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Roderick Copeland Obituary

COPELAND II Roderick E. Copeland II, 23, departed this life and went to be with the Lord on March 25, 2009. A 2003 graduate of Franklin Heights High School. Preceded in death by great-grandmother Jannie Houston, grandparents Roberta Copeland and William Martin, three aunts and two uncles. Left to cherish his memory, mother, Vivian (Neil) Farmer; father, Roderick E. Copeland Sr.; step-mother, Tiffany Hamilton; siblings, Ramanda (Richard) Stone, Asja Farmer, Anthony Henry, Bryan, Ryan, Robin, Amber, Aubrey Copeland; grandparents, Jannie and Michael Farmer; aunts, uncles, other relatives and many friends. Celebration of Life Service at 12Noon on Wednesday, April 1, 2009 at House of God Church 1428 E. 18th Ave. Pastor Wanda Anderson, officiating. Family will receive friends from 10:30 a.m. until time of service. Arrangments entrusted to GARY MEMORIAL CHAPEL, 867 S. James Rd. Funeral Director, David Gary.

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Published by The Columbus Dispatch on Mar. 30, 2009.

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Ashli Peoples

July 24, 2009

R.I.P Rod u were the best only lord knows about the pain deep inside it gets hard but i'm keeping my head up and I'm sad You had to leave so soon but I would like to say i'm going to miss you and think of you forever"to let U kno we now share that rose Mr.Perfect"Love and Miss U Rod....R.I.P

Josh Keyse

May 27, 2009

Man it just seems like yesterday, we was all in school and you was always making us take the blame for you homie.....there wasnt a time when you didnt put a smile on everyones face around you. It's crazy man, cant believe you gone. God called you to him, he has other plans for you lil homie, just remember you in a better place and we all cant wait till we see you again. Look out for us all until that day comes. Gonna miss you homie. God Bless your parents and family!!! FHHS c/o 2003

Justin Rogers

May 8, 2009

Rod was a great friend, you would never see him angry at anyone he would always have a smile and a positive outlook towards everything. We'll miss ya buddy RIP Rod FHHS 03

sharae hinton

April 14, 2009

REST IN PEACE ROD U MADE A HUGE INPACT ON MY LIFE AND I KNO U IN A BETTER PLACE WATCHIN OVER ME ILL SEE U WHEN I GET THERE AND I SEND MY CONDOLENCES TO FRIENDS AND FAMILY

Gerald Curtis Sr

April 4, 2009

To the Farmer and Copeland Family, you have my heartfelt sympathy,and my deepest condolence. Rod was a good kid. I will miss him. I pray that the Almighty God will comfort you all, and give everyone of you peace in your time of grief. I will keep you all in prayer!
Gerald Curtis Sr,. and Family.

Jeremy J-Roc Jones

April 3, 2009

Rod,Whats good (Red) we had good times together you was a good friend and I LOVE YOU we ah see each other again.

One Love
Ya Boy Roc

Jeannine Golding

April 2, 2009

Rod, I remember playing with you like it was yesterday by south high. You and Ramanda were so close, but u always had to go do work with your dad, so we used to miss you around as youngsters. Now we really miss you. I am so glad i got to see you a couple times this year. I will miss your smile. R.I.P Bro. From your sis Jeannine!

Darryl Williams

April 1, 2009

To his family and friends, my prayers are with you. I'm very sorry for your loss.

Penny Golden

April 1, 2009

My prayer goes out to vivian and family. I am so sorry for your lost. May god be with you and your family.
Penny Denise Golden

Lauren Buck

April 1, 2009

Although i haven't seen you since high school it makes me so sad to know that you are gone!!! You were always so much fun to be around in high school, always getting all of us in trouble for laughing or talking to you!!!! RIP ROD!!!

Tesa Hutcheison

April 1, 2009

Rod,
Its been along time sorry we never got a chance to kick it this past year, u were a sweet/caring person and im glad we were friends... i remember riding the cota bus to school wit u n the mornings im glad i had someone i new to talk wit. u will be very missed! until we meet again!

April 1, 2009

Vivian& Family , Im so sorry for your loss. MY prayers are with you. Your friend & neihbor, Lisa Lawrence.

April 1, 2009

love & memories Ill never be fofgetting--Whit

Ms. Krinkle

April 1, 2009

Rod, only knew you briefly (1 1/2 yrs). You always had a smile on your face, and kind things too say. You will be missed. My God bless your family during this time.

jerome vance

April 1, 2009

No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. My deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.

Edna Chapman

April 1, 2009

Ramanda, we are sorry for your loss. We're praying for you.

Love,
Mom and Pop Chapman

markesheon deloach

April 1, 2009

man it has been a long time but it feels like yesterday i seen u runnin down tha hallways at school actin up never will i forget u bro look out for us all.1 love

Jeff Tabor

March 31, 2009

Rod man it will just never be the same again without you. I will remember the time with you always and never forget that smile and laugh as long as I live. Bless your family and friends, they are in my prayers as well as you. Until we meet again my friend.

