Hyo Copinga

There's not a day that goes by that I don't think about Hyo and how unfair it is that he is gone. He was one of the coolest guys I knew, and everyone who new him is very lucky. I grew up with him and his kids and just wanted to say how grateful I am to have had that opportunity. He's a great person who will be remembered by all the awesome things he did and fun memories he created. He is truly missed.

I miss and Love you dad, I cannot believe you are gone and cannot thank you enough for everything you have given and taught all of us, I know you are watching over us in a different way now, but I cannot help but feel cheated out of more years with you here with us. I love you dad, you are the best dad anybody could ever ask for. Thank you for everything

Dear Family of Hyo, I knew Hyo when I was very young. He used to come to Escalante, Utah with Havey Dean Gates and help on the ranches. We were one of the lucky one to have him help us gather cattle on the KRS ranch. He was a big tease and very good looking. We always had a great time when he was around. We are sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Sincerely,

Hyo...I miss you Uncle!!!
Your bright smile, sense of humor and playful spirit brought happiness to all who knew you. I will miss our conversations! I am so thankful for the special evening I had with you and John at the Huntsman Cancer Institute. I will always treasure that evening!

Dear Charlotte, Tiffany, Shannon, Danny, Katie and Kira...Words cannot express how very sorry I am for your loss. Please always remember how very special you are to me and my family and how much...

Dear Charlotte, Tiffany, Shannon, Danny, Katie and Kira,
Just days before departing to Floriday I visited with Hyo and Charlotte. We talked of John and Hyo gave me a lot of help and perspective. I'll always remember that last meeting as I knew that I could depend on Hyo for help and advice after John's passing. Hyo will be missed by so many people in many different ways.
Hyo and all the brothers could be so overwhelming at first, there was always a lot of pinching, poking and...

Hyo,
There have only been two other men in my life, my father being the first, that have had a profound effect on how I live my life. You are my mentor and teacher in life. The In-Law part of our relationship disappeared the moment I met you. We became brothers. You once told me that I will always have family in Salt Lake. You welcomed me into the Copinga Clan with open arms. I will never say goodbye to you because you are always in my heart and mind. There are not enough words to...

Hyo was the light of my life. All my Brothers were, and now they are all gone. Hyo, I miss you with every ounce of my being. I don't really like this new world that I have to get used to. A world without brothers, is a world I'm having difficulty getting used to. The thing that keeps me going, is knowing that you are all okay. Of that I'm sure.

Charlotte, Tiffany, Shannon, Danny, Katie and Kira: You know how much you mean to me and also know that you can depend on me for...

Dear Charlotte and children,

We, tante Liesje and I, were and still are shocked after we heard the devastating news from Marijke.

I remember my cousin as a charming and energetic man who seemed to be always on the move. I saw him a lot of times at your mother-in-law's house where I Stayed. He was always like a whirlwind then. Checking whether his mother was doing well, at the same time checking the fridge, at the same time solving some minor problem (major problems...

The Copinga Family,
I am saddened at the great loss you've suffered. Jared has such great "uncle" stories to share about his childhood and how important these men were to him. They taught him so many important things; especially how to be a wonderful Dad.
May the peace of the Lord be with you and your families.