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John Copper Obituary
John A. Copper passed away on May 24, 2017 at the age of 82. He is survived by his two sons, Steve and Doug; and five grandchildren. John grew up in Minneapolis, attended Washburn HS and then received Degrees in Business and Engineering at the U of Minnesota. After graduating, he married Jane and moved to California. John later received a Masters in Engineering at USC and an Engineers degree at Cal Tech. He worked as an aeronautical engineer at McDonnell Douglas for 35 years. John lived in RPV and PVE for 55 years. He had an active retirement, volunteering with Meals on Wheels, Habitat for Humanity, and tutoring at an elementary school in San Pedro. He served as President of the PV Symphony and the PV Tennis Club. In his free time he loved playing tennis, biking and gardening. He was active in his church as well. The family will be holding a private service. Please sign guestbook at dailybreeze.com/obits.
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Douglas MacKallor
August 4, 2018
Sorry to hear the news and to be so late in response.
Have really fond memories growing up with the Copper family. From hill forts to Dodger games, John was there along with his sons and then wife guided us through.
Gone, but certainly never forgotten.
Sincerely,
Douglas
Bill Dayton
September 21, 2017
Went to Margret Fuller Grade School, Ramsey Jr and Wasburn High School with John a tremendous friend and classmate
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June 15, 2017
Jody Wiggins
June 11, 2017
I'm saddened to hear of John's passing.
I knew that he was inducted into the International hall of fame due to his contributions to the space program.
HIs talents were many and I felt honored to know him.
I'm deeply sorry to the family for John's passing.
He was a good man and will be remembered for his brilliance.
Jody Wiggins
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June 7, 2017
We have many fond memories of John. We send our best wishes to his family.
Bill and Sue Goodale
Williamsburg, VA
Dwight Abbott
June 4, 2017
We were saddened to hear of John's passing, but thankful for the opportunity to know John and have his friendship. He was a positive, caring soul who gave more than he took and all who knew him benefited. Our condolences and best wishes to Jane and his family.
- Dwight & Jan Abbott
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