year. He also was a long-time member of the Ancient Order of Hibernians. Tim formed many strong friendships and enjoyed sharing time with family and friends playing golf, fishing, boating, throwing darts or just discussing life over a cold beverage. After retirement Tim and Sandy enjoyed spending winters in Green Valley, AZ playing lots of golf, hiking and socializing with friends both old and new.

Tim is survived by his loving family: wife Sandy, children: Trina (Matt), Patrick, Timothy J., Breda (Tony) and William (Jamie) as well as his grandchildren and great-grandchildren. He is also survived by his siblings Kevin (Mollie), Brian (Janice), Mike (Tomi), Kitty and sister-in-law Sue as well as numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents and sister Mary Kate.

Tim suggests flowers be given to someone in need. Memorials are suggested to Holy Trinity Catholic Church PATCH program, the DMARC Food Pantry or Border Community Alliance in Tubac, AZ.

Tim’s service will be live streamed on the Iles website. Go to www.ilescares.com just before 11:00am Friday and scroll to the bottom of his obituary for the link to join the service.

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