Clyde J. "Jeff" Cope

When I think on my time spent with Jeff, I keep landing on a particular lunch we had. The conversation led to his advocacy for the bone marrow donor system, which he unfortunately had much experience with. I told him how I came to join the registry when a friend and his family were holding donor drives after his young nephew was diagnosed with leukemia. I later got notice that I was a rare type who needed to make a follow-up commitment as any recipients I matched would be especially hard...

Jeff was like a younger brother to me. We encouraged each other from the first meeting and shared a respect we both worked to make evident. He as the good man the world so desperately needs and I shall miss him daily.

Jeff was the first friend of my husband's I met when we moved to Denver. He was always accepting, caring and became an instant forever friend. Larry and I enjoyed so many lovely evenings with Jeff sampling good food, fine wine and talking about good books. I will forever feel the loss of Jeff's keen intellect, compassionate friendship and delightful sense of humor.

Never got to spend enough time together, had planned to visit this spring to see your cabin and hang out for a few days.

Jeff was one of the best men I've ever known; a truly good soul. He always listened carefully, cared deeply, and gave his time generously. To make him smile and see his eyes dance was an absolute joy and I will miss him dearly.

Your beautiful tribute to Jeff TRULY says it all. It is an honor and a gift to have called him my friend. Sending peace and comfort to each of you, his family that he held so dear. He leaves an amazing legacy in his wake.

I’ve known Jeff since 7th grade. We use to laugh so hard that we cried. Having similar senses of humor we could always make each other laugh as well. Jeff was a true friend. Helping my son when he was diagnosed with cancer several years ago. My husband, Gene and I cherished our friendships with Jeff. God’s speed sweet Jeffy. We will miss you till that day when we will meet again.

when I was a children’s book buyer, Jeff was my sales rep for years. he was always my favorite. he used to put goofy things in the digital catalogs to see if anyone was paying attention - one season he put the same gif in every. single. listing. he was so proud of himself, LOL. we had such a good time talking about books and life in those years. I am so sorry he’s gone.

How incredibly blessed were we to know such a wonderful man. Jeff and my mom reconnected at just the right time in both of their lives. I am so thankful to God for bringing him to her, for loving her, for accepting her, for respecting her, and for providing the best and most fulfilling companionship she’s ever known here on earth. Thank you, Copes, for sharing him with us. Thank you, Paula, for giving him another two decades of life through your selfless bone marrow donation. Without that, my...