Photo courtesy of Mattson Funeral Home & Cremation Service
Blaine, Minnesota
Jul 15, 1933 – Aug 22, 2012 (Age 79)
Doyle Copeland, age 79 of Blaine, passed away August 22, 2012 while surrounded by his family and best of friends. Doyle was a longtime employee of MNDOT. When asked, Doyle wanted to be remembered as a healthy, loving man who enjoyed family gatherings and visits from family and many friends. Doyle will be fondly missed by his loving wife of 59 years, Adeline; children, Mary (Merl), Jane (Jeff), Karla, Ruth (Rob); grandchildren, Mason, Mya, Jenessa, Rory (Jenna), Addy, Kendra, Kayla; great grandchildren, Marley and Karson; sister, Lavay (Charlie) Hodgson. He was preceded in death by his parents, Albert and Olga; son, Mark; son-in-law, Steve; sister, Fern; brother, Arden. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10:00 a.m., Monday, August 27, 2012 at the Church of St. Timothy, 707 89th Avenue NE, Blaine. Visitation will be held from 3:00-5:00 p.m., Sunday at Mattson Funeral Home, 343 North Shore Drive, Forest Lake; continuing one hour prior to mass at the church. An additional visitation will be held from 10:00-11:00 a.m., Tuesday at Joseph Vertin and Sons Funeral Home, 303 5th Street North, Breckenridge, Minnesota. Interment at St. Mary's Catholic Cemetery, Breckenridge, Minnesota. The family would like to extend a special thank you to Heartland Hospice and Kathy from Home HealthCare.
Not a day goes by that I don't think of you. Your smile, laugh, and good humor always seems to get me through. I have so many fond memories that I look back on and they always put a smile on my face. Just because you went to heaven, doesn't mean that I can't talk to you. I know you are looking down on me, helping me through life and guiding me. I love and miss you so much! Love always, Squirt <3
September 10, 2012
Doyle, was a gentle soul with the strength of a bull. A big man with an even bigger heart. God just doesn't seem to make them like that anymore. Thank you for the memories of my youth, the blessing of your handshake and your smile. God Speed
Bob Eidsvoog
September 10, 2012 | Alexandria, VA
So very sorry to hear about Doyle I have many fond memories of him our thoughts and prayers are with you Love larry and Barb Norring.
September 07, 2012
Copelands, so sorry for your great loss. Doyle was a wonderful person that always made me feel welcome. I also have many memories through the years.
I pray for God to wrap his arms around you in this tough time. He and Grandpa can be together and cause some trouble now.
Sorry I am unable to make it to the services. I am with you all in spirit.
God Bless.
Amy Henderson
August 26, 2012 | Fargo, ND
Doyle, you were simply one of my favorite people to visit. I have so many great memories to get me through the time until I can see you again. Tell Grandma and Grandpa hi for me.
Copeland family, I'm sorry I can't be there for you in person, but know you are in my thoughts and prayers always. We will see you soon.
Erica Henderson
August 26, 2012 | Fargo, ND
With lots of love and many good memories! My thoughts are with you...
Patience Gariepy
August 26, 2012 | Coon Rapids, MN
Love you always
Kendra Gariepy
August 25, 2012 | Stacy, MN
God saw that he was getting tired,
and a cure was not to be,
So he put his arms around you
and whispered,"Come with me".
With tearful eyes we watched you,
and saw you pass away.
Although we loved you dearly
we could not make you stay,
A golden heart stopped beating
hard working hands at rest.
God broke our hearts to prove to us
He only takes the BEST. Dad you will be missed by many. Love ya, #5
Wendy Miller
August 25, 2012 | Baxter, MN
You are in my thoughts and prayers. Uncle Doyle you will be missed.
Vickie Tenney
August 25, 2012 | Modesto, CA