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David Copins Obituary
passed away on Thursday, September 19, 2019 in Tucson, AZ. Born in Boston, MA, November 21, 1940, to Judge Hy and Edna Copins, David and his family moved to Tucson in 1945. In his formative years, David attended several military academies including Pasadena Military Academy and others in Ohio and Michigan, learning and nurturing the many skills that personified David. David cherished his family and prided himself in being a friend to anyone he ever met. Walking along the streets of Tucson, people constantly stopped to chat with him - he never knew a stranger. Primarily interested in improving the lives of people with developmental disabilities, David was very active with the ARC- Association for Retarded Citizens. He served as a member of the Arizona Developmental Disabilities Planning Council for over 35 years, hardly ever missing a monthly meeting in Phoenix. For the past 15 years, David volunteered at the Postal History Foundation. His calendar was always full - devoting many years to Boy Scout Troop #733 at St. Joseph's Church in addition to entertaining with his keyboard and participating in events at the New Testament Baptist Church. David loved being involved, attending meetings and traveling to conferences. His surviving sister, Barbara Worth, lives in Scottsdale. A Celebration of Life will be held on what would have been his 79th birthday, Thursday, November 21, 2019 from 12:00 noon - 2:00 p.m. at the Monterey Court Studio Galleries & Cafe', 505 W. Miracle Mile, Tucson, 85705. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to one of David's favorite organizations or charity of your choice. Arrangements by EVERGREEN MORTUARY.
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Brenda Viner
October 13, 2019
David was a kind man who had so much energy. He liked keeping busy. I worked with him at the Arizona Training Program for about six years. He kept in touch with me for years while I was busy raising my kids and teaching at night. About once a month he called then he was busy with all of his activities. I ran into him a couple of years ago buying a coffee maker and we talked quite a bit about coffee. It was very fun to see him doing so well. May his memory be for a blessing.
Brenda Viner
Lizz
October 12, 2019
My heartfelt sympathies go out to your family during this difficult time. I hope the promise in 1 Thessalonians 4:14 can bring much comfort. Just knowing that there's a hope for the ones we have lost in death can be so reassuring.
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