Ermel Copley

Ermel Copley obituary, Louisa, KY

Ermel Copley

Ermel Copley Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Young Funeral Home - Louisa on Feb. 27, 2026.
Ermel Copley, 91, of Webb, WV went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, February 24, 2026. Ermel was born September 2, 1934 in Webb, WV to the late Monroe and Sarah (Sagg) Copley. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife Kay Robinson Copley and son William Copley.

Ermel was a retired logger, welder, and pastor.

Survivors include his children Michael, Mary Ann, Virginia, Ermel, Jr., Ruth, Janet, and Erma; siblings Ralph, Judy and Lexie; and a host of grandchildren, great grandchildren, and great great grandchildren.

Burial service will be Sunday, March 1, 2026 at 2:00 PM at Lycan Family Cemetery.

Young Funeral Home has been entrusted with the care of Mr. Copley and his family.

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