Robert J Cooney Memorial

Bob, Sean, Sarah and the B.E.A.R.

2012-02-19T00:55:00.006-06:00

The Lenco B.E.A.R. (Ballistic Engineered Armored Response)http://www.swattrucks.com/

Please, Share your photos...

2012-02-19T00:33:00.001-06:00

Family & Friends, as you stop by to remember, please take a moment to email your photos of Bob to share with his children, wife, family and friends. Please email your pictures to the address at the bottom of the page and I will post them here. Thank You, Dwayne

Sharing his Passion with friends...

2012-02-19T00:23:00.001-06:00

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In Memory

2012-02-19T00:20:00.002-06:00

In Memory ~ A Poem by Kimberly N. Chastain A thousand times we needed you A thousand times we cried If love alone could have saved you you never would have died A heart of gold stopped beating two twinkling eyes closed to rest God broke our hearts to prove he only took the best never a day goes by that you’re not in my heart and my soul.

Four years ago today...

2012-02-19T00:14:00.004-06:00

Bob, It was four years today that you left us. We all miss you so much. Cindy, Sarah and Sean miss you and love you... your sister, brothers, Mom & Dad and the rest of your family and friends do too. We know you are so proud of Sarah and Sean as they accomplish so much in school and grow into young adults. The holidays just aren't the same without you. Your presence is so strong that it seems

A Neighborhood like no other...

2011-02-18T21:14:00.009-06:00

Photo by Chuck Hart... Bob's friends and neighbors

2005 Midwest SWAT Championships (with Bob on Team #1)

2009-09-23T09:40:00.007-05:00

Recently I found this video of my brother. Lt. Robert J. Cooney, while sorting through some of his old pictures and video. This is the only video I know of him "in action" before he passed away in February 2008 after a tragic accident at his home.The video includes his team (Team #1 Fowlkes, Mowry, McDonough and himself) competing in the 2005 Midwest SWAT Championships.

Sarah's Poem For Her Daddy... on his Birthday.

2009-06-10T19:26:00.007-05:00

<>I helped you get ready at nightI would ask you questions about what would happen if you got hurtThen you would grab me and hold me tightYou told me that would never happen because you are always alertI always thought if you would get hurt it would be doing what you loveThen the worst day of my life cameI didn’t understand what the talk was ofI felt like I was to blameWho is to help Sean with

My poem for Bob...

2009-02-19T02:08:00.021-06:00

<>It was a cool February day, it seems like yesterdayWhen I took that call, my whole world stalled.Time had stopped, the news was bad.My idol, my hero, but please God wait... he's a dad!And Cindy, she needs us. I can't believe this is true.I must call Mom and Dad.. Bob, there's so many who love you.I just wish I could say a final goodbye,Just one more conversation, the twinkle in your eye.You

Bob's Official Department Pictures

2009-02-19T01:50:00.009-06:00

The following are official SLMPD photos taken of Bob over his 19+ year career.New officer, upon graduation from the Police Academy(Approx 1989)Promotion to Sergeant(date unknown)Promotion to LieutenantFebruary, 2007

5th Annual Fuzzball with the Fuzz Benefit

2008-10-17T00:29:00.008-05:00

The 5th Annual Fuzzball with the Fuzz Benefit was held on on October 12th, 2008. The benefit contributing to the Robert J. Cooney Memorial Trust fund was a resounding success. Special thanks to Capt. Joe Spiess, Lt. Dan Howard, Lt. Tim McEntee, Colleen Rossomanno, Det. Rick Metz, Officers Tom Bottini, Curt Burgdorf, Nick Manasco, and Mike Scego for their help in putting the tournament together.

Lt. Cooney Memorial Race

2008-08-10T23:44:00.014-05:00

The Lt. Robert J Cooney Memorial Race at Tri-City Speedway was a success. As race fans honored Police Officers, Firefighters and EMS Professionals various classes of races were held including Super Late Model, Modified, UMP DIRTcar Pro Late Model, UMP DIRTcar Street Stock and UMP DIRTcar 4 Cylinder Factory Stocks.Bob's daughter Sarah rode in the Pontoon Beach Police Pace Car for several races

Shamrocks Baseball - Final 2008 Game

2008-07-29T00:25:00.005-05:00

A beautiful summer night at Affton Athletic Field was the setting for the Shamrocks final game of the 2008 season. As the Shamrocks bleacher bums looked on, the team beat the Raiders in another exiting game. We know in our hearts Coach Bob was right there on the third base line coaching the boys in their game and in their character, cheering them on through every hit and every miss, and watching

Department Employees, Retirees and their Families march in the 2008 V.P. Parade

2008-07-14T00:46:00.008-05:00

Double click slide show to view larger images. St Louis Metropolitan Police Department Employees, Retirees and their Families were invited to march in the 131st Veiled Prophet Parade on Friday July 4th, 2008 as the department celebrated it's 200th Anniversary. Col. Joseph J. Mokwa, chief of the St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department served as the Honorary Grand Marshal.It was beautiful morning

Lindbergh High School Alumni mention Bob's passing...

