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Parker Cope Obituary
A member of Salem United Brethren Church, Pete's passion was the feeding the hungry and helping the homeless. For years he ran the food pantry at Christian Life Assembly of God. He is survived by his wife, Tracy Bonsell Cope, whom he married October 28, 2004; two sisters, Cheryl Smith of Philadelphia and Rita Lewars of Levittown, PA; two step-children, Shelby and Aaron Lawyer, both of Chambersburg, and a number of nieces and nephews.
Pete's memorial service will be held at 11 AM on Friday, February 6, 2009 in the Salem United Brethren Church, 4349 Letterkenny Road, Chambersburg, PA 17201. Rev. Arthur Page and Rev. Jason Bakker will officiate. The family will receive friends at the church one hour prior to the service.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Salem U.B. Church Mission Fund at the above address, or to the Bountiful Blessings Food Ministry at Christian Life Assembly of God, 1400 Warm Spring Road, Chambersburg, PA 17202. Arrangements are entrusted to the Thomas L. Geisel Funeral Home and Cremation Center. Online condolences may be expressed at geiselfuneralhome.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Parker Cope
tammy kauffman
February 9, 2009
tracy i am truly sorry about your losstake day by day youll never get over it youll just learn to deal with it you are in my prayer
Denise Angle
February 6, 2009
Tracy, Shelby and Aaron,
I'm so sorry for the loss you have suffered. May it give you comfort to know that many of your friends are praying for you at this time. God be with you.
Cindy Brindle
February 5, 2009
My heart goes out to you at this time and in the days ahead.
Dale, Michelle, Kayla, and Brianna McPherson
February 5, 2009
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
BETSY HARRIS
February 5, 2009
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
SO SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT PETE.
Roxie Gettel
February 5, 2009
Tracy, Shelby, & Aaron,
You are in our prayers.
Love,
Your nephew Jordan, Roxie, and Josh
Sarah Robinson-Prince
February 4, 2009
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
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