Dr. Louis G. Copeland, 83, of Steubenville, Ohio died Friday, December 31, 2010 at his residence. He was born August 8, 1927 in Bloomingdale, Ohio the son of the late Elmer B. & Mary E. Gorsuch Copeland. He was currently a member, Deacon and Elder of Starkdale U.P. Church and formerly a member and lay minister at Bloomingdale U.M. Church. Dr. Copeland was a 1945 graduate of Wayne High School, a 1953 graduate of The Ohio State University College of Dentistry and practiced for 33 years in Steubenville. He was a member of the American Dental Association, former board member of Jefferson County Board of Health and served as past president of both Fort Steuben Dental Society and Eastern Ohio Dental Society. Dr. Copeland served on the judicial committee of the Ohio State Dental Board; Board of Advisors at Jefferson Technical College Dental Assisting Program and a consultant for Delta Dental Plan. He was a member of Kiwanis Club of Steubenville; Symposiarchs and Delta Sigma Delta Dental Fraternity.In addition to his parents, Dr. Copeland was preceded in death by his son Curtis Bryan “Chris” Copeland on June 29, 2007.Surviving are his beloved family , wife Joan “Jo” Harris Copeland, whom he married on June 6, 1948; son Jeffrey L. (Debra) Copeland and their children Rob & Cara (fiance Bryan LaBrake); and daughter Kimberly A. (Jeff) Criss and their children Steven (fiancee Krysten Wilcox) & Caitlin and brother-in-law Frank Harris of Steubenville. Friends may call at Dunlope-Shorac Funeral Home, 215 Fernwood Road, Wintersville on Sunday 1-3 & 6-8 p.m. and on Monday at Starkdale U.P. Church from 10:30 a.m. until the time of services at 11:00 a.m. with Rev. Dr. Philip Makari officiating. Burial at Fort Steuben.Memorials may be directed to Charity Hospice, PO Box 2483, Wintersville, OH 43953.
09/03/2024
loren and peg andrews
deepest sympathy to the family.
09/03/2024
Kay (Cline) Firm
So sad to hear of Dr. Copeland's passing -- we was always caring and compasionate as a dentist and a great neighbor to my grandmother (Ruth Leas) Will keep you all in my prayers.
09/03/2024
Jean (Cline) Furgerson
I am very sorry for your loss.. Dr. Lou wa a great Dentist. He will be missed by many people. My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time of sorrow....Take care and GOD BLESS YOU ALL....
09/03/2024
Phyllis & Fyfe Dollar
Lou was a wonderful person. We had many great times in the years that we knew Lou/Jo at Monterey. Our prayers and thoughts go out to all of the family. We will miss him.
09/03/2024
Virginia & Bud Millard
Jo and family. We are deeply sorry to hear of Lou's passing. We will always remember the many good times we shared in Florida. Our prayers are with you.
09/03/2024
Pete and Mary Barren
Kim and family, We are out of town. Please accept our deepest sympathy.
09/03/2024
Howard Riley
Dear JoAnn, So sorry to know of Lou's passing. He was a really good guy and a pretty fair dentist! I still have my teeth, largely to his educating me on dental health. All of us WHS Alums must truly be sad at his loss.
09/03/2024
Dohrman & Mary Stratton
Jo Mary and I are so sorry about Lou. He was one of the "good" guys and he will be missed by all of us. I'm sorry I can't get to tell you in person but until I get my new hip next month I don't get around very well. Again,we're very sorry and if there is any way we can be of help, please don't hesitate to call. Dick and Tish Rasor are in Florida but I'm letting them know just in case nobody does. Mary & Dohrman Stratton
09/03/2024
LINDA LAINE
Jeff and family, We are so sorry to hear about the loss of your father. Our sympathies go out to you and your family. Patty, Linda, and Ashley
09/03/2024
CARL MIRO
I am really sorry to hear about LOU. He was a big part of our little community of Bloomingdale. I remember setting with LOU at a school reunion where we bought each other drinks. He will be greatly missed by family and friends.88
09/03/2024
CARL MIRO
I am really sorry to hear about LOU. He was a great part of our little community of Bloomingdale. He was my DAD and MOTHER'S next door neighbor. He will be greatly missed by family and friends.
