Paul Coppeler

Paul Coppeler

Upcoming Events

Sep

20

Celebration of Life

4:00 p.m.

Mickeys Pub

4105 Buena Vista Road, Columbus, GA 31907

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Paul Coppeler Obituary

Visit the McMullen Funeral Home and Crematory - Columbus website to view the full obituary.

Paul E. Coppeler, (68), of Columbus, GA passed away on September 5, 2025. Paul was a genuine, respectful, selfless, and reliable man. He was often described as being the “life of the party”, bringing such a positive impact on each person he met. He served in the military and was a proud member of the U.S. Army for 5 years. In his early years Paul enjoyed softball and bowling. Later on, he enjoyed attending sporting events with his son, golfing, hanging out by the pool, and spending time with his grandchildren.

Paul is survived by his son James and wife Lindsey Coppeler; two grandchildren Aelin and Grayson; sisters Darlene Anderson, Deborah and husband John Cross. 

Paul is preceded in death by his parents: James and Ada Coppeler. 

A celebration of life service will be held at Mickeys Pub (4105 Buena Vista Rd. Columbus GA 31907) on Saturday Sept. 20, 2025 at 4pm. 

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

McMullen Funeral Home and Crematory - Columbus

3874 Gentian Blvd., Columbus, GA 31907

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Upcoming Events

Sep

20

Celebration of Life

4:00 p.m.

Mickeys Pub

4105 Buena Vista Road, Columbus, GA 31907

Send Flowers

Only 5 days left for delivery to next service.