Jack E. Coppens Sr.

Jack Coppens Obituary

Jack E. Coppens, Sr. Mesa, Arizona Formerly of Lansing, age 85, died Wednesday, April 28, 2010. Mr. Coppens was born November 10, 1924 in Lansing, the son of Arthur and Irene Coppens. Jack was an avid outdoorsman who enjoyed deer hunting, trout fishing, camping, boating and water sports. He loved playing cards, dancing and singing. He worked for 34 years at Model Coverall, drove a taxi for 15 years, and the Pines Golf Course in Houghton Lake for several years. Mr. Coppens is preceded in death by his parents, first wife of almost 50 years, Bonnie Coppens; sister, Evelyn Smith. He is survived by his wife, Shirley (Miller), children, Jack (Helga) Coppens Jr., Sherry Fouts, and Bonita Lundberg; step-child, Al (Michelle) Reynolds; grandchildren, Jack Coppens III, AJ Fouts; step-grandchild, Sabine Hensy, Logan and Ashley Reynolds; 10 great grandchildren; 4 great-great grandchildren and several nieces & nephews;brother, Gary (Jan) Coppens. A memorial service will be held Monday, 11 a.m., at Palmer, Bush & Jensen Family Funeral Home, Lansing Chapel, with Deacon John Fitch officiating. The family will receive friends from 10 a.m. until time of service at the Funeral Home. For those wishing, memorial contributions may be made to Capital Area Humane Society or the Veterans Administration in memory of Jack Coppens. Friends may sign the online guestbook at www.palmerbush.com.

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Published by Lansing State Journal from May 2 to May 3, 2010.

Memories and Condolences
for Jack Coppens

6 Entries

Sherry Fouts (Coppens)

May 5, 2010

I have a Life time of Memories that no one can take away. In my entire life I never heard my Father say anything bad about another person, always there to give you a helping hand. His pleasure was the Houghton Lake,fishing, boating,and being with friends / family. Never met a Stranger he didn't like, a true People Person to everyone. Enjoyed fishing with Jack / Donnie or his Grandson A.J., water skiing, and being with the Henrys his entire life along with Mom. He lost part of that when he had to leave. He is Happy now with the Lord, Mom and his Parents and Sister. And his 2 children that went to the Lord at Birth. They are all now together, never to be seperated again. God Bless you All ~

Aj Fouts

May 3, 2010

Grandpa you will always be in my heart and never forgotten. Give Grandma a hug and kiss for me.
Love You Always

Jack&Helga Coppens

May 3, 2010

Dad you are allways with us

Helga Coppens

May 3, 2010

To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.

Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."

It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.

God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.

When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.

I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.

There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.

If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.

So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.

And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.

Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
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Randy Losinger

May 3, 2010

I remember Jack and Bonnie from the dirty laundry days. My father, Leland Losinger worked there as well. I also remember Bonita. My brother Kurt and I were sorry to hear of your loss. Our prayers are with you. Randy Losinger

Sue Underwood

May 2, 2010

Hello Bonita and family,

So sorry to read about your dad's passing.....it is especially difficult when both parents make their transition...we are like orphans. The picture looks just like I remember your dad many years ago when we were kids at St. Casimir School.

Love,

Sue (Shaver) Underwood

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