World War II Honoree

James P. Cooney

Branch of Service

U.S. Army

Hometown

New Haven, Connecticut

Honored By

Elizabeth R. Cooney

Relationship

Daughter

Served in the Army Finance Corps in the Northern France / Rhineland Campaigns. During his tenure in France, England, and Germany, he led convoys of men and weapons for the front line. As a result of his courage, strength, and determination, he was able to fulfil his missions. As a result of his war efforts, he became a disabled veteran but came home to his loving wife, parents, and siblings. He became a devoted and loving father who would regale his family with fascinating stories of heroism.