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Michael Livingston Cope

1958 - 2021

Michael Livingston Cope obituary, 1958-2021, Gary, IN

BORN

1958

DIED

2021

Michael Cope Obituary

Michael Livingston Cope made his heavenly transition on October 14, 2021. The youngest of two boys, Michael was born on August 6th 1958 in Chicago, Illinois. Michael is preceded in death by his father, Garrett Livingston Cope, and his mother, Barbara (Moore) Cope. Surviving Michael are his devoted wife of 21 years Patricia (Roberson) Cope, two sons, Nave' Nicholas Roberson, and Brandon Manuel, and a daughter, Michelle Jones. Also mourning Michael's passing are a step-daughter, Kimberly Roberson, two step-sons, Paul Roberson and Robert Marshall, a loving brother, Garrett David Cope, many beautiful grandchildren and many other relatives and friends, near and dear, from far and wide, all of whom, whether mentioned here or not, were loved. Funeral Services will be held Thursday, October 21st at Zion Progressive Cathedral International, 1169 Connecticut St. at noon. Visitation will be from 10:00 am until time of service t 12:00PM. [email protected]

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Published by Post-Tribune on Oct. 20, 2021.

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Joan White

October 4, 2025

I knew Michael back in the 80s and remember him fondly, I'm sorry to hear of his passing and send condolences to his wife, children and Garrett.

Will Hargrove

October 27, 2021

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. My deepest condolences...

Reginald Waddell

October 22, 2021

Deep Condolences to the Cope Family at this time. Always I´ll remember the grace and dignity brother Garrett honored my brother David Waddell when he passed three years ago.

Patrice Harris Matthews

October 20, 2021

We attended Carver Elementary school together! He was a fun person as a youngster! RIP Michael!

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Nancy Harris Fortner

October 20, 2021

Condolences to the Cope Family-Michael and I were classmates at Carver Elementary, years ago!!! Had never seen him since then but remembered he and his brother, Garrett.

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10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Zion Progressive Cathedral International

1169 Connecticut St., IN

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Funeral service

12:00 p.m.

Zion Progressive Cathedral International

1169 Connecticut St., IN

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