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David Jay Copeland

  • On October 9, 2020
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David Jay Copeland, age 64 of Peters Township McMurray, PA passed suddenly due to a motorcycle accident on October 7, 2020. Born on May 2, 1956, he was the son of Carol (George) Mullins and the late Charles Copeland. Loving husband to Bobbie Lynn Fazio Copeland. Cherished father to David and Matthew Copeland. Loving brother to Scott (Janet Aiello) Copeland. Dear son-in-law to Kay L. Fazio and the late Carl D. Fazio. Loving brother-in-law to Carl S. (Ashley) Fazio. David was also blessed with many nieces, nephews, and cousins. He was preceded in death by his brother Charles McKim Copeland. David will also be dearly missed by his dog, Mitzi.

David enjoyed his career as an airline pilot for 40 years. He was an active member of Westminster Presbyterian Church where he was a drummer in the worship band.  David will be dearly missed by many, especially his loving family and friends.

Family and friends are welcome on Monday, October 12, 2020 from 10 AM -12 PM at Westminster Presbyterian Church, 2040 Washington Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15241. A memorial service will be held at 12:30 PM at the church. Burial will follow at Forest Lawn Gardens in McMurray.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in David’s name to the Westminster Presbyterian Church, Washington City Mission 45 W Wheeling Street, Washington, PA 15301 or the Washington Area Humane Society, 1527 PA-136, Eighty Four, PA 15330.

Please view and sign the family’s online guestbook at pittsburghcremation.com.

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40 Comments

George Bianchi
My condolences for your untimely loss. From a fellow AA pilot, I wish you peace. Dave was well liked and respected, his passing weighs heavy on me.
Cookie and Cynthia Pugh Knuth
Bobbie ,and Sons. Thoughts and prayers for you and family. We have fun memories of Flying times with Dave. Take care and Prayers ❤️????
John Buswell
So sorry for your loss. Dave was a frequent patron of Drum World and loved talking drums. My prayers are with you and your family. John Buswell Drum World
David & Mary Messersmith
Our deepest sympathies and condolences to Bobbie and all the family.
Kory & Jeanne Hoeft
Dearest Bobbie, David and Matthew words cannot express our sadness for the sudden loss of Dave. My the love of Christ help ease your pain. You are in our prayers. With love
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