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Robert Coppedge Obituary

COPPEDGE Beloved husband and father, Robert (Bobby) Joost Coppedge (47) was called home by our Father on September 6th 2004. He leaves a beautiful, loving legacy for family, friends and all who have been touched by his gift of life. Bobby placed his faith in the Lord and he is now in God's Heavenly Kingdom. Bobby was born in Jacksonville on February 2nd, 1957 to Mary and James Coppedge. He was a graduate of Bishop Kenny High School, class of '75 and attended Valdosta State College, FCCJ and Jacksonville University. Bobby left behind beautiful memories with his loving wife, Mary Jean, his daughter, Angela and two sons, Joel and Ryan. Also surviving are his parents, Mary and James W. Coppedge Sr.; sisters, Laura (Charlie) Skinner and Charlotte Doyle; brothers, Bill (Melissa), Edward (Beth), Paul (Patti) Coppedge; many nieces and nephews. Bobby was employed as general manag er of Colonial Oil Industries d/b/a Sunstate Towing and served as president of the Propeller Club of Jacksonville. Bobby was an energetic father and friend to all. He was a lovable companion and soul mate to Mary Jean for 25 years. He lived life to the fullest and was loved by all who knew him. He will be greatly missed. Visitation will be from 4:00 p.m. until 6:00 p.m., followed by a rosary at 6:00 p.m., Sunday, September 12, 2004 at HARDAGE-GIDDENS CHAPEL HILLS FUNERAL HOME, 850 N. St. Johns Bluff Rd. A Memorial Mass will be held on Monday, September 13, 2004 at 12:30 p.m. at Holy Spirit Catholic Church, 11665 Ft. Caroline Rd. Immediately following Bobby's Memorial Mass a celebration of his life will be held in the social hall. Please visit Bobby's Everlasting Memorial at www.hardage -giddens.com where tributes and memories may be shared. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Coppedge Family Children's Trust Fund c/o Moseley, Warren, Pritchard and Parrish, 501 W. Bay St., Jacksonville, FL 32202. Please sign the Guestbook at Jacksonville.com

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Published by Florida Times-Union on Sep. 11, 2004.

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Laurie Ingram Stottlemyer

October 6, 2004

Dear Mary Jean, I just heard from my mother today about your loss of Bobby. I will always remember him from high school as sweet and kind. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Margie Schmitt

September 19, 2004

Dear Mary Jean,



I’m so very sorry to hear of your loss. Bobby was such a wonderful, kind-hearted person. I don’t remember ever seeing him without a smile on his face. I sincerely hope that the loving memories you have of your special times with Bobby will bring you and your family strength and comfort during this difficult time.



God bless you and your family. My thoughts and prayers are with you.



Margie (Lankford) Schmitt

Robbie (Lockwood) Rodgers

September 18, 2004

MJ,

My prayers go out to you and the kids. I feel so blessed to have seen Bobby & you last Feb at Mom's b'day. Bobby touched hearts from coast to coast. God bless you and the family.

Pat Flynn-Fillion

September 14, 2004

Dear Mary Jean and Family: I just received the news about Bobby. Although I had not seen him in quite awhile, I will always remember his handsome face and sweet personality from our high school days at Bishop Kenny. I hope your many memories of him offer you comfort over time. Take care of yourself and your family. Fondly, Pat Flynn(Fillion)

Pete Stanley

September 13, 2004

Our thoughts and prayers are with your family during this very difficult time. Bobby was the "best". God Bless Pete and Tammy Stanley

Allison Abbott

September 13, 2004

I went to grade school/high school with Ed and although I didn't know Bobby, I'm so sorry to hear of his passing. He obviously had a wonderful life and a wonderful family. My thoughts and prayers are with his family and friends.

Rhonda & Lauren Ferrell

September 13, 2004

Dear Mary Jean, Angela, Joel and Ryan,



Our thoughts and our prayers are with you and your family during this very difficult time.

Susan and Brian Killoran

September 12, 2004

Dear Mary Jean and Family,

Our sincerest sympathy to you and your children. Bobby was a very special person and will continue to be an influence in the lives of all who knew him. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Your loss is heaven's gain!

Marie Wrigley Stevens

September 12, 2004

I heard last night about Bobby from my sister Lynn. I am so sorry for your loss. Having lost many family members in my life, I do understand the pain you are feeling and will remember Bobby and your entire family in my prayers. God bless you all.

Mary Beal Brown

September 12, 2004

I was a classmate of Bill's and knew Bobby as he was in my sister's class at Bishop Kenny. I send to you my deepest sympathies and prayers. May God bless you and keep you in His grace and may Bobby remain in our hearts forever.

Therese Donelan Odell

September 12, 2004

Dear Mary Jean and Family,

My sincerest heartfelt sympathy goes out to you at this difficult time. Bobby was such a handsome, fun, and kind person. I will keep my memories of him in high school dear to my heart. At our reunions, he always told me how proud he was to call you his wife. My prayers go out to you for strength and comfort.

Lynn (Wrigley) Eustace

September 11, 2004

It is with great shock and sorrow that I have just heard from my sister that Bobby has passed. My heart goes out to all of my cousins, to Mary Jean and Bobby's children. I will always remember the friendship and love he and his family offered to my family after my father died. Please accept my deepest sympathy at your terrible loss. I will remember you all in my prayers.

Denise Debs Cox

September 11, 2004

My prayers have been with you and your family.

Sandi Thompson

September 11, 2004

I worked with Bobby for many years before I retired from JEA. Bobby was a delightful person to work with. I always relied on his professionalism, honesty and competence. I always enjoyed his great smile. He will be greatly missed by the Jacksonville business community and all who were privileged to know him. I am sure he is with God. My thoughts and prayers are with the family.

DELL AGUILAR-LEE

September 11, 2004

I REMEMBER BOBBY FROM ASSUMPTION SCHOOL,GREAT GUY. MY PRAYERS AND THOUGHTS ARE WITH HIS FAMILY.

Trish Wightman (Abood)

September 11, 2004

Dear Mary Jean and family,

I was shocked and saddened with the news about Bobby. My heart breaks for all of you. I have such wonderful memories of his beautiful smile and spirit. I was always a little envious of your strong love for each other even in our young college years. The fact that you shared 25 years together and 3 children is an awesome testament to that love and I pray that it will carry you in the hard times to come. I will keep you and your family and Bobby in my prayers. There is comfort in knowing he is in the best place ever and that he is no longer sick but living in the Glory of God. God bless you all.

Love,

Trish

Teri Boyd

September 11, 2004

May he fly with the angels in heaven.

Laura(Anna) Joost-Kuhn

September 11, 2004

I will always remember Bobby wobbling after Charlotte, Billy, and me -- with his diapers falling down around his legs. Ol' Droopy Drawers! With the encouragement and support of my aunt, uncle, and cousins, I know that Mary Jean and the kids will do very well -- besides, they've got the best angel advocating for their needs that they could have now. All of our family does! Many Blessings, Cousin Anna

Leslie MacNamara Sares and Jack Sares

September 11, 2004

Our heartfelt prayers are sent to you. Bobby was a true gift to all those fortunate enough to have shared this life with him. His laughter and smile will live forever in our memories.

Mary Jean, God bless you and your family and may He hold you lovingly in the palm of His hands.

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