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Richard Coppa Obituary

Richard B. Coppa, husband of Anita (Bonsignore) Coppa, passed away on Tuesday, February 23, 2016 in St. Augustine, Florida. Dick was the son of the late Abbondio and Mary (Lazzari) Coppa. He served in the US Navy and US Marine Corp during WWII, graduated from UConn, and was the Director of Health for the Town of Glastonbury. He lived in Wethersfield until his retirement and spent his summers at Lake Hayward. In addition to his wife Anita, he leaves his children Elizabeth (Michael Downs), Mary-Alice (Philip Dennehy Jr.), Lawrence, and Richard (Karen Coppa) as well as his grandchildren Anna, Richard, Benjamin, Mark, and Douglas. He also leaves his sisters Pierina (Joseph) Cianci, Norma Zagaja, and Mary (Robert) Peyton, sisters-in-law Florence Misselwitz and Mary Blain, and numerous nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his brother, Rev. Ernest J. Coppa. Services will be at the convenience of the family.

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Published by Hartford Courant on Feb. 25, 2016.

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Ruth Hundt

February 19, 2019

It's hard to believe it has been 3 years... It is difficult to put into words... not only memories but the feelings that go with them will always remain with me and you, so therefore he will always be alive in your hearts. We love you and thank you for being such a special part of my life and my memories... May GOD BLESS and KEEP you all your days... Love and Sincerity,

Ruth Hundt

April 6, 2016

Mary Alice,
I just happened to come across this ~ I am so so sorry to hear of your dad's passing. My deepest condolences. I don't know what to say - I am so so so sorry. I love you Mac.

Pat and Peg Barnard

March 6, 2016

Dear Anita - We recently learned of Dick's passing. Please accept our deepest condolences. Know that you and your family are in our prayers.

Pat and Peg Barnard

March 6, 2016

Dear Anita - We recently learned of Dick's passing. Please accept our deepest condolences and know that you and your family our in our prayers.

Jerry Bonino

March 5, 2016

Dear Anita and Family, Dick and I were fellow gofers in St Augustine. Both of us were Italian so , of course we talked about....Italian FOOD! His favorite conversation was about making Fritatas on Sunday mornings. He was a true gentleman. My deepest sympathies to you all. Jerry Bonino. Two Rivers, Wisconsin

Ray Hutchins

March 3, 2016

Very sorry to hear of Dick Passing,He was a great friend and neighbor.He will be missed at the golf course and my super bowl party.my condolences to Annitea and all his family

Robert & Anita Lacroix

March 3, 2016

Anita and I considered Richard a good friend both socially and on the golf course. He will be missed.

WILL LEWIS

March 3, 2016

DICK WAS ONE OF MU FAVORITE GOLFERS THAT PLAYED GOLF AT THE ST JOHNS GOLF CLUB.
SORRY TO HEAR OF HIS PASSING

WILL LEWIS.

Palmer Short

March 2, 2016

Dick was a frequent partner of mine when we played golf. I really enjoyed playing with him. He was a gentleman in every way and a good golfer. He use to talk about his days as a looper , caddie at the local course when he was young. I lost track of him when he stopped playing. Wish I had kept in touch. I used to drive by his house, we lived in the same development. My heart felt sympathies go out to all who loved him. A nice guy.

Russ & Sue Bilodeau

March 2, 2016

We are very sorry to hear of Dick's passing. We want to extend our condolences to Anita and the family. Also sorry that we can not be there with you.
Love Sue and Russ Bilodeau

March 1, 2016

My heart is with you.

Ruth Patruno

Bette Conlon

February 28, 2016

To The Coppa Family,
Your Dad & our Uncle Charles Hastings served in WWII together and your Dad was in our Uncle's wedding. Your Uncle, Father Ernie Coppa was our parish priest at Assumption Church in Manchester CT and we all have great memories of him. He was very close with my parents. My Mom last spoke with your Dad in FL when her brother, Charles Hastings, passed away 3 years ago.
Losing a parent is never easy, but knowing they lived a long and enriched life gives us as children a peace that helps ease the pain.
Our most sincere sympathy on the loss of your Dad and we ask that God's love will help you through the difficult times ahead.
The Families of Jack & Kay Funke and
Charles & Sue Hastings

February 25, 2016

Mac, it has been a long time. I remember your dad. I'm sorry for you loss. John Burke

February 25, 2016

Dear Anita & Family:

We are sorry to learn of Dick's passing. He was a true professional who did his job quite well during all the years we were together in Glastonbury.

Please accept or sincere condolences.

Dick Borden

Steve Vardion & family

February 25, 2016

Rich, Larry, Liz, Mary & Anita - We are sorry to hear of Dick's passing. He lived quite a long life, very memory filled I'm sure. I've known your dad from quite an early age...we will be in touch soon (Rich) and again we are sorry for your loss. On behalf of Mike, Jim, my parents, Tami & Beau...
Steve Vardion

February 25, 2016

Hi Rich, Larry Liz, Mac & Anita - we are very sorry to hear of your dad's passing. Your dad lived quite a long life, I'm sure very memory filled with you all. We will be in touch soon Rich - see you soon. Steve Vardion (Tami & Beau).

Gregory Bilodeau

February 25, 2016

Sorry to hear about the loss of your husband, dad, and grandfather. Praying for everyone at this time

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