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Helen Copes Obituary
COPES, Helen Louise Helen Louise Powell Copes, 75, of Coventry , the beloved wife of the late Aelix Copes, Sr., entered into eternal rest on Tuesday (December 12, 2006). Born on December 4, 1931 in Petersburg, VA., to the late John Powell, Sr. and Mary (Williams) Powell. Besides her husband, she was predeceased by three brothers, William Powell, Sr., Roger Powell and John Powell, Jr.; two sisters, Adell Powell Patterson and Ellen Powell Smith. Helen was a previous member of Metropolitan AME Zion Church of Hartford. Upon moving to Coventry, Helen transferred her membership to United Methodist Church of Bolton, Bolton. Helen retired from the Hartford Board of Education as a paraprofessional at Clark Street School. Helen leaves to cherish her memories a daughter, Cheryl Copes of Manchester; a son, Roger Copes, Sr., (Cassandra) of Davie, FL; seven stepchildren, Catherine Heath (Zephaniah) of Hartford, Ronald Copes (Melva) of Westfield, MA., Glenda Reid (William) and Paul Copes (Barbara) of Bloomfield, Cynthia Carr (James) of Lancaster, TX., Aelix Copes, Jr. (Michelle) and Chrystal Perry of New Britain; two god-daughters, Denise McBride of Manchester and Karen Scott of Columbia, SC.; 20 grandchildren; 23 great grandchildren; 10 great-great grandchildren; and a host of nieces, nephews, extended family and friends. Family and friends may gather at United Methodist Church of Bolton, Bolton, on Saturday, December 16, at 10 a.m . A service of celebration will follow at 11 a.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in her memory may be made to United Methodist Church of Bolton. Burial will be held at the convenience of the family. Arrangements made by Coventry Funeral Home, Coventry.
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Memories and Condolences
for Helen Copes
Paula Patterson
January 22, 2007
"Dottie"
I will miss your laughter and good humor. God bless you
Love,
Paula
Diane Smart-Greene
December 26, 2006
Dear Cheryl, Veronica and Roger,
My heartfelt sympathy at the loss of your Mom--my family only just learned of your loss. I think of your mother often with her ever-smiling face and calm demeanor. We will keep your whole family in prayer. Please call if you need us.
---Diane Smart-Greene
Judy Obert
December 26, 2006
Cheryl, I just learned that your Mom passed away and I am so sorry she is a Wonderful, Sweet, Loving Woman and will always be in my heart. We had a great visit a few weeks ago and I will treasure that always.
December 25, 2006
cheryl,roger & veronica
I just heard of your moms passing
my deepest sympathies, she will
be greatly missed.
kevin smart
D Morgan
December 23, 2006
Cheryl and the Copes Family,
I only learned of your mother's passing yesterday (12/21/06)and am deeply sadden, as you are. I only met your mom once..back in the day..but I feel I knew her quite well through you, Cheryl. She raised you to be fine, upstanding young woman, and I know she was (and still is)very proud of you. Since we've loss contact with one another, I was unaware that your father had also passed. Just know also, Cheryl, that although their bodies have returned to the earth from whence they came, their spirits are all around us. Sometimes you will doing something, and not even thinking, and their spirits will do something to let you know that they are there...watching over you....
God Bless you...for he has,is, and will continue to do so. Just call on him when you need him...Remember, he knows that you need him before you open your mouth! (smile)...I'm here if you need me. You now have my e-mail. Don't hesitate..Love, Dennis
Terri Olson
December 20, 2006
My deepest regrets goes to Cheryl, Roger and the family. I knew Mrs. Copes since I was young and considered her a third grandmother. She remained a part of my life through the years and for that I am grateful. She will be missed by all. She is now in peacewith her husband. The family is in our hearts and prayers.
Julie Beach (Witte)
December 20, 2006
Dearest Cheryl & Roger,
We were saddened to learn of your Mom's passing. Jeff had shared the news just today. Please know we talk of the neighborhood gang and the good old days from many years ago. We offer our heartfelt sympathies and send our prayers to you all during this difficult time. May you find peace in your hearts. Be well.
Fondly,
Julie & Jeff Beach and family.
robert & Barbara Smith
December 18, 2006
To the family of Ms. Copes we would like to send our prayers and thoughts to you in hoping that they will help you at this time.