09/03/2024
Greg Grunewald
Jo, Jeff & Kim, I was very saddened when I heard that "Doc" had passed. I will not forget the many good times I had with your family. Please accept my sympathy and may God bless. greg
09/03/2024
Nanci and Bob Antill
Dear Kim, Jeff, Steve, Caitlin and families, We are very sorry to hear of the passing of your father. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this most difficult time. With deepest sympathy. Always Nanci
09/03/2024
Earl and Arlene Higgins
Joan....I just read of Lew's death in the web edition of the Herald Star. Arlene and I are so sorry and send our deepest sympathies to you and your family. Earl and Arlene
09/03/2024
Wendy Vogel
I did not hear about Lou until Monday of this week. I am so sorry, my friend. What a good dad, husband, grandpap he was, huh? I remember being on your back patio and your mom and dad would be at their house and always say hello, always had something nice to say to me. I wish I could remember your cute story about "Jou and Lou"...was that how it was said? Are you up to sharing it with me so we both can smile and keep him in our thoughts? I'm praying for you, kiddo. My love to your mom and the kids.
09/03/2024
Sally Hunt
My heart goes out to all of you. Losing your Dad is a very sad time and losing your husband hurts so much. My thoughts are with you. much love sally
09/03/2024
Shawn Zarych
Jeff and Deb, I am so sorry for the loss of your father. I will keep you all in my prayers.
09/03/2024
Gloria Doban-Teske
with sympathy and understanding that words cannot express. I have such fond memories of golf outing with Lou as partner. My thoughts and prayers are with you and family.
09/03/2024
Bernadine (Householder) DelGallo
To the Copeland Family, Long ago when I was a student in high school I worked for your beloved husband and father. He was the best and one of the dearest, kindest men I have ever known. Please know that you will be in my thoughts and prayers. God Bless.
09/03/2024
Delbert Dalton
My thoughts and prayer are with you and the rest of your family. Dr Copeland was always a kind and gentle man. I was my pleasure to have known him in my early years grewing up. He will be truly missed.
09/03/2024
Ken and Nancy Peterson
Lou, we will surely miss you but we know you are in a better place. Our dearest love to Jo and family. Your OLD friends, Ken and Nancy
09/03/2024
APRIL
Jeff and Family, We are sorry for your loss. Our thought and prayers are with you all. Sincerey, April and Richard Brazauskas and family
09/03/2024
Beth Peterson
Everyone, all my thoughts are with you today. Much love, Beth
09/03/2024
Kathy Peterson
To the Copeland family: We are very sorry to hear of the loss of Dr. Copeland. He was our dentist until his retirement. He was the most caring and compassionate person. Our deepest sympathies to the family.
09/03/2024
CHARITY HOSPICE, INC
Jo, Jeff, Kim & Families: Please accept our heartfelt sympathy in the loss of Lou. We truly thank you for the honor it was to care for him and to be there for you all during this difficult time. Lou was truly a kind loving man and to have been with you both and your kids was truly a blessing for US. We thank you and know we hold you in our prayers. Love, Kimi, Barb, JoJo, April, Mary Ann and all the staff
09/03/2024
Cathy Cich & Barb Price
Dear Jo, Jeff, and Kim Please accept our deepest sympathy in the loss of Lou. We truly remember all the good times, memories, and laughs we had as neighbors. Jo, you were a very special couple and we know that Lou is home with your son. They have re-united and we are sure for Lou, he is in his glory seeing him again. God bless you all! Know we love you and pray for you during this difficult time. With our Love and Prayers, Cathy Cich & Barb Price
09/03/2024
Laura (Baker) Guida
Please accept my deepest sympathy. Dr. Copeland was my childhood dentist. I have fond memories of him. I always remember that I got to choose a ring or a pencil when I was done. May he rest in eternal peace.
09/03/2024
Mary Lang Newcombe
Jo, My deepest sympathy to you and your family. Dr. Copeland was my dentist when I was a child and teenager. My parents, Carl and Lucy Lang, and your parents were good friends. I have many plesant memories of visiting in there home as a child. God Bless.
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