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In Memory of
Gloria Georgina "Frenchie" Copeland
1937 - 2024
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Gerald & Anita VanLith posted a symbolic gesture
Sunday, February 18, 2024
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Kelley, Jerry and families. Such a great lady, teacher, golfer and hockey lover. What an inspiration and role model for your family. We will miss her on the course and at the arenas. The loss of parent, grandparent leaves a void that words cannot fill. May you find comfort in the moments you shared together, and may her memory bring you peace. Sincerely John, Maria & family, and Gerald & Anita VanLith and family.
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Leslie Hauspie posted a condolence
Saturday, February 17, 2024
Dear Kelley, Jerry & Family's. I got to know your Mom first when she taught my two Son's at St Ignatious School. The boys loved her and I grew to as well. She was a wonderful teacher. In 1986 I joined the Staff of St Ignatius as the Custodian and that is when I began to learn just how much "Mrs Copeland" loved and respected her students and her roll as their grade 1/2 Teacher. I worked a split shift arriving for 7 am - 9. I always arrived by 6:45 and many days I would pull into the school parking lot and the lights would already be on. Inside I would find Gloria in her room working away prepping her lessons and classroom for the day, very often her Grandson Jason would be with her helping her out. The second part of my shift was 2-5 and many days "Mrs Copeland" would not leave much ahead of me. Her love and dedication to her job and her students was incredible. As a parent I felt blessed to have her teaching my boys at such a young age. For a few years we were also on St Ignatius Bowling League with her & Fred. When she retired I was happy for her but I missed her very much. I had great respect for her. She will be greatly missed and your loss saddens me. Mark & I offer our deepest condolences to you all.
Mark & Lesle Hauspie
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Dana Hradowy lit a candle
Saturday, February 17, 2024
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Sending our families deepest sympathy
Dana Hradowy &family
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Cathy Prangley posted a condolence
Friday, February 16, 2024
Thinking of you at this sad time. Sorry for your Loss.
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Sherry Masterson Christine Zacharia donated to COMMUNITY LIVING CHATHAM-KENT
Thursday, February 15, 2024
My sincere condolences on your Mom passing. She was always a great friend to me. My daughters wanted me to pass on their condolences too. They enjoyed having her for a teacher for 3 years and also the good times at her house playing in the pool or baking butter tarts.
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Mary Jo Depelsmaeker posted a condolence
Wednesday, February 14, 2024
Kelley.
You were so blessed to have such an amazing Mom. She treated everyone as a friend. You were always welcomed at her house. She will be missed by us all.
My heartfelt sympathy to all your family.
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Sheila & Tony Bycraft donated to FOUR COUNTIES HEALTH SERVICES FOUNDATION
Wednesday, February 14, 2024
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Linda Hebblethwaite posted a condolence
Tuesday, February 13, 2024
Kelly, and Family,
So sorry to hear of Gloria’s passing.
Cherish the many happy memories you shared with your mother.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Sincerely,
Linda & Peter Hebblethwaite
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Gord and Joanne McDiarmid donated to FOUR COUNTIES HEALTH SERVICES FOUNDATION
Sunday, February 11, 2024
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Schmitty posted a condolence
Friday, February 9, 2024
Sending my condolences to the family during this difficult time.
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MaryAnn Johnson posted a condolence
Thursday, February 8, 2024
so sorry to hear this she was a very nice person
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Dinner Barbara posted a condolence
Thursday, February 8, 2024
So sorry to hear of Gloria's passing..hugs to the family.. she was a bright light.
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Carolyn CoDyre posted a condolence
Thursday, February 8, 2024
So very sorry to hear of Mrs. Copelands passing (habit of calling her that since she taught our girls...many years ago)
she was an excellent and beloved teacher. Our girls still remember her reading their favorite book,
A hole in the fence, about vegetables!
She will always be fondly remembered.
Tom and Carolyn CoDyre and family
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Carolyn Malic posted a condolence
Wednesday, February 7, 2024
I wish I could think of something to say that would make this easier for all those who are mourning Gloria but I can only think that she had a full and active life and enjoyed all of her friends and loved ones. Blessings to all of them.
