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for Gilbert Copeland
Wayne Morgan
November 1, 2017
I am heart broken!!! I just learned that my dear Friend and Mentor, Gil Copeland has recently passed away. God must have needed another Angel!!! He was an AMAZING soul!!! The memories with live on!!! Mr. Gil, you will be missed Sir!!! Rest In Peace!!! You are with your Brothers again in Heaven!!! I love you!!! Miss Laura if you need anything I am here for you and the boys!!!
Kim Lapara David
October 9, 2017
Mr.Gil lived an exceptional life. The last time I saw him was at Lakeview Grocery. He laughed & said, "If I don't die soon, nobody's going to be at my funeral... Everybody's Dying!"
Imagine Heaven when Al, their parents & Friends will all be there to greet him when he enters those pearly gates. Our Loss is Heaven Rejoicing.
My Sincere, Heartfelt Sympathy to Laura, Austin, Wade, Brad & Gil.
Donald Welge
August 25, 2017
Laura,
Please accept my sympathy at the loss of your husband Gil. I really liked and respected Gil.
I first meet Gil in 1968 when we established our first Tastee Donut shop with his help and the help of Dick Aleff, his assistant.
Gil and I worked together to open 3 new Tastee Donut shops; one in Cape Girardeau, MO, one on the Westbank Expressway in Gretna, and another in Baton Rouge.
He really had a wonderful knowledge of the fast food business and a very fine sense of humor. I still remember him taking me across the street from his office on Veterans Highway to an older small donut shop, which was closed. He and his brother Alvin were using the building to test a spicy chicken. That was the beginning of the famous Popeyes Fried Chicken.
The last time I talked to Gil was shortly after Alvin passed away and we had a very nice visit.
Strange as it may sound, I was just thinking of Gil the other day and was wondering how he was doing.
Please accept the small memorial I'm sending to the funeral home for the Al Copeland Foundation and my sincere sympathy to you and your family. We certainly will miss him.
Donald Welge
Pamela Emas-zouzou
August 22, 2017
Dear Gil i'll never forget the day you walked into my restaraunt until the last day i was there to help care for you. I shared w many people that my favorite part of the day was sharing talking and stories with you outside your house, wether it was raining, which u loved so much or just resting in the sunshine. I miss you wholeheartedly and will never forget what an incredibly nice gentleman you always were and the beautiful smile you always held.
Anthony Paternostro
August 22, 2017
Rest in pease my old friend.
Ron & Dana Jeandron
August 22, 2017
He lit up a room when he walked in with his beautiful smile.
He was a natural teacher with a generous heart.
New orleans lost another legend today and he will forever be missed
Michele & Jimmy Salvant, Brandon Melara
August 21, 2017
Laura, Austin, and Wade,
It's never easy to lose a loved one, no matter your age. May the love of family and friends comfort you in the days ahead. Your dad was a great storyteller and we will cherish the memories of laughter we shared. Blessed to know him.
Tina Hall
August 21, 2017
Rest in peace
Diane Williams
August 21, 2017
My deepest sympathies to the Copeland family. My thoughts and prayers for the Copeland family
Jaime Penate
August 21, 2017
My deepest sympathies to the Copeland family. May Mr.Copeland rest in Peace.
Jaime A. Penate and Sherri Hotchkin - Covington, LA
Rickey Caballero
August 21, 2017
It's been a pleasure to be in yours and Gil Jrs company over the years. Rest In Peace.
Dave Brennan
August 21, 2017
Will miss Gil. Great guy and friend. God speed!
Christopher Sylvain
August 21, 2017
Our deepest condolences to the Copeland family. Words could not express the eternal love and appreciation for Mr. Copeland. Honored that called me his friend. A great man...
BRENDA MAC
August 20, 2017
REMEMBERING THE FUN TIMES AND GREAT MEMORIES SHARED WITH GIL MAKES IT A BIT EASIER TO SAY GOODBYE---GIL MADE ME MY FIRST MARTINI IN HIS AND LAURA'S HOME ON THE NORTHSHORE AND WAS A SUPPORTING FIXTURE WITH MY MUSIC AT CHEHARDY'S----
YOU WILL BE MISSED--- BUT YOUR LIFE WILL ALWAYS BE CELEBRATED AS WE REMEMBER THE MAN, THE GENTLEMEN, GIL COMPLAND
Bryan Pigeon
August 20, 2017
A joy to be around. Keep an eye on me my friend.
Enjoyed the commercial real estate deals I did with you and Al.
Peter Bassil
August 20, 2017
It was a fascinating time working with Gil for years with Goodys cafe. He was a very smart man willing to share a wealth of life experiences. My prayers will be with the family during these times.
Peter
Lori. Lala Senac . Ray Ben salon
August 19, 2017
Love you and the family always ,Lori senac,
Julie Ricketts
August 19, 2017
Ive had the privilege of working for Gil for the last 7 or so years. Ive come to know Laura and their boys well. Im praying for comfort for them and all of his loved ones. What an experience he has afforded me and i will always be grateful. He truly was one in a million. RIP.
Goody's Crew
August 19, 2017
Sending prayers from the Goody's crew Judy, Ducky Dan Vic Kathleen Debbie Larry Melinda Mike and all the others who are treated so special at our second home Goody's café
Kenny Bouvier
August 19, 2017
Mrs. Laura Wade and Austin sending prayers Mr. Gill was a very nice person.
Edgar Faber
August 18, 2017
What a great guy. Miss him already.
Cindy Bodker
August 18, 2017
Deepest condolences to the Copeland family,
Terri Jurgelsky
August 18, 2017
Tears and condolences for the Copeland family and so many friends for the loss of dear Gil. I pray for comfort, peace, understanding and loving support for all. May he rest in the eternal glow of God's love.
Deborah Wells Olson
August 18, 2017
It saddens me so much to hear of Gilbert's passing. I had been thinking about him during the last few weeks and remembering our visit to New Orleans. Our deepest sympathy to the Copeland family.
August 18, 2017
Our condolences to the Copeland family,
Denise, Bubby, Donald LeCompte
God Bless.
kenneth wells
August 18, 2017
so sorry for the loss of
my uncle Gilbert had many great memories with him and the family I pray for the family and from the entire Wells family give our deepest sympathy. Kenneth wells, Lacombe,la.
This is from a welcome packet for potential Tastee Donut franchisees ,,, Circa Mid 1960s... We STILL have that packet on file!~
Bud Picou
August 18, 2017
Rest in Dear Gods peace,,, "Uncle"Gilbert....You were a GOOD man and the reason why My family is in the Donut Business ! We will FOREVER be thankful to be part of the TASTEE DONUT chain,, the Company that you founded ,, We now have our own brand ,, but ,, WE followed the principles that your company instilled on us and have had GREAT success in this industry,,We are forever GREATFUL to you,, for that!You will remain in our thoughts and prayers.....
Crystal S.
August 17, 2017
It was an honor to be able to know you and here some of your best stories as we sat and listened to your Jazz music. You were a great man. God bless you. May you now rest without anymore pain in peace.
Terry Harrington-Douglas
August 17, 2017
Our deepest sympathy to the Copeland family. I did not know him personally but, Crystal Smith a dear friend of ours made me aware of your loss. We'll be keeping you in our prayers.
Elgin and Terry Douglas
Baton Rouge Louisiana
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