Charles Edward Copeland, 75, son of Charles William and Mary Elizabeth (Cook) Copeland, was born Feb. 24, 1942, in Truman, Ark. He passed away Aug. 17, 2017, in Springfield, Mo.
Charles was preceded in death by his parents; wife Vida Beasley Jones Copeland; and one brother, Stanley Copeland.
He is survived by one sister, Mary Frances Moore and husband, Mike, of St. Peters, Mo.; and his nieces and nephews.
Charles enjoyed being outdoors, especially going fishing.
He was a painter by trade.
He will be missed by those who knew him best.
Services are 2 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 22, 2017, at Evans Funeral Home with Pastor David Barbee officiating. Burial was in Mahan Cemetery under the direction of Evans Funeral Home. Pallbearers were Michael Moore Jr., Michael Moore Sr. and William Copeland.
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