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Charles Copple Obituary
Charles Richard Copple
Dec. 4, 1934 - Nov. 19, 2022
MUNSTER - Charles Richard Copple, 87, of Munster passed away peacefully on November 19, 2022.
Charles was born on December 4, 1934 to the late C.R. Copple and Pauline (nee Whitlock); He is preceded in death by his parents; and brother: Robert
Charles was employed at IBM Chicago as a finance manager for 30 years. A member of the First Baptist church of Hammond, IN. He enjoyed golf, a loyal Chicago Cubs and Chicago Bears fan and being a long-term member of the Lansing Country club. A graduate of Hammond High school in 1953 and Depauw University in 1957. A member of the Delta Kappa Uplison fraternity. He served two years active duty in Germany in the U.S. Army. Charles loved his evening, Jack Daniels. He had a special love for his CTS red Cadillac; much to the laughter of his friends. Charles is survived by his long-term companion, Barbara Pressler, who he re-met at their 50th class reunion. Special family members: Pamela and Tim Bodley of St. Joseph, MI, their children: Jillian (Bryan) Wyatt; their grandchildren: Pressler, Redding, and Janel Bodley of Ohio; Lauren, Dan (Murphy) and their children: Jack, Quinn of Michigan, Darcy (Tom) Kutzer of Highland, IN. Private services will be handled by Burns Kish Funeral home.
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Alex and Regina Duarte
June 27, 2025
Feeling your loss, Charles!!! Reflecting on many good memories during childhood and adulthood. May you rest in peace and know you are treasured.
Scott
November 26, 2022
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
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