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Jenny (Kelly) Attewell posted a condolence
Wednesday, February 7, 2024
Kelley, Jerry and families, I am so sorry for your loss. I have wonderful memories of your mom through her friendship with my parents, Gerry & Ted Kelly. It was always a treat to visit with her when our paths occasionally crossed again at the golf course-she was always smiling and happy. My sister, Kim, always thought it was so special that she was able to play hockey with your mom in Bothwell, for a few years. I'm thinking of you and send my deepest condolences to you and all who loved her.
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Ted Payne posted a condolence
Wednesday, February 7, 2024
My family condolences to Gloria’s family!
Gloria was one of the Wardsville mothers I had the pleasure of being around growing up. Jerry and Kelley my heart goes out to you at this time.
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Chris Crawford posted a condolence
Wednesday, February 7, 2024
My condolences to all. Gloria was a member of the Thamesville book club and we certainly have missed her in recent times.
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Alf and Marney Nichols posted a condolence
Wednesday, February 7, 2024
We hope that knowing that others care will bring strength and comfort to you and all your family at this most difficult time. Remembering with fondness the times spent with the Jean-Marie and Copeland families through the years.
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Al & Karen Gore posted a condolence
Wednesday, February 7, 2024
Sorry to hear of you moms passing, after a busy life/
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Edna Jones posted a condolence
Wednesday, February 7, 2024
Oh Kelly, Jerry & family’s Alan & I are so sorry to hear this news .A huge void has opened up in your lives we are so glad that we had stayed with you two not so long ago. A Great Lady will be missed by all who knew her. Alan & Edna Jones & family’s
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Mary & Tony Vergeer posted a condolence
Wednesday, February 7, 2024
So sad to hear about Gloria passing. She was a lovely person inside and out. With her you got the real deal. There will be a void in many hearts. Our deepest condolences to the Marsh and Copeland families.
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Susan Sinclair posted a condolence
Wednesday, February 7, 2024
My sincere condolences to Kelley, Jerry and families. Gloria was a wonderful lady. I meet her through golfing at Wardsville. I enjoyed her friendship through the Michigan golf trips. I am sorry to see she had passed away.
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Kim posted a symbolic gesture
Wednesday, February 7, 2024
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Sincere, fond, heartfelt condolences to Kelley and Jerry and families. An unforgettable kind soul...a life well lived. RIP Gloria..
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Chris DePelsmaeker posted a symbolic gesture
Wednesday, February 7, 2024
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There will never be a better "Mrs. C." than this amazing woman!! She will always have a huge place in my heart and I consider her as my 2nd mother because she helped raise me to be the fine, strong-willed, warmhearted gentleman I am today!! She always encouraged me to always work hard and do my best at everything I do, and she picked me up and comfort me when I was down and depressed. I experienced the love she has for her Montreal Canadiens, I witnessed her finesse and accuracy on Sunday morning on the ice with her fellow Slo-Girls, and I witnessed her love and commitment to her family, her students, her friends, and her community!! OH BOY!! her baked beans, her homemade mac and cheese, and her delightful desserts (especially homemade pies and cheesecakes) were to die for. She always welcomed me and my family into her home every weekend and on special holidays with a glowing smile and open arms!! She will never be replaced!! She will definitely be dearly missed, but never forgotten!! I LOVE YOU MRS. C., Please look over on us as you hang out with your beloved husband, Fred and play some golf in the Heavenly Kingdom!! Rest in Peace!!
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Shelly carson lit a candle
Wednesday, February 7, 2024
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I was sad to hear of Mrs. Copelands passing. She was my teacher at St. Ignatius. I am a teacher and I carry on the jellybean jar with my students as well. Such fond memories of this tradition. I learned a lot about her life reading the obituary. What a kind , intelligent and devoted teacher and person she was. Condolences to the family.
Shelly Carson Penich
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Janice and Bill Bilton posted a condolence
Tuesday, February 6, 2024
So sorry for the loss of a beautiful lady, our deepest condolences
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Gerry Cross lit a candle
Tuesday, February 6, 2024
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My sincere condolences to you Jerry & Kelley and your families. Reading all her accomplishments she had a well lived life right to the end. She's earned her rest.