Sincerely,
Barbara Davis Snow
December 17, 2006
To Helen's family,
I have some wonderful memories of working with Helen at Phoenix Mutual Life in the mid 1950's. She was a fun, happy, bubbly person with an exceptional voice. When I was married in Sept. of 1957 she was the soloist at my wedding. In Sept. of 1962 she also sang at my sisters wedding and at that time was so excited to be pregnant with her first child. I was pregnant also and in May of 1963 we ended up in the hospital together, she having her baby just a few days before me. Whenever she walked by my room she would stop and chat and have some chocolate candy. The last time I saw her was when she waved goodbye as she left the hospital, but I have often thought of Helen over the years.
Kathleen Register
December 16, 2006
To the Powell and Copes Family:
My heartfelt sympathy goes out to you on the loss of your mother, Whom I affectionately called "Auntie", because she was my Uncle John's sister. She's joined her husband, parents and siblings now and how glorious that must be. Hold on to the beautiful memories and God will see you through this difficult time.
Respectfully,
Kathy
December 16, 2006
Cheryl, Roger and the Copes Family,
You have our heartfelt sympathy and are in our thoughts and prayers. I am sorry we are unable to be with you. As you will, I also am going to miss my godmother, Aunt Helen. I love her and enjoyed talking with her. She was always so full of joy and laughter. I will cherish those memories. I am here for you.
Your godsister,
Karen & Family
(Noel, Eshod & Destiny)
Evangelist Vivian Countryman-Bailey
December 15, 2006
Glenda & Bill,Paul & Barbara and Copes family:
May the gracious spirit of the Lord be with all of you at this time and give you peace beyond all understanding. Just remember, to be absent from the body, is to be present with the Lord God. Amen
"Corruption"
December 15, 2006
Cheryl, Roger and Veronica;
I'm so sorry for your loss of Mommy. I will miss the sound of her laugh and the twinkle in her eyes at a good joke. There was no end to the love and warmth that Mommy and the Copes family have to share. May Mom be at peace and enjoy her reunion with Dad. Please let me know if there is anything I can do. I love you all.
Dorie Doer
December 15, 2006
Cherly,
so sorry to hear about mom our thoughts and prayers are with you
Dorie,Gloria,Stacy,Sheila Doer
With Love
nancy pietro
December 15, 2006
cheryl and roger so sorry to hear about your mom our thoughts are with you.
nancy and lou pietro
;argo florida
Jesse Reid
December 15, 2006
Helen, Who can find a friend so patient, kind, and sweet? With a willing heart, you never stopped until everything was complete. That's you my dear. I will always cherish the knowledge you shared with our classes. You are a true servant of God. Oh, I will miss you a lot and our girl's chat. But know you are away just for a little while and we will all be together again. Sweet sleep, my friend until we meet again. Love you,
Patricia and Alonzo Coleman
December 15, 2006
To the Powell and Copes family, You are in our prayers.
Ma Bell
December 15, 2006
Cheryl, Roger, Glenda, Paul, and all of the Copes Family. We will miss your mother, but we had better be concentrating on getting ourselves ready to go see Jesus. When we all get to Heaven, what a time, what a time, what a time! I love you all.
Donna Burton
December 15, 2006
To the Copes family:
Keep the faith. Helen the "Angel" is in a better place.
God bless.
Cheryl Smith
December 15, 2006
To the Copes family:
Please accept my condolences at this time. Roger...it has been a long time since I have seen you. I always ask about you when I see Paul. May Jehovah grant you peace and understanding during this difficult time.
Luv,
Elliott & Elissa Donn
December 15, 2006
Dear Paul anf Family,
We're so sorry to learn of your loss of your Mother in this morning's Courant.
Please know that our hearts and prayers are with you all at this sad time.
Sincerely,
Dorothy Larson
December 15, 2006
You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Cheryl Copes
December 15, 2006
MOM...There are no words to express how much I miss you. Thank you for making me the woman that I am.You will forever be in my heart.
Your daughter,
Cheryl
P.S. Tell dad I miss him too!
Charles (Butch) Rankin
December 15, 2006
Carl, Paula and the Copes family please accept my deepest sympathies.
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