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Dorothy C. Copeland


Sunrise: February 15, 1941

Sunset: May 18, 2019

On the evening of Saturday, May 18, 2019, Dorothy C. Copeland was called home to rest in the arms of the Lord. Dorothy was born on February 15, 1941 to Roy and Viola Cobb. She graduated from Crestwood High School in 1959. She furthered her education by getting a degree in Business in 1961. She worked as a paralegal for 15 years, and later became a joint business owner of Copeland Trucking Company from 1977 to 2017.

Dorothy was known for her angelic voice and her friendly and easy going nature. She had love for her family and it was especially displayed through her grandchildren; in which they affectionately called her Mimi.  Dorothy was a faithful and dedicated member of New Hope Baptist Church, where she served as a Missionary and sang the songs of Zion in several choirs.

Dorothy is predeceased by her father, Roy Cobb, and her husband of 51 years, Linwood L. Copeland. Jr. Left to cherish her memory, her mother, Viola G. Cobb; a son, Linwood L. Copeland, III (Sharon), a daughter, Dorla Copeland Herring (Sidney); 5 grandchildren, Heather Herring, Taylor Copeland, Cassie Herring, Kaitlin Copeland, and Dallas Copeland and, one great grandchild, Chase McNeil. Dorothy is greatly loved and will be missed by all.

Viewing Friday, May 24, 2019 Metropolitan Funeral Service 5605 Portsmouth Boulevard Portsmouth, VA 23701 Family Receiving Friends Friday, May 24, 2019 6:00pm - 7:00pm Metropolitan Funeral Service 5605 Portsmouth Boulevard Portsmouth, VA 23701 Service Saturday, May 25, 2019 11:00am New Hope Baptist Church 4260 Pughsville Road Suffolk, VA 23435 Entombment Meadowbrook Memorial Gardens 4569 Shoulders Hill Rd, Suffolk, VA 23435

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    Miciah Foreman says

    I’m very sorry for your loss. You may like to read John 5:28,29. God promises to remove pan and death very soon.

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      Deli says

      I’m very sorry for your loss. Please take comfort in knowing that God promises to wipe away your tears and swallow up death forever, Isaiah 25:8.

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    Christine Bowser Gray says

    We were shadows in school when you saw one you saw the other. All prayers and love to the family, may God take care of you.

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    Cynthia Gaines Mapp says

    May God bless you at this time of mourning. Dorothy was beautiful inside and out. She was one of God’s precious flowers and I know she is resting in his arms right now. I can see her beautiful smile.

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    Jo Ann Brooks says

    I met your Mom several years ago when I was working at BB&T. Her and your Dad were the most gracious people I have ever had the pleasure of working with. Every now and again I would run into her in a store. She always remembered who I was and gave me a big hug. She was a beautiful woman inside and out. May God give your family peace and know that she is with your Dad in heaven looking down on their family and friends. Sincerely,

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    Clementine Marshall Johnson says

    To the family
    And God will wipe away every tear from their eyes.
    May God,who understand your sorrow bless and comfort you now and throughout the days ahead.

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    Harrell J Westmoreland says

    I’m sorry for your loss
    Your mom was the nicest lady I have ever known and work for at the trucking company. She will be missed. Be BLESS my prayers are with the family
    Your friend Harrell aka Buck

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    Lin says

    I am truly sorry for your loss, what really comforted me in my time of loss is the scripture@ Revelation 21:3&4 . Which gives us the wonderful promise of God wiping out every tear from our eyes and death being no more. I hope this promise from Jehovah will truly bring your family much comfort at this time.

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    Wendy dixon says

    Sorry to hear about Mrs. Dorothy. She was such a beautiful person. Very nice and always had a pretty smile. Will miss her
    Mrs Wendy Dixon

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    Laureen says

    She was the best Godmother any goddaughter could ever ask for. She is so truly missed!

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    Laureen Mason says

    She was the best Godmother any goddaughter could ever ask for. She is so truly missed!! So loved

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