Andrew Stewart

March 31, 2009

I love you Rodney and we will all miss you. I will miss your sense of humor and kindness. You left way to soon. Love u man. Andrew "Drew" Stewart

Richards

March 31, 2009

RIP Little Rod from the Bennetts and Richards family. We send are respects to the Farmers and others. Sorry for everyones loss Rod was a good young man.

Jessica Vickroy

March 31, 2009

Sheesh! I last seen you at Static in December. Being goofy! R.I.P ROD! My prayers go out to his family and friends.

Juan Barnes

March 31, 2009

I'am sorry for your loss, May the lord be with you and your family at this time of sorrow I watch Lil' Rod grow, he was a good young man , and will be sadly missed!

Jamie Jennings

March 31, 2009

May God bless the Copeland & Farmer family. Just know that Rod is in a better place then we are here on Earth.. I will keep u all in my prayers. May God Bless U all

Sarah Harris

March 31, 2009

I don't know where to start,first to the Farmer and Copeland Family I am soo sorry for your loss,your in my thoughts and prayers..and Rod,wow,you are gone way too soon,but I would like to thank you for looking out for my close friend Ke since day one back at FHHS,she loves you deeply and we will miss you dearly...He is now your Guardian Angel!

Sarah Harris

March 31, 2009

I don't know where to start,first to the Farmer and Copeland family I am soo sorry for your loss,my thoughts and prayers go out to you..and Rod wow you are gone way too soon, but I would like to thank you for looking out for my close friend Ke since day one back at FHHS,she loves you deeply and we all will miss you dearly...He is now your Guardian Angel!

kim johnson

March 31, 2009

God only choose the best so rest now little cuz and watch over the rest of us that is left down here in this mess... peace and love cuz Kim Johnson and the Kimettes 4-life.

stan

March 31, 2009

you will be missed lil homie! Condolences to your family!

DERECK [BOO] RICHARDSON

March 30, 2009

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Marshall Murray

March 30, 2009

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

Charen Hill

March 30, 2009

Vivian and the Farmer family,

I am so sorry for your loss. Even though I have not seen you all in years, please know that you are in my prayers.

Kourtney Williams

March 30, 2009

R.I.P. Rod. I wish I had more time to get to know you, but all I know is that Shae and her kids loved you and thought the world of you and that is enough for me. L.I.P.

David James

March 30, 2009

Its crazy... Rod. man words really cant express how i feel right now. all i can say is im going to miss you. and to the whole copeland family.. i know this is hard but just stay strong and keep your heads up.. Love all of u and may God be with you.

Rick Hatton

March 30, 2009

R.I.P. Rod i'll miss you bro,God called you home to be with him. i'll charish the times we kicked it in the store and on kent street laughing and having a good time. We all miss you

March 30, 2009

You were family to me We grew up Together as kids we use to be in Riverbend playing in the creek, or just playing outside in your grandmas backyard. Now as we got older we didnt see each other as much. But that didn't change how you touched my life, I was just looking at some recent pictures of you @ your grandmas, and you've grown so much( I see you with your grown man on!!)
You will truly be missed Rodney R.I.P

Chris Dawkins

March 30, 2009

To The Family:

I would like to express my sincere sympathy for your loss.

Chris & JoAnna Dawkins

Elaine Beard

March 30, 2009

Rodge,

May God give you and all your family and friends comfort during this most difficult of times. I am so so sorry for your loss of your son.
Elaine Beard

Jermaine McBride

March 30, 2009

R.I.P. Cousin. I just saw you man! unbelievable is all i can say.

Missy McBride

March 30, 2009

The Entire Farmer Family: I'm in shock! I remember when he was born! Before the other kids it was always little Rodney and Deda. Deda stay strong for your mom and other siblings I know you can because you have always been a strong girl who turned into an amazing woman. Vivian you already know I got you and love you big sis! Always! Little Rodney is in heaven with Tina thats my only comfort right now. The McBride Family definetly has you all in our hearts and prayers.
Aunt Missy will always think of you little Rodney!

Amy Fleshman

March 30, 2009

Words cannot explain the pain that I feel for Rod being gone. He was one of my best friends. He always had a smile on his face and was able to make any one laugh no matter what the situation. Things would have been totally different if Rod was never in my life. It kills me inside to know I will never be able to see that smile or hear him laugh again. He will be sadly missed. RIP ROD!!! WE LOVE YOU!!!

David and Gerri Gary and the staff of GARY MEMORIAL CHAPEL

March 30, 2009

To the Copeland Family:

We would like to express our condolences to your family during the passing of your loved one.

We pray that your memories sustain you of the time shared together.

Thank you for your entrustment.

Jenna Butcher

March 30, 2009

Rod was a wonderful person, my years in high school wouldn't have been the same without him. He was always so positive and had a smile on his face. He will be deeply missed. My condolences go out to all his family and friends. May he rest in peace.

Lisa Jose

March 30, 2009

My thoughts are prayers are with Rod's family and friends!!! God bless you all! R.I.P. Rod!! C/O 03

Q-Tay Street

March 30, 2009

I'm so sorry for your loss. Rod was a good friend of mine's, and a classmate at FHHS. I have only the best memories of him. I wish his time on earth wasn't cut short. But I extend my deepest condolence to you all. May he rest in peace, and be forever in our memories&thoughts.

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