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Richard Copes Obituary
AGE: 79 • Wilmington
Mr. Copes departed this life August 08, 2014. In his younger years, Mr. Copes was a basketball player for the Wilmington Blue Bombers and also served in the US Army for 2 years, and the National Guard for over 20 years. Mr. Copes retired after 30 years as a teacher and administrator in the Wilmington Public School System and Red Clay School District. He was a member of the Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Canaan Baptist Church, and was also an active gardener in the Bellevue State Park Gardens. He leaves to cherish his memory his companion of 30 years, Ms. Mary H. Harvey; his 4 siblings, Yvonne J. (Larry) Gilliam, Shirley A. (Amos) Copes, Barton H. (Priscilla) Copes, and Cameron Copes; sister-in-laws, Phenoris and Lorraine Copes; a devoted longtime friend, Donnis (Vera) Pearcy; a host of other relatives and friends. Funeral 11am, Fri., Aug. 15th at Canaan Baptist Church, 3011 New Castle Ave., New Castle, DE; viewing 9am-10:45am only. His burial will take place in Auburn, NY in Fort Hill Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, please make contributions to Canaan Baptist Church Building Fund.
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Betty Christian
August 7, 2024
He was a great comrade and special friend. 2976 he was the greatest co worker and served the Army Reserves to the best. Ret MSG Betty Christian
bobby j jackson
August 8, 2020
Great teacher and role model. R.I.P.
Robert Bostick
August 19, 2014
Mr. Copes taught me at Elbert Elementary School, and greatly influenced my development. He is one of the reasons I pledged Omega Psi Phi. A black male teacher at the elementary school level. Indeed, a dying breed. RIP
Valerie Lewis
August 18, 2014
My condolences to the Copes Family. Mr. Copes was my elementary school teacher many years ago and I never forgot him. I will never forget his smile and his energy in the classroom. He was a good teacher and he always showed us kids that he cared. REST IN PEACE MR COPES.
betty christian
August 16, 2014
I worked with MSG Copes at 2076 USAR school, Army Reserves, always a great instructor and good soldier and good friend. he will be missed, prayers to family.
MSG Lisbon
August 15, 2014
Death, it is only his body that fades away but his precious memories always stay. Though he cannot be with us any more we are compensate with our smile of his memories. A big man with a bigger heart, blessing to his family and friends
Lewis & Mary Dougls Copes
August 14, 2014
Dickey,
we are lighting a candle in celebration of your wonderful life & glorious going home celebration, we love you & will miss you.
Kim Hobson
August 14, 2014
Mr. Copes was a great teacher! My condolences to his family.
Adam Mekler
August 14, 2014
Mr. Copes was indeed a great teacher, a fact I can appreciate much more so many years later. Prayers and thoughts for his family and friends.
August 14, 2014
My condolences goes out to Mr Copes family. He was my elementary teacher back in the fifties great man and educator who always had a pleasant smile when greeting everyone he met.I kept in touch and will cherish his kind words of encouragement.But know he's at peace now
Arlene J
August 13, 2014
A fine gentleman and committed educator. My condolences to Mr. Copes' family, and my prayers for Richard as he journeys homeward.
Peace,
Lloyd+
(Rev. Canon Lloyd S. Casson)
bobby jackson
August 13, 2014
Great teacher and great man,condolence to the family.
Chris McBride
August 13, 2014
Sad passing! Mr. Copes was a GIANT at our school, a good man and a very good teacher! My thoughts and prayers are with his family.
S Wiland
August 13, 2014
He was a great teacher, one of the few I remember. He taught me many many years ago and I still remember him. My condolences to the family of this great man.
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