Below is our list of notable people who were born, died or were buried in the area surrounding Cooney. Please note that while we are collecting data on an ongoing basis, it's a big task and it's unlikely that our list will ever be more than a sample.
James Pinckney Alley (Cartoonist)
He was born in Benton (AR) on January 11, 1885 (a Sunday) and died in Memphis (TN) on April 16, 1934 (a Monday) at the age of 49. He is buried at Memorial Park Cemetery (Shelby County, Tennessee).
Benton is located 29 miles [46.7 km] to the north of Cooney.
The Find-a-Grave website is an excellent research tool with information about a cemetery's location and interments. They also offer a forum for their members which can provide additional help. More information about Find-a-Grave can be found on their website: findagrave.com.