Sue Forshee Cooper
Sue was born in Simpson County, Kentucky where her family lines extend back to the early 1800s in Kentucky or Tennessee. She became interested in researching her family history when a co-worker brought an original Kentucky: A History of the State, published in 1886, to the office one day. She began looking through it and found a sketch in the Simpson County section about her G-G-Grandparents. “I was so excited and my life has not been the same since.” She knew she had to learn more about her family history, a hobby her Mother had been wanting to pursue. Immediately, Sue became involved with the local historical society and served as President for five years. During her leadership, the Society restored the old county jail and jailer’s residence. This facility became the County Archives and Museum, where Sue served as Director for more than ten years. All of the old records, which survived the 1882 courthouse fire, were brought from the attic of the courthouse for preservation in the Archives. Sue enjoyed working daily with the patrons to uncover their family history.
With a move to Tennessee, Sue expanded her research opportunity and began sharing her genealogical skills on a professional basis. Twenty years have passed and Sue continues conducting genealogical research. She also finds time to share her experience with students at the Belmont Manor Nursing & Rehabilitation Center and the Murfreesboro Senior Center.
Sue has been awarded by Simpson County, Kentucky for her work with preservation and community leadership. Sue is a member of the Association of Professional Genealogists, a member of the Simpson County Chapter DAR and the Middle TN Genealogical Society. She is also a Kentucky Colonel for her preservation efforts. Email
With a move to Tennessee, Sue expanded her research opportunity and began sharing her genealogical skills on a professional basis. Twenty years have passed and Sue continues conducting genealogical research. She also finds time to share her experience with students at the Belmont Manor Nursing & Rehabilitation Center and the Murfreesboro Senior Center.
Sue has been awarded by Simpson County, Kentucky for her work with preservation and community leadership. Sue is a member of the Association of Professional Genealogists, a member of the Simpson County Chapter DAR and the Middle TN Genealogical Society. She is also a Kentucky Colonel for her preservation efforts. Email
