He grew up in Benton, Little Rock, and Monticello and graduated with honors from Monticello High School in 1966. He received his B.A. Degree in science from the University of Arkansas at Monticello as a Cum Laude graduate. In his career as a science teacher and computer specialist, he worked in Carthage, Malvern and Fordyce.
Allan was a member of the First United Methodist Church in Monticello and Wiggins Methodist Church in Fayetteville, where he served as a youth counselor. His hobbies included rebuilding computers, designing websites, collecting music, electronic equipment and tools and learning about new advances in science and technology.
Survivors include his wife, Chong Yee Cooley of Fordyce; his sons, Jack Allan Cooley of Sherwood and Micheal Ashton Cooley of England; his sisters, Auburn Ponder Anderson of Fordyce and Jessie Chappell of Monticello; his grandchildren, Miranda and Meghan Cooley and Austin Hodge of England.
The family will meet at Jessie Chappell's home, 133 W. College, Monticello, AR.
Condolences(13)
Hazel and Steve
UK England, TX Thursday, January 10, 2013 Please accept our condolences on your sad loss.Sadly we only knew Allan through his online life, he was one of the most generous, caring people we had the pleasure of meeting, he was full of life, he would help anyone in anyway that he could and was very much loved and respected throughout our online community and will be greatly missed. It was apparent to all that he loved life, his wife, family and home.
God bless you Allan, you were an angel in the making.
George Prendergast
London, UK, TX Wednesday, January 9, 2013 Please accept my sincere condolences to family and froiendsAlthough I never met Allan in person, I felt that I knew him well and welcomed his advice and correspondence via the internet.
He was a good man and will be missed by many.
Colin James Marshall
Kambah, TN Wednesday, January 9, 2013 I'm deeply saddened by Allan's departure. My sincere condolences to his family and friends, and I'll bet he had many friends. He was that sort of man. Here in Australia, he would be rightfully awarded with the highest accolade, "A Top Bloke".Colin.
Scott and Donna Barnes-Hart
Fordyce, AR Sunday, January 6, 2013 So sorry for your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers.Celeste Hall
Fordyce, AR Saturday, January 5, 2013 He will be missed.Emily Brown
Fordyce, AR Friday, January 4, 2013 Mr. Cooley was one of my high school teachers. He always had a good sense of humor. I would see him in the hallways at FHS and he would always speak. He will be missed. My thoughts and prayers are with the family and Mrs. Ponder! God Bless!Judy and Butch Selig
Monticello, AR Friday, January 4, 2013 Auburn and family,We're so sorry about your loss. Please know you are in our thoughts and prayers at this time.
Barbara Carroll
Anthony, KS Friday, January 4, 2013 Sorry about the loss of Beau, he touched the lives of many people; his time on Earth made a difference to everyone who knew him; he was one of a kind.Misty
England, AR Thursday, January 3, 2013 Mr. Allan,You were such an inspiration in my life. You heard the words, but even more, you felt they were from my heart. When I saw you last, although it had been a while, you met me with a smile and blew me a kiss. My heart caught that kiss and along with the many memories you have given me in my life, I will cherish it forever. Thank you for the love you showed me since the day you came into my life. You will forever be missed, loved, remembered, and regarded as one of the most special men I ever got the chance to meet. I love you always.
Misty
Susan Shivers
Fordyce, AR Thursday, January 3, 2013 Mr. Colley was a wonderful, witty man. He will be greatly missed. God Bless.Anne Calhoun Hollinger
Artesia, NM Wednesday, January 2, 2013 There will always be a special place in our hearts for those with whom we shared our youth. Deepest sympathy to all of Allan's family and friends. A former classmate, AnneDanny Cox and family
England, AR Wednesday, January 2, 2013 Mac and family,We are so sorry for your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Love,
Danny, Brooke and kids
Missy Rushing
Monticello, AR Wednesday, January 2, 2013 My special friend,Time, distance, or circumstances will never change that. Rest in Peace and may light perpetual shine upon you.