Mark Copeland Obituary
He was born on July 6, 1929, to the late James and Mayme (McDaniel) Copeland in Jefferson City, Missouri
Mark was a proud and distinguished Army Veteran, joining the Army in 1951 in Kansas City, and serving until 1953 where he was released at Camp Carson in Colorado. After his time In the Armed forces, Mark pursued a career in painting and started the Mark Copeland Painting INC and ran it for over 15 years.
He enjoyed a life rich in simple pleasures and meaningful service. His hobbies and interests included fishing, gardening, construction projects, and painting, where his hands were rarely still and his creativity always at work. He especially loved BBQing for family and friends, a time when laughter and good food were always shared. He was a proud member of the American Legion and the VFW, and a devoted member of St. Peter's Catholic Church, where his faith and sense of community were an important part of his life.
Mark is survived by his Wife; Lucille Rose Copeland, Son; Brad Copeland, Daughters; Cherie Copeland, Elisa Oetting, grandchildren; Eric Copeland, Taylor (Aiden) Fellers, Jenny Oetting, Sonya Oetting, great-grandchildren; Damien Napier, and Ian Oetting; and great-grandchild; Everleigh Oetting, Declan Copeland, and Bronson Copeland
He was preceded in death by his brother; Eugene Copeland.
In lieu of flowers, expressions of sympathy may be made to the American Red Cross.
Friends and family will be received from 9:00a.m. to 10:00a.m. on Monday, February 2, 2026, at St. Peter's Catholic Church. A Mass of Christian Burial will follow at 10:00a.m. with Rev. Msgr. Robert A Kurwicki, VG officiating. Entombment will be at Resurrection Catholic Cemetery Mausoleum.
Arrangements are under the direction of HOUSER-MILLARD Funeral Directors, 2613 W. Main St.; Jefferson City, MO 65109. (573) 636-3838. Condolences may be left for the family online at www.millardfamilychapels.com
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Ken and Chris Marsch
January 30, 2026
The is Ken and Chris Marsch. I am the son of August and Loretta (Bonnot) (Copeland)) Marsch.
You have our sympathy on the passing of Mark. I lost contact with Mark and Lucille a long time ago. That's life but I do remember the times that Mark and Lucille was visiting My Grandmother (Copeland). We played a lot of bingo games at her home in those years. My Grandfather (Bonnot) was also happy to see Mark and Lucille. I am getting up in age and losing a lot of people that I knew in the past. I contacted my brother, Dan Marsch and advised him of Mark's passing. He was sad to hear the news. We will also remember the old days. We also contacted my sister Sue Bush (Marsch) with the sad news. We all remember and know that Mark has the blessed hope of eternity with God. We will all be re-united. My wife any myself attend St. Martins parish and will pray for the departed regularly.
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