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Norma Copas Obituary
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Norma Jean Copas, 73, of Earl Park, Indiana, passed away on March 4, 2014 at her home, surrounded by loved ones. She was born July 8, 1940, in Minden, West Virginia. She was the daughter of William and Pearl Crone. At the age of 13, her family moved to Monon, Indiana, where she later graduated from high school in 1959. Norma worked as a telephone operator in Kentland, Indiana, where she later met the love of her life, and on June 25, 1961, she married Norman Copas at the Presbyterian Church of Earl Park. She and her husband were professional gospel clowns, known as Rainbow and Poka-Dot, for over 15 years, and was also a member of the Fowler Christian Church. Norma loved farming with her husband for the past 50 years. In addition to her love of farming, she enjoyed knitting, sewing, morning coffee with friends, sunday drives, going out for supper, attending her grandchildrens sporting events, and quality time with her poodle, "Buddy". Surviving are her husband of 54 years, Norman Copas, daughter, Kathy Jones (companion, Robert White) of Wolcott, son, Jeff Copas (Kami) of Fowler. Five brothers, Charles Crone (June) of Boston, Mass., Bob Crone (Carolyn) of Monon, Richard Crone (Kelly) of Union Mills, Jimmy Crone of Morocco, Dean Crone of Demotte, and a sister, Mary Sharp (Dave) of Williamsport. Also surviving are 5 grandchildren, Arica Kyburz of Rensselaer, Trent Kyburz (fiancé, Allie Mattocks) of Rensselaer, Colleen Jones of Wolcott, Jenna and Karissa Byers of Fowler, and several nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by her parents and one brother, George Crone of Lafayette. The family would like to express it's gratitude to the Guardian Angel Hospice program and all of their devoted nurses.
Visitation will be from 4 to 8 pm., today, Thursday, March 6, 2014 at Windler Funeral Home, Fowler.
Funeral Services will be at 11 am. Friday, March 7, 2014, at the Fowler Christian Church. Burial is at the Earl Park Cemetery. Memorials may be given to the Benton Central F.F.A. and the Guardian Angel Hospice.
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Memories and Condolences
for Norma Copas
Pat Bonner (Horn)
February 28, 2023
Norma was a dear friend. Loved her and Norm so much.
Pat Bonner
February 28, 2019
Met Norma while working in a restaurant in Kentland. Became friends and loved them both. A lot of good memories I will hold forever.
Eva Green/Black
April 2, 2014
I am very sorry for your loss of your mother, Cathy . Thinking about you.
Kathy Jones
March 14, 2014
I am so proud of my Arica Trenton an Colleen they have been a awsome help to me an dad during this rough patch. I love an admire them so much.
Jacob Crone
March 11, 2014
Sorry I could not make it back; however, I found this site to offer my condolences. I have so many great memories from visiting Norm and Norma as a teenager. My family and I know she is in a better place making all laugh with her great sence of humor. God Bless her and her loved ones still with us, you are always in our prayers.
March 10, 2014
Love and sympathy from your Osborne and Dickenson cousins in Castlewood, Va. We are keeping you close in our thoughts and so sorry we could not be with you during the service.
Rebecca Crone
March 10, 2014
I am so sorry to hear of Norma's passing. May the memories of her bring you peace in your heart. Lifting prayers to the family.
Charles Crone
March 7, 2014
Our thoughts and prayers are with Norman and family. Love Charles & Sandy
Pat Horn
March 7, 2014
I am so sorry about Norma passing. She was always so nice to me. My prayers are with you and your family.
Sharon Kenoyer Strasburger
March 7, 2014
I am sorry for your loss.
March 6, 2014
I am so saddened to hear of Norma's death. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Donna Burkett (leesburg, Florida)
Joe,Dawn,Kaity,and Sarah Shull Scanlan Jr.
March 6, 2014
Norman and family,
We have such great childhood memories of your family! We are so sorry to hear about your loss. You will be in our thoughts and prayers. God bless , and take care.
The Scanlan Shull family
Jerry and Bev Wolfe
March 6, 2014
We were so sorry to learn of Norma's passing. We will always remember Norman and Norma as the famous clowns and the important ministry they showed to others. Our best to Norman and the family during this difficult time.
Don Smith
March 6, 2014
Norman and family, so sorry to hear of your lost. We know where she is enjoying her new home with the Lord. Our prayers go out to you and the family. Don & Carol Smith
Jeanette Cunningham
March 6, 2014
Sorry for the loss of your wife.
Jeanette (Leuck) Cunningham
Marlene Balensiefer
March 6, 2014
Norman, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this sad time. I am in Arkansas at this time, and will not be able to attend the funeral.
Wendy Helterbran
March 6, 2014
Dear Norman, Kathy, Jeff -- I am thinking of you and am so very sorry to hear of Norma's passing.
Howard & Jean Pitstick
March 6, 2014
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of Normas family,shw will be greatly missed!
Love and prayers, Howard & Jean Pitstick
Laura Brooks
March 6, 2014
Kathy, I am so very sorry to hear about your mother. I pray that God will give you peace and comfort in the days ahead.
Robert and Janice Crone
March 6, 2014
Sorry for your loss, we will miss her humor.
The Loughrys
March 5, 2014
Jeff, Kami and girls,- so sorry for your loss!! You are in our prayers!
Jim & Renee Mattocks
March 5, 2014
Sending our deepest condolences to the family!
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