Otho Lee Cooley was born October 9, 1948 in Beaumont, Texas. He graduated from Southwestern Bible College and dedicated his life to serving
God and others. He was ordained by the North Texas District of the Assemblies of God in 1974.

After his marriage to his precious wife Janice they became missionaries for 37 years, first to the American Indians, then serving 18 years in the Philippines before returning to the United States. Reverend Cooley was a dedicated student and gifted teacher and preacher of Scripture. He enjoyed spending time with his family, fishing and watching the Georgia Bull Dawgs. He lived what he preached, taught his family to love unconditionally and give forgiveness as they carry on his legacy of faithfulness and service to the Lord Jesus Christ.

Brother Cooley went to be with Jesus on February 14, 2019.