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Wendy Caron lit a candle
Tuesday, February 6, 2024
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My sincere sympathy to the Marsh & Copeland families. May you find comfort in your family, friends & wonderful memories
Wendy Caron ( Pollock) ( Geraldine McMaster)
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Brenda posted a condolence
Tuesday, February 6, 2024
Sending deepest condolences to all the family. She was my teacher in grade 1&2 at St Ignatius in Bothwell. The best thing you had to work hard on your tiny spelling list to get jellybeans from Mr Pickle. Was a true mentor in my life as I am in the education field myself
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Bess Dawson lit a candle
Tuesday, February 6, 2024
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Enjoyed playing slo- girls hockey with “Frenchie” for quite a few years, always had a “teddy bear “ with her after game refreshment in it.Sincere condolences to Gloria’s family.
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Bob Squires posted a condolence
Tuesday, February 6, 2024
To the family sorry for your loss R.I.P.
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Kelley Marsh posted a condolence
Tuesday, February 6, 2024
What can I see about my mom? She was kind, beautiful, and the best mom and grandmother. She wasn’t only my mom she was my best friend. The last three years we did everything together. She always looked on the brighter side of everything. She would find something nice about a walnut. She was so proud of her home that you lived in since 1967. She put make up on every day, even from no one was coming. If her face wasn’t done up, she wouldn’t answer the door. She still had that look when she was disappointed in you, that look that could knock you over with one glare. You knew you were in trouble then. I’m sure her students could attest to that. She got up in the morning and read the paper from front to back. She did every puzzle and it didn’t matter how hard they were, she got them all and love the challenge. Her love of Reading with so much of her life. She could finish a novel in a day if she wanted to. Her favourite time of the year was spring and summer? Your favourite thing was to go out on the deck in the afternoon and have a glass of wine with friends. She hosted hundreds of people in her home and always invited everyone to stay. She just loved Company. I swear to God, sometimes I would think she was Inviting the town of Wardsville over for dinner. She was famous for her holiday feasts. No one can make a pumpkin pie like her. She told me how to cook, What was important in life and what was supposed to be no stress. That was her favourite line I think. “No stress”. We love playing golf together, but what really pissed me off Was that she would beat me 90% of the time, even at the age of 80. She was sort of a back rat. When I went through her things yesterday she had clippings out of the paper since 1955. She kept every picture of everyone, every obituary, of course a sports story that included someone she knew. She loved her hockey. I could remember being embarrassed when I was young, because she would yell at the TV so loud when the hockey game was on, I would be embarrassed. I would tell my friends to wait until she got her stick out. I’m not quite sure if she’s thought that was fun or not. I loved her so much Call my and there’s so many great things I would love to tell you. But there’s just not enough room to tell everything what made her exceptional. There was just so much kindness in her heart. The night that she passed is she laying in her bed at the hospital I hugged her and told her I loved her. She whispered in my ear. I love you so very much. Who could ask for more?
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Carolyn McMillan Posted Feb 6, 2024 at 8:51 PM
Oh Kelley,that is such a beautiful tribute to your mother/best friend.I am truly sorry for your loss.If you need me for anything,please let me know and I can be there within minutes.Thinking of you.. xxoo
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Kathy Urquhart Posted Feb 6, 2024 at 9:00 PM
Oh Kell My Heart Breaks 4 U ... Cherish Your Memories and Time Spent Together ... Biggest of Hugs XO
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Loraine Shaw Posted Feb 6, 2024 at 10:34 PM
Beautiful Kelly!! I am so sorry for your loss but you have beautiful memories of a beautiful lady. May she sore with the angels!
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Sue Peacock Posted Feb 7, 2024 at 4:54 PM
Such a beautiful tribute Kelley to your Mom. She was a great lady and will be missed. My heartfelt sympathy to you and family. Cherish the memories.
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Dorothy Smith posted a condolence
Tuesday, February 6, 2024
My condolences to the Copeland Marsh family. My three sons thought she was the best part of grade 1 and 2 at St. Ignatius. Small but mighty.
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Tuesday, February 6, 2024
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