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Raphael Leonard Copa
October 19, 1939 ~ June 20, 2017 (age 77) 77 Years Old Light a Candle
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Message from Carol Ness Goers
June 26, 2017 9:38 PM
My family was fortunate enough to live across the street from the Copa's for several years in a neighborhood that was simply one of a kind! A neighborhood where families helped each other and everyone knew everyone. I remember Ray as a gentle giant, in my younger years. A man so tall in stature yet so gentle and kind in his actions. When the Copa's moved out of our neighborhood,
I would look forward to seeing Ray at church on Sundays so I could get a hug. His hugs were heartfelt and comforting. We didn't usually talk much just just a quick embrace which said a thousand words on its own! As the years have gone on, our families grew apart in distance, but we were always still there for each other as needed! We only saw each other at an occasional wedding, funeral or graduation but each time I was sure to get my hug from Ray. I smile now as I picture Ray in Heaven giving both of my parents big hugs! I pray for the entire Copa family to find peace and comfort in the memories they have with their Dad/Husband/Grandpa. I know his gentle caring hug will live on in my heart forever!
Love and peace to the Copa's!
Love Carol Ness Goers ❤️
I would look forward to seeing Ray at church on Sundays so I could get a hug. His hugs were heartfelt and comforting. We didn't usually talk much just just a quick embrace which said a thousand words on its own! As the years have gone on, our families grew apart in distance, but we were always still there for each other as needed! We only saw each other at an occasional wedding, funeral or graduation but each time I was sure to get my hug from Ray. I smile now as I picture Ray in Heaven giving both of my parents big hugs! I pray for the entire Copa family to find peace and comfort in the memories they have with their Dad/Husband/Grandpa. I know his gentle caring hug will live on in my heart forever!
Love and peace to the Copa's!
Love Carol Ness Goers ❤️
Message from Carol (Ness) Goers
June 26, 2017 9:22 PM
My family was fortunate enough to live across the street from the Copa's for several years in a neighborhood that was simply one of a kind! A neighborhood where families helped each other and everyone knew everyone. I remember Ray as a gentle giant, in my younger years. A man so tall in stature yet so gentle and kind in his actions. When the Copa's moved out of our neighborhood,
I would to look forward to seeing Ray at church on Sundays so I could get a hug. His hugs were heartfelt and comforting. We didn't usually talk much just just a quick embrace which said a thousand words on its own! As the years have gone on and our families grew apart in distance, but always still there for each other in times of need! We only saw each other at an occasional wedding, funeral, or graduation but each time I made sure to get a hug from Ray. It brings me comfort to picture him in heaven giving hugs to both my Mom and Dad! May the whole Copa family find peace and comfort in the all memories they have with their Dad/Husband/Grandpa. I know the memory of his hugs will surely live on in my heart forever!
Love and prayers to you all-
Carol Ness Goers ❤️
I would to look forward to seeing Ray at church on Sundays so I could get a hug. His hugs were heartfelt and comforting. We didn't usually talk much just just a quick embrace which said a thousand words on its own! As the years have gone on and our families grew apart in distance, but always still there for each other in times of need! We only saw each other at an occasional wedding, funeral, or graduation but each time I made sure to get a hug from Ray. It brings me comfort to picture him in heaven giving hugs to both my Mom and Dad! May the whole Copa family find peace and comfort in the all memories they have with their Dad/Husband/Grandpa. I know the memory of his hugs will surely live on in my heart forever!
Love and prayers to you all-
Carol Ness Goers ❤️
A candle was lit by Dawn Lindquist
on June 26, 2017 9:04 AM
Message from David & Janna Brown
June 25, 2017 2:18 PM
May His blessing, grace, and comfort be bestowed on the family and loved ones. He has been Promoted to Glory!
Message from Chris (Schaefer) & Bill Thompson
June 25, 2017 1:52 PM
Thinking of all of you with our deepest condolences. May the memories of your dad/husband bring many smiles and joy in this time of loss.
