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John Lewis Copeland Jr.

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Serenity Funeral Home

20419 Hwy 36

Covington, Louisiana

John Copeland Obituary

John Lewis Copeland Jr., age 53, passed away Thursday, March 2nd, 2017. He was the loving father of Ceiara Jordan her husband Micah, children Elliot, Etienne, Lavender, and Stillwater; his daughter Bailey Andressen Copeland; and his son Caynan John Copeland and his wife Kimberlie. He is also survived by his sister Janet Marie Copeland Roy, children Logan and Lucas, as well as his brother Anthony Christopher Copeland and his wife Michaela. John was born in New Orleans, Louisiana, graduated from Covington High School in 1981, and attended Southeastern Louisiana University. He was a celebrated member of the Covington High Lions football team and was affectionately known amongst family and friends as an esteemed chef. Memorial service to be held at 1pm on Saturday, March 18th at St. Peter Catholic Church located at 125 East 19th Ave, Covington, Louisiana 70433. Interment will be private. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Covington High School, c/o Greg Salter 73030 Lion Dr. Covington, LA 70433 so that a Memorial Award in John's name can be created.

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Published by The New Orleans Advocate from Mar. 11 to Mar. 18, 2017.

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March 20, 2017

Rest peacefully John. Your friendship was a gift.
You were a funny, kind hearted, genuine, giving person and we will miss you.

March 15, 2017

May the God of all comfort be with the family and give you peace.

Sean Gilson

March 13, 2017

Rest in peace brother, many great memories with you.

A B

March 13, 2017

My condolences goes out to the family during this difficult time. May you find a measure of comfort in God's promise found at John 6:40 which says that soon we will all see our loved ones again.

March 13, 2017

The God of all comfort will bring the family peace.

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