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Craig Copen Obituary

Copen Craig D. Copen, age 33, of Pickerington, died March 12, 2013. Born September 7, 1979, Craig was a beloved father, son and brother, graduated from Pickerington High School in 1998 and was employed by the Concord Mortgage Group. He was preceded in death by his grandparents Roy C. Copen Sr., and Robert Duffman and uncle Carl Copen. Craig is survived by his parents, David and Debra Copen; sisters, Danielle (Shane Anderson) Augustine and Angela (Brian) Miller; son, Parker Copen-Wilkins; niece, Emily Lemon; nephew, Cole Miller; grandparents, Dorothy Duffman of Lancaster, Donald (Clara) Mitcham of Greenville, PA and Ruth (Jerry) Humphrey of Columbus; and many friends. Friends may visit Friday, 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at Epiphany Lutheran Church, 268 Hill Road North (St. Rt. 256), where the funeral will be held Saturday, 11 a.m. Rev. Timothy Kuenzli officiating. A private inurnment will take place at a later date. Donations may be made to Epiphany Lutheran in Craig's memory. Arrangements by the DWAYNE R. SPENCE FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATORY, Pickerington, OH. Online condolences at www.spencefuneralhome.com.
Published by This Week Community Newspapers from Mar. 13 to Mar. 14, 2013.

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misty siders

March 8, 2014

Miss u buddy

May 20, 2013

I miss you so very much. I know you are an angel now.

Caitlin Wilkins

May 5, 2013

Parker and I went to visit you yesterday. We left daisies, and only you know why. You will always be with us, and he will always know his father.

March 24, 2013

So sorry for your loss!
Doug, Stacey, and Katelyn Householder

Wanda

March 18, 2013

Copen Family,
Deepest sympathies are offered. May remembering Craig bring you comfort. And may the "God who give peace," give you strength.

Jennifer Knipp

March 17, 2013

To everything you told me over the past few months...ditto :)

You are definitely missed

Dave & Debra Copen

March 17, 2013

Good Night our Son. May You Rest in God's Peace

Mom and Dad

Lisa

March 16, 2013

I am deeply saddened by Craig's passing. My condolences to the entire family.

Kitty Shadbolt

March 16, 2013

I am so sorry to hear of this tragic loss.

Karen Corcoran

March 16, 2013

I am so sorry to hear of Craig's passing. He was a good person and will be missed.

Angela and Michelle Berry

March 15, 2013

Our thoughts and prayers are with you...

March 15, 2013

Holding on to my memories of him

Beth Gogol-Foust

March 15, 2013

Ive known Craig since elementary school-high school! We rode the same school bus. His passing is quite a shock. He will be forever missed! Love you buddy!! Until we meet again. R.I.P. <3

Rob Barry

March 14, 2013

Craig was a joy to work with at Concord. Great sense of humor and he will be dearly missed. I am very sorry for your loss. My prayers are with all of Craig's family and friends.

Rashada Wilson

March 14, 2013

The world is a sadder place without his smile. He is truely missed and loved but never forgotten

Emily

March 14, 2013

I'm Going to miss you very much. I love you.

Sandy and Sarah Blanton

March 14, 2013

Even though we never knew your son we have known you as such loving parents and we are forever sorry for your families loss...prayers are sent your way!

March 14, 2013

He was my buddy and brother.

March 14, 2013

Sorry for your loss, in Lamentations 3:21-23 it says that God's mercies are new every morning great is his faithfulness. Praying for all the family and friends. Love and Prayers Maraella (WV)

Laura & Kelly

March 14, 2013

Little brother,

Our hearts ache for you & Deb and the girls.

Randy Heath Jim Copen (Copen)Benson

March 14, 2013

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

March 14, 2013

We love you now and forever.

Uncle Kelly & Aunt Laura

Carol Silvania

March 14, 2013

My deepest sympathy to your entire family. You all are in my thoughts and prayers.

Misty Siders

March 14, 2013

Craig was a funny, good hearted person, who always made me laugh. You will be missed buddy. I pray all family and friends have peace and serenity in their time of need. God Bless.

Jennifer Hall

March 14, 2013

May God comfort you in your time of need. You are all in my prayers.

Tamika Crews

March 14, 2013

To the family- I am so very saddened by your loss. "A good name is better than precious ointment; and the day of death than the day of one's birth."
Ecclesiastes 7:1

Rick Meyer

March 14, 2013

I am in complete shock at Craig's passing. I worked with Craig at Concord and enjoyed every conversation we had. I enjoyed his company and discussions and I am at a complete loss at his passing. I was looking forward to his coming back to work.

Sherry and Courtney Long

March 14, 2013

May the light of this candle guide you through your suffering and pain to a place where the suffering and pain no longer exist. God is with you and will take care of you and will always be with you. I am sorry for your loss.

March 14, 2013

Please accept my sincere condolences. May the God of all comfort sustain you in your time of sorrow.

March 14, 2013

Will always love you. Aunt JoJo

March 14, 2013

Grandpa & Grandma Humphrey, how we loved that boy and have such wonderful memories.

Jennifer Kevelder

March 13, 2013

I'm so sorry to hear of Craig's passing. You have my deepest sympathy and are in my prayers.

Kimberly Kellar Kirk

March 13, 2013

Our deepest sympathy. Our prayers are with your family. May you find peace and comfort. - Kelly, Kimberly, Tucker, Zachary, and, McCaulay.

Chris Grimaldi

March 13, 2013

My sincerest condolences for your loss.

Alisha & Adam Dollmatsch

March 13, 2013

My deepest sympathy to you all and may God give you comfort in your time of mourning.

Karl Hoalst

March 13, 2013

Only deepest sympathies to Craig's family friends.

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