S. Harold Copeland

S. Harold Copeland obituary, Richmond, VA

S. Harold Copeland

S. Copeland Obituary

Published by Richmond Times-Dispatch from Jul. 17 to Jul. 18, 2010.
COPELAND, S. Harold, 80, of Richmond, passed away Thursday, July 15, 2010. He is survived by his wife of 57 years, Mary Lou Copeland; sons, Edward Copeland of Orlando, Florida, David Copeland (Jeri) of Richmond, and Paul Copeland (Garnett) of Tappahannock; brother, Kenneth Copeland of Midlothian; grandchildren, Elizabeth, Sarah, and Christopher Copeland and Jennifer Clark of Richmond; and other close family members and friends. Harold was preceded in death by grandsons, Conner and Jake Copeland. Harold was born in Waverly, Virginia and came to Richmond at the age of 14 to serve as a page to Senator Garland Gray. After graduating from Fork Union Military Academy in 1948, Harold attended and graduated from RPI, now known as Virginia Commonwealth University, in 1953. Harold retired in 1994 from Fidelity Bankers Life after 38 years of service. Harold was a member of the Richmond Power Squadron. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Sunday, July 18, 2010 at the Parham Chapel, Woody Funeral Home, 1771 N. Parham Road, where his funeral service will be held 11 a.m. Monday. Interment Westhampton Memorial Park. Condolences may be offered at woodyfuneralhomeparham.com.



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July 27, 2010

Bernice & Kenny Wyatt posted to the memorial.

July 23, 2010

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July 20, 2010

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Bernice & Kenny Wyatt

July 27, 2010

We are thinking of all of you. He was a wonderful person to work with and to know along with his family.

John Swinger

July 23, 2010

Mary Lou and family, I was saddened to hear of Harold's passing, he was a great individual and will be missed by all who knew him.
My best wishes.
John & Darlene Swinger (friends & former FBL employees)

Shelby Hudson

July 20, 2010

Dear Copeland Family,
I met Mr. Copeland when I started working at Fidelity Bankers Life in 1978. He was the nicest person I'd ever met. Small world, my mother knew him as she also grew up in Waverly, VA. My sincerest sympathy. Shelby (Bishop) Hudson & Shirley (Little) Bishop

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July 20, 2010

Ed and Family,

Thinking of you at this difficult time. No one truly comprehends the loss that you feel, the sadness that you must be going through.

May the happy moments and cherished memories bring you comfort.

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BETTY WATKINS

July 20, 2010

MRS. COPELAND & FAMILY, I HAD THE PLEASURE OF WORKING WITH MR. COPELAND @ FIDELITY BANKERS LIFE. HE IS ONE THE FINEST SOUTHERN GENTLEMEN EVER. MY SINCERE SYMPATHY. (BERNICE'S SISTER)

July 20, 2010

Paul and family,
I am so sorry to hear about your Dad. Just know God will comfort you during this time of loss. Remember the happy times. Take care.
Debbie Seal Taylor

Fred Ryan

July 20, 2010

Mrs Copeland and Family, sorry to hear about Mr. Copeland's death. Our thoughts and Prayers are with you and the Family during these sadden times, GOD Bless,
Phyllis & Fred Ryan

July 19, 2010

David and family - It is always difficult to lose a loved one. Thankfully, God gives us memories of those we care for during our lifespan and that is something that can never be taken away. His spirit lives on in your hearts and you may even feel his presence from time to time. So even though he is in heaven, he will always be with his friends and family. I'm sending out prayers of comfort. Sincerely, Beth Baldwin, New Kent, VA

Nancy Tomlinson

July 19, 2010

So sorry to hear of Mr. Copeland's death. I had a camper beside him and his wife at Bethpage some time back. My sympathy goes out to his family at his time.

Cissie Green

July 18, 2010

Paul & family, we are so sorry to hear about your Dad. We know you have great memories of him, he was one of the lucky ones to have live so long.

Barabara & Bruce Meador

July 18, 2010

Ken, and family...we're thinking of ya, remember the good times--the fun times you've had w/your brother and he'll always be there w/ya.

Ed/Marietta Allman

July 18, 2010

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

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