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Michael Coppa Obituary
Born in Paterson, Mr. Coppa lived there before moving to Pequannock. He was the vice president and treasurer of the NJ Concerns non-profit organization.
Services were Monday at Our Lady of Good Counsel R.C. Church, Pompton Plains. Arrangements were by the M. John Scanlan Funeral Home, Pompton Plains.
Mr. Coppa is survived by his wife, the former Mary Haskins; and his brother, Larry.
He was predeceased by his parents, Agostino and Jennie.
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Chris Traynor
February 9, 2013
We just learned of Mike's passing today, so please forgive this very late message of condolence. My family only knew of Mike as the "funny, helpful man who took our Chinese food orders" but just that small portion of Mike was enough to make an indelible impression. He was ALWAYS kind and always able to make us smile with his jokes and wisecracks and the "back and forth" he had with the female owner of Golden China. He always "under-promised" and "over-delivered" when it came to orders and delivery times. He was, in the very best sense of the word, a true, lovable character. We've missed him without knowing he was truly gone ... we wish he weren't. Please accept our deepest sympathies, The Traynors (Wayne)
October 8, 2011
Dear Mary,
On behalf of the staff and members of Spa 23, please accept our heartfelt sympathy on the loss of your husband. May you find peace and comfort during this difficult time.
Cary L. Adler, President
Donna Cetani
September 26, 2011
Mary, I was so sorry to learn of the loss of your love, Michael. My prayers are with you. Just imagine how happy he is catching all those fish in heaven though! With deepest sympathy,
Donna, Initial Encounter
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Gone Fishing!!!
Kim Millner
September 23, 2011
He left us all to soon, deepest sympathy to all family and friends.
Fisherman's Prayer
I pray that I may fish until my dying day, and, when it comes to my last cast;
I then most humbly pray,when in the Lord's great landing net and peacefully asleep; that in His mercy I be judged
big enough to keep.
GONE FISHING....
What a great guy! You will be greatly missed!
Carla Duval
September 23, 2011
Carla Costantino-Duval
September 23, 2011
I'm so sadden by this news. Big Mike was our fishing companion and we loved to go fishing with him all the time. My boys loved him very much!! Mike was such a kind hearted and fun loving person. You don't know how special you were to me and my boys ~I'm the one that was blessed to have been in your presence. You'll will be greatly missed . I know your reeling in some big ones up there :)
September 22, 2011
Dear Coppa Family, I am sadden to her of Michael's passing.He was my best friend in grammar school ST.MARYS.His smile&laughter will never be forgotten.My prayers are with you.
Debbie De Marco/ Antonucci
September 22, 2011
Mary, Our prayers are with you at this very difficult time. Bill and Maureen Burns
Rita and Eddie Phillips
September 21, 2011
Dear Mary, we were so sorry to hear of Michael's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
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