Candace Rae Long Cooper

Candace “Candy” Rae Long Cooper, 73, died on October 17, 2026, in Providence, North Carolina.

Born on April 25, 1953, in Danville, Virginia, Candace Rae Long Cooper was the daughter of Harry and Mary Long. She was preceded in death by her parents and by her in-laws, Dan and Marion Cooper. She is remembered with love by her husband, Gerald Cooper, whose deep devotion to her was a lasting part of her life since 1985.

Candace graduated from George Washington High School in 1971 and went on to earn a Bachelor of Science in Mathematics from Averett College in 1975. She devoted her professional life to education, serving at Danville Christian School, Dillard Junior High, Bartlett Yancey High School, and Danville Community College. Her years in the classroom and in academic settings formed an important part of her life’s work.

She was of the Baptist faith and was also active in the Caswell County Homemakers Club. Among the simple joys that marked her life were Christmas, chocolate, and animals. Those who knew Candace also knew of her affection for her “goofy” husband, a bond that brought warmth and laughter to their life together.

In keeping with her wishes, no flowers are requested. Memorial donations may be made to the Danville Area Humane Society.

Candace Rae Long Cooper will be remembered for a life rooted in family, faith, education, and the everyday things she loved. A Memorial Service will be held on October 25, 2026, at 02:00 PM at Townes Funeral Home & Crematory 215 W Main Street.