2008-07-14T00:33:00.008-05:00

Click image to open Lindbergh High School Alumni Newsletter from Spring 2008

Fathers Day Prayer

2008-06-15T11:02:00.014-05:00

<>Holy Father, You are the one who knows how absolutely special fathers are. You made them that way. How else can a man work so hard, give so much, and love unconditionally, without your strength? So first, Lord, thank You for fathers, for daddies. For big, strong men with tender hearts, with hands that are calloused and rough, yet so soft and gentle when hearts need mending. Lord, help

Happy Birthday Bob. We Miss You...

2008-06-10T20:54:00.009-05:00

Bob, Still The Life of the Party...

2008-06-10T20:51:00.021-05:00

What a night! After weeks of planning and a lot of hard work by friends and family of Bob Cooney, the benefit was a huge success. The day began as the benefit committee gathered at Harry's in the early afternoon setting up the auctions items that were donated by many individuals and business from the St Louis area. The t-shirts arrived, food was delivered and the dining room and patio were

Honoring My Hero...

2008-06-10T20:38:00.004-05:00

On May 26th, Vickie and I visited Bob's grave for the first time. Even after standing there in front of his final resting place it still doesn't seem real. As Joe Wilhite and I discussed, we still expect him to come around the corner and say "Hey man!" as he did so many times.Vickie and I also visited Grandpa & Grandma Cooney's grave (Robert James & Lillian Marie). Bob was named after his

Double D's Pizzeria Raffle & Benefit

2008-05-27T01:20:00.007-05:00

I would like to thank David Doetzel, his family, and the crew at Double D's Pizzeria for all their hard work in putting on an extremely successful fund raiser for Bob's children.When I arrived, the dining room and sidewalk were packed, takeout food was flying out the door and the Double D's crew was there in the hot kitchen working their butts off and serving great food to all who attended. All

Marc Wasem Fights to Honor Bob...

2008-05-27T00:32:00.007-05:00

On April 25th, 2008 Marc Wasem of the St Louis Metropolitan Police Department, came out of boxing retirement and entered the fight card one more time to honor Bob. Many officers from Mobile Reserve/HRT along with Bob's family and friends were there to cheer Marc on. The evening of fights at the Viking Hotel in Sunset Hills was promoted by Shamrock Promotions and was titled "Battles for Fame". The

Pride... Visiting Bob's Office

2008-04-12T11:16:00.005-05:00

On the evening of the funeral, we thought it would be nice for Mom, Dad and the family to visit Bob's office since the family was all together. For many of us it was the first time to visit Bob's work area. I can't imagine how proud Bob was of his profession and the men that he worked with. I only wish we had the opportunity to do this while he was alive.In the photos you will see a few of the

Saying Goodbye...

2008-04-01T23:07:00.071-05:00

This will be the hardest of all posts to this site but it needs to be done. On the day of Bob's Funeral there was a horrible snow and ice storm. Many relatives and friends could not attend due to the driving conditions. We are sharing photos, eulogies, media and the slideshow that played at the funeral home for those who could not make it as well as for those who once again want to see the

Media

2008-04-01T22:57:00.030-05:00

The following is a selection of media about the loss of Bob. This is tough to do but understand that there were and still are friends and relatives of Bob spread out all over the world, from the U.S. to Iraq, who could not be here. Some are still struggling to understand what happened, many have never seen the great words by Captain Swiderski on the news, or even the memorial service...This

New site now online.... Please sign the guestbook!

2008-04-01T17:31:00.013-05:00

After hours of designing and re-designing just the right website to honor Bob, I have scrapped all ideas I have had and decided to use a Blog.What is a Blog? The word Blog is short for "Web Log" and is basically an electronic diary. The great thing about a blog is the ease of posting text, pictures, video and other media files as well allowing for a simple interface for viewers to post their