A candle was lit by Greg & Kathi Anderson of Mounds Pt. Cass Lake & Grafton, ND
on June 25, 2017 11:49 AM
Message from Meems
June 25, 2017 9:04 AM
I didn't share a childhood, or hunt or raise children with Ray as others that sing his praises will undoubtedly do on this page, but rather began to build a tie that can never be broken only a few short years ago. I learned about his nature initially, through his wife and children, observing their deep devotion for one another, and therefore eagerly awaited to experience what it was that made them shine. I ventured off from Philadelphia to this beautiful state, and met a towering man with a smile as big as he was tall. Welcoming, caring, considerate, hard-working, interesting, spiritual, grounded, humble, faithful, and totally endearing, I began the journey toward understanding and loving the man. Today I share these few days with Karen (who was by my side when I lost my husband), Donn and Fabien, Tom and Molly, Tony and Vince, Jackie and Todd, Charlie, Will, Sam, Mary Grace, Lucy, Isabella, Christian, and Vivian, all of whom I know will always cherish and pass on this unwavering legacy of love that they witnessed in their years with Karen and Ray. So to all of you, I have been honored and blessed during this part of my journey, to share in your lives, and I truly hope the pain you hold in your hearts these days, will fade. Ray Copa has earned our tears, reaching the heights of a successful life! Az sie spotkamy ponownie. (Until we meet again)
Message from Char & Jim Benson
June 24, 2017 9:28 AM
Our thoughts ad prayers are with you Karen and your family. Ray was such a wonderful man. May God be with you .
Message from Jennifer (Nauman) Trella
June 23, 2017 4:49 PM
Tom, thinking about you and your family. Losing a parent is hard. Praying that you find peace remembering all the happy moments you shared with your dad.
Message from Kate Blakey
June 23, 2017 9:01 AM
Tony & Family - What a beautiful tribute to your father/husband/grandfather. Thinking of all of you and wishing you peace during this difficult time. Kate
A candle was lit by The Carrano Family
on June 23, 2017 8:54 AM
A candle was lit by Mary and Bill Leff
on June 23, 2017 8:36 AM
A candle was lit by Vicki Brown
on June 22, 2017 9:54 PM
Message from Mary Jo (Putnam ) Stage
June 22, 2017 9:34 PM
Having known Karen and Ray since I was a child. The world has lost a wonderful man. Prayers to Karen and family.
Message from Mary & Mark McCahey
June 22, 2017 8:14 PM
We love you, Copa's! We feel so blessed to have known Ray...what a great man. He was truly one of the good guys. I know that there are a few other good guys that have greeted him and welcomed himwith open arms. May he rest in peace!
Message from Debbie (Stinar) Frank
June 22, 2017 7:07 PM
Karen and Family,
At this time of great sorrow, may you find some comfort in your memories.
So sorry for your loss.
Tom and Deb Frank
At this time of great sorrow, may you find some comfort in your memories.
So sorry for your loss.
Tom and Deb Frank
A candle was lit by Gayle R Sjoblom And Sayde M. Sjoblom-Blakley
on June 22, 2017 4:30 PM
Dear Donn & Copa family,
My thoughts & prayers are with you all. I know your Dad, Husband is in Heaven with my Mom. The loss & pain in my heart is like she passed yesterday. I read his Obituary it was beautiful. As was Raphael's life. God Bless You All. Donn I love you my dear friend, I'm here for you.
Dear Donn & Copa family,
My thoughts & prayers are with you all. I know your Dad, Husband is in Heaven with my Mom. The loss & pain in my heart is like she passed yesterday. I read his Obituary it was beautiful. As was Raphael's life. God Bless You All. Donn I love you my dear friend, I'm here for you.
A candle was lit by Gayle R. Sjoblom and Daughter Sayde Mathilda Sjoblom-Blakley
on June 22, 2017 4:21 PM
Message from Ann Cofell
June 22, 2017 1:40 PM
My deepest sympathy to the entire extended Copa family. Ray was an example of providing a welcome and gentle spirit to those he encountered. And his great kids and grandkids are a fitting legacy for this good man.
A candle was lit by BG
on June 22, 2017 12:47 PM
A TRADITIONAL FUNERAL BASKET was sent on June 22, 2017
Copa Nation: Schuman's love you all - huge. God bless Ray and everything he represented to your blessed family. Rest In Peace. The Schuman Family
A candle was lit by kh
on June 22, 2017 6:34 AM
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