Photo courtesy of Colonial Funeral Home of Scott County - Weber City
Dec 29, 1932 - May 28, 2014
To Bob Copeland Family:
Please know that we are thinking of you with some touching, happy, memorable moments with each of you, I personally love you and you will have a special place in my heart always,
.Sandra Light-Lawson
June 02, 2014
So sorry for your loss. I have great memories of you all being at Jonesville United Methodist Church and how wonderful you were to my family.
Please accept my condolences.
Marilyn Cox Sweeney
June 02, 2014 | Murrells Inlet, SC
Our family has fond memories of Rev.Copeland and his family from The Methodist Camp on Stoney Creek. My Grandmother, Ruth McNew, worked at the Camp in the kitchen for several years and thought very highly of Mr.Copeland and his family. Rev.Copeland was so kind to hold her funeral in 2005. Rev.Copeland was a gentle and gracious man. May the memories you have warm your heart.
Phyllis & Jennifer McConnell
Jennifer McConnell
June 01, 2014 | Kingsport, TN
Christi and family-
We were so sorry to hear about your dad. You all are in our prayers.
BK & Kim Parsley
June 01, 2014
Phyllis and Jerry Browning's message says it all. We were privileged to have your family at Rutherford during our teen years. Brother Bob was a very special person. The Tillett family sends their condolences. We have been remembering many of the Bro.Bob stories since we heard of his passing. Love to you all.
Lynnda Tillett Tenpenny
June 01, 2014 | Knoxville, TN
Suzy and family,
We are so sorry to hear of the passing of Rev. Copeland. I always enjoyed our services when he would fill in for us at Pennington FUMC.
It's hard to let them go, but knowing where he is offers comfort and hope. Just know you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Rob & Susan Widener
June 01, 2014 | Ben Hur, VA
Brenda,Suzi,Christi,and Mary Lynn
So sorry to hear of Bob's passing. You are in my thoughts and prayers. I have fond memories of attending Holston View United Methodist when Bob was pastor there. Also, the Sundays spent at the Methodist weekend camp in Fort Blackmore. I hope that your hearts are filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Greta Sims
June 01, 2014 | Gate City, VA
Mary Lynn & Family, We were deeply saddened to hear of Bobs death. Please accept our most heartfelt sympathies. He made an impact on Loudon Methodist Church, on our family & our community. Reverend Copeland was a fine man and a servant of Jesus Christ.
Joe & Jody Mourfield
June 01, 2014 | Loudon, TN
Brenda, Suzi and Christi,
Tony and I were so sorry to hear of the loss of your father this morning. Mr. Copeland was always such a kind and caring man to all. Please know you are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
Love,
Gary Herron & Tony Oxley
June 01, 2014 | Greenville, SC
Weber City, VA.-Rev. Robert M. (Bob) Copeland Jr. 81, passed away Thursday, May 28, 2014 at Wellmont Holston Valley Hospital. Rev. Copeland Graduated from Old Knox High School (Knoxville),University of Tennessee and Candler School of Theology at Emory University. He is a retired member of the Civil Air Patrol Lieutenant Colonel, Weber City Loins Club, Holston View UMC Choir.He is a retired member of Holston Conference of the United Methodist Church with 43 years pastoring churches in Tennessee, Virginia and Georgia. He was preceded in death by his parents Robert Mack Sr. and Emma Amanda Cardwell Copeland; one sister Marilouise Copeland Hammond.Mr. Copeland is survived by his wife Mary Lynne Copeland; three daughters Brenda Byrd and husband Dale, Suzy Burke and husband Scott, Christi Stapleton and husband Chris all of Weber City; grandchildren Ked, Logan, Maria and Wesley Byrd of Weber City, Kellie and Rich Rose of Lexington, VA., Katie and Keener Burke of Weber City, Isaac, Adam and Robbie Stapleton of Weber City, great-grandchild Carter Rose of Lexington, VA.; nephews Dwayne Hammond, Craig Hammond and Mark Hammond.The family will receive friends Sunday, June 1, 2014 from 4-7 p.m. at Holston View United Methodist Church and other times at the home of the daughter Suzy. Funeral service will follow with the Rev. Don Hanshaw, Rev. Gordon Goodgame and Rev. Charles Lipse officiating. Graveside service will be held 10:00 a.m. Monday, June 2, 2014 at Holston View Cemetery. Pallbearers will be the grandchildren, Honorary Pallbearers will be the Holston Conference Clergy Members.Special thanks to his church family of Holston View United Methodist and Holston Conference Clergy.In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to Holston View United Methodist Church debt reduction fund.Online condolences may be made to the family of Rev. Robert M. (Bob) Copeland Jr. by visiting our website at www.colonialfhscott.com.Colonial Funeral Home is honored to serve the family of Rev. Robert M.
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