Vanessa-Copeland-Obituary

Photo courtesy of J M Wilkerson Funeral Establishment, Inc. - Petersburg

Vanessa D. Copeland

Mar 6, 1953 - Mar 6, 2026

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I’m going to miss my mom

Just reflecting on our Predestined Women’s Ministry days how God would come in a sweep through the room am you were right there to receive. Vanessa, we sang together, prayed together and even screamed together. All to the glory of God. I know you’re resting in His arms now. Family I am praying for you.

Aunt Vanessa you were my inspiration. I am grateful for you!

Aunt Nessa, You were more like my big sister than my Aunt and my favorite aunt at that. I'll never forget how you always stood up for me and protected me. More that than you provided me with my first best friend outside of my sibling group, your son, the late Anthony L Brown. I am eternally grateful for you , your love and all the fond memories that I will forever cherish. Till we meet again.

Willis Ray Winslow

May the God we know encourage your heart, soul and body in your time of need.

To Angelia and family: I am sorry for the loss of your mother. May God and the Angels embrace you all during this time of mourning.

Grandmaw it’s unbelievable I’m writing this. I will miss you with every fiber of my being. You’ve helped mold me into the woman I am today. Save a spot for me up there. No more pain. Love you immensely. Tell my daddy I said “What uppppp” Love Grandma boo ❤

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Vanessa's Obituary

Vanessa Copeland was born on March 6, 1953 in Norfolk, Virginia to the parents of Melvin and Verdell Brown. Vanessa was a dedicated wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend. She did many things during her lifetime but the one passion she had was becoming a Licensed...

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