Kenneth L. Cooper was born in Redmond, Washington to Ray and Ellen Cooper. He was preceded in death by his parents and siblings; Vern, Dave, Doug and Shirley.In 2003 Ken retired from Washington State Ferries; he began working as a ticket seller in 1965 and later moved into the engine department. While working at the Fauntleroy terminal he met his wife of 44 Years, Barbara (Brenno) Cooper. As a young man and father Ken shared his passion for fishing, boating, camping and laughter with his family and many friends. Ken was a scrappy businessman and provider for his family. Through the years Ken's business ventures ran the gambit from brush picking, recycling K2 barrels, running a second hand store (Treasure Barn), a traveling concession motorhome (Food Coop)at the north-end ferry dock, collection agency, and Vashon Taxi service which included delivering Al & Tony's pizzas. Survivors include his wife Barbara, children; Bradley Cooper, James and Kirsten Cooper, Kristina (Cooper) and Matt Radford, and Wendy Nichols Cooper; five grandchildren; Bradley, Nicholas, Cody, William, Hunter, Collin and siblings; Donna Hubbard, Vanessa Reice, Al Cooper, Roger Cooper and Richard Cooper. Memorials or Remembrances may be made in his name to the Vashon-Maury Island Heritage Museum,PO Box 723, Vashon, Washington or the 9-11 Memorial at Vashon Island Fire and Rescue, PO Box 1150, Vashon, WA 98070.A Celebration of Life Potluck will be held Sunday, August 12, 2012 at the Vashon Sportsmen's Club, 19720 Singer Rd SW, Vashon, Washington from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.