Welcome to Where Are They Now?, a snapshot of what our Omaha Alumni are doing these days!

Catching up with: Neil Cooper

Where are you living now? 

Shelley and I have lived in Atlanta, GA since 1987. All three of our children live nearby, and we're incredibly lucky to have our seven grandkids close, too. They're a blessing—and exhausting in the best way!

What is your favorite Jewish memory growing up in Omaha?

Spending Sunday mornings at the old JCC downtown—starting with handball and eventually moving on to racquetball. It was such a fun and meaningful part of my routine growing up.

What are you doing today?

I retired from medical practice a few years ago. These days, when I’m not making divots on the golf course, I work part-time as a trainer at a boutique gym that focuses on strength training for active seniors. I also do some lifestyle and health coaching. Mostly, I love spending quality time with my wife Shelley and our family.

When was the last time you were in Omaha, and what was the biggest change?

I visited Omaha in July 2024 for my Westside High School reunion and stayed with my Uncle Jerry and Aunt Cookie Hoberman. The most noticeable change was the renovation at Big Fred’s Pizza—a classic spot! Thankfully, the streets haven’t changed much, and I could still get around west Omaha without needing GPS.