Bruce A. Copeland
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Bruce A. Copeland, 53, of Parkesburg, passed away suddenly on Wednesday, October 23, 2013 in Reading. He was the beloved husband of Denyce Nafziger Copeland with whom he shared 24 years of marriage. Born in Lebanon, PA, he was the son of Bettie Rife Copeland of Coatesville and the late Donald C. Copeland, Sr.
Bruce was an area resident all his life and a 1978 graduate of Octorara High School. Bruce was employed by Quad Graphics and more recently was owner and manger of Hidden Valley Storage of Parkesburg. He was a member of the Maple Grove Mennonite Church of Atglen.
He is survived, in addition to his wife and mother, by two children; Christian A. Copeland and Raychel E. Copeland both at home and two brothers; Donald C. Copeland, Jr., and Jay W. Copeland both of Coatesville.
Memorial services will be held on Sunday, October 27, 2013 at 3pm from the Maple Grove Mennonite Church, 549 Swan Rd., Atglen, PA with visitation from 1 to 3pm. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made in Bruce's memory to the Parkesburg Point, P.O. Box 731, Parkesburg, PA 19365.
Arrangements have been entrusted to the Wilde Funeral Home of Parkesburg. Online condolences may be posted www.wildefuneralhome.com
Condolences
Our Sincere Condolences
We are so very sadden to hear about the passing of Bruce, a beloved husband and father. Will never forget how he always called us the Bollingers. He will truly be missed. From Stef and Gail - our deepest sympathies.
My sincere syompathy to
My sincere syompathy to Denyce and family over the loss of her husband Bruce Copeland. If I have the right Denyce Nafziger in mind, you were a sweet first grader at Parkesburg Mennonite School years back. To be sure, I needed to send my sympathy to a fine lady who will have support from friends, her children and the love of her own parents and church family at Maple Grove Mennonite. Sorry to hear of such a sudden loss. God's grace will be your strength I feel sure.
Miss Lena Zehr
My heart goes out to your
My heart goes out to your entire family at this time. You are in my prayers.
So Sorry
We are so sorry for the Copeland family's sudden loss. Bruce was a great man and will be deaply missed. I still remember him with all the girls at soccer he rarely missed a game. The kids have grown so much over the years but Bruce has always been the same sweet man that would do anything for you.
My heartfelt sympathy goes
My heartfelt sympathy goes out to Denyce, Raychel, Christian and Bruce's
Mother. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
So Sorry For Your Loss
So sorry to hear of Bruce's passing, condolences are sent to you and your family.
From
Gazzerro's Towing Inc.
To Bruce's family....We are
To Bruce's family....We are very sorry for your loss. You have our deepest sympathy. May he rest in peace. Most sincerely, Sam and Mildred Smith
The Copeland Family
Our deepest sympathy goes out to you and your family. So sorry for your loss, our thoughts are with you
Bruce
Bruce was a good friend and supporter of Medical Ministry International. He could always be relied upon to help load our outbound containers, receive material donations when the MMI Pennsylvania Warehouse was closed, and arrange for temporary storage when the warehouse was full. Although Bruce will be sorely missed on this earth, I am confident that he is now rejoicing in the presence of the Lord.
"Let us not become weary in doing good, for at the proper time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up." (Galatians 6:9)
Thinking of you...
Denyce and family,
I'm sure you know that all of us from our little retired ladies/library ladies group is thinking of you all and praying for you. I am so sad that this has happened to you all. Sending up prayers on your behalf!
Love,
Mary
Our Sincere Sympathy
Dear Denyce, Raychel, Christian and Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this sudden and most difficult time. May you feel God's strength and peace as you travel the difficult days ahead.
With sincere sympathy,
John and Mary Ann Penatzer
We are truly saddened by the
We are truly saddened by the unexpected death of Bruce. To Denyce, Christian and Raychel, we want you to know that you are in our hearts and prayers! May God hold you close during this period of grieving and in the months to come as you miss Bruce's presence in your lives.
So sorry Denyce
I am so sorry to hear about this Denyce. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family now and if there is anything you need, please let me know.
Thinking of you
Denyce, Christian and Raychel we were so terribly sorry to hear of your loss. All of you have been in our thoughts and prayers over these past few days and will continue to be. Praying that you feel the love and prayers of the community around you and that God has you wrapped in his comforting arms.
Love and prayers,
The Propst Family
Our Condolences
Bruce was a very influential person in my life when I was young. We met in the 80's at the West End Fire Company. I had the pleasure of volunteering with him, and sharing many a fun evening with him and the guys of yesteryear. Bruce visited our store years back, and we reconnected to share those memories so long ago. He was and is so very proud of his children, and to be married to such a wonderful woman. We morn his loss, and will cherish his memory forever. My The Eternal Light Shine Upon Him, and May God Bless and Keep you All. Erik & Lori Brecht
Blessed are those who mourn, for they shall be comforted.
Denyce, Christian, Raychel and the Copeland Family,
Eternal rest grant unto Bruce, O Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon him. May the souls of the faithful departed, through the mercy of God, rest in peace.
Amen.
Words seem inadequate to express the sadness we feel about Bruce's unexpected passing. Although the past few days have been devastating, we pray you find comfort in all your memories of Bruce and the love he felt for you. His pride and love for both Christian and Raychel shinned through in his stories and updates on daily ongoings. His love for you, Denyce, was that of none other.
Bruce was one of the first neighbors to welcome us to our new home just a few short years ago. Whether on the mower, at the mailboxes or just hanging out having a cheesesteak we always looked forward to visits with Bruce. We are so grateful to have known Bruce and shared special memories with him and all of you.
With all our love, thoughts and prayers,
Frank & Christina Gazzerro
Bruce, You were a good
Bruce,
You were a good Christian and a fine husband, father, and friend. I will miss you.
Thoughts and Prayers
My thoughts and Prayers are with the Family and friends of Bruce.. I rent a storage unit at Hidden Valley. From day one I was treated with much respect and our conversation of the Lord meant a lot to me... Bruce is in a place where he is a peace and glowing in the faith...
Lillian