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Margarethe Copeland

10/18/1957 - 10/28/2022

Obituary For Margarethe Copeland

Mrs. Margarethe Edwards Copeland passed away quietly Friday at her home at the age of 65. Born in Muhldorf, Germany and the daughter of Mrs. Vivian Bailey Edwards of Columbus and the late CSM(Retired) Clinton Edwards, Jr,

Margarethe resided in Columbus most of her life and was a 1975 graduate of Baker High School. She was employed as a Supervisor at Green Island Hills Country Club where she worked for more than 20 years. She was a member of Wynnton Hill Baptist Church.

Other than her father, she was preceded in death by her grandparents, Willliam and Elizabeth Lennit and Clinton, Sr and Berta Edwards.

She is survived by her husband, Narvell Copeland; her mother, Vivian; loving daughter, Kara J. Copeland; grandchild, Kiori English; one sister, Valerie Edwards Richardson (Benjamin); nephew, Justine Richardson; one aunt, Betty Gregory; devoted cousin, Gerald (Tanisha); and a host of cousins and friends.

A Celebration of Life for Margarethe will be conducted at Eleven O'clock AM Saturday, November 5, 2022, in the sanctuary of Wynnton Hill Baptist Church. Pastor Michael Sherman will officiate.

Visitation is 1:00 til 5:00 PM Friday at the funeral home.

Arrangements entrusted to Progressive Funeral Home, Inc.


Services

Homegoing Celebration

Oct
5
Wynnton Hill Baptist Church

2620 Buena Vista Rd
Columbus, GA 31906

11:00 AM
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Visitation

Nov
4
Progressive Funeral Home

4235 St. Mary's Road
Columbus, GA 31907

1:00 PM - 5:00 PM
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Our deepest sympathy to the family. Margarethe was a Ray of Light to everyone who knew her;her bright smile and caring ,loving ways made everyone feel special.She will be missed! RIP dear Margarethe!! The Kurtz Family

Helen Kurtz

A friend,a confidant and somebody to always share a laugh with.rest well,my luv.job well done. Ben J.

Ben Jones

Sweet Margarethe!!! We always looked for you whenever we were at Green Island. Our girls loved you as did Hal and I. You were always a bright light on any day. Rest In Peace and know how much you are loved. Prayers for peace for your beautiful family who you always told us about. Love you. Carol and Hal Kirven, Katy Wildes and Family.,Taylor Colwell and Family, and Maggie Clark❀️

Carol Kirven

Didn't know Miss Margarethe that long. But after meeting her, I will never forget her. Rest well my dear.

Earl Richardson

Earl Richardson

Val, you and your family have my prayers and sympathy. As a member of the BHS class of 1975, this came as a shock to me. I will always remember Margarite's humor. You couldn't help but laugh every time you were in her presence. Sleep on Margarite. I'll see you in that great get up morning. Beverly Kimbrough Class of BHS 1975

Beverly A. Kimbrough

sending prayers and much love

MS FELICIA

Condolences and Prayers to the family, Margarethe I am going to miss you, you was a very sincere friend when I was at Green Island lord take her soul upon your wings. Rest in peace my friend. Regina Paschall.

Regina Paschall

Sending prayers and condolences to the family. May God continue to bless the family.

Gregory Johnson

We will certainly miss Margarethe who always brought those who knew her great joy and laughter! We are so sorry for the Family and send lots of prayers for comfort and peace! We love you Margarethe and we know you are peacefully resting at your final home. Kathy and Billy Young

Kathy Young

Jim and I will certainly miss our Margarete! Her personality exuded love of life, her family and friends! There was not a time when we dined at GICC that she did not come around and give us a warm hug! Once I called her "Lovebug" and from then on, I was her "Lovebug"! May God continue to bless you in Heaven and may He wrap him loving arms around your family and give them comfort! πŸ™πŸ» Ruth Ellen Compton

Ruth Ellen Compton

It was a pleasure working with Margarethe for 21yrs, my condolences to her family,we at greenisland country club are truly going to miss her. RIH my friend πŸ™πŸ™πŸ™ Sharon

Sharon

My heart goes out to the entire Family! Margaret was a perfectionist in her craft. We all loved her and respected the energy she bought to us all! Chef Robinson

Michale

Our entire family loved Margarethe. She will be missed by us and everyone with whom she touched their lives. Green Island will never be the same to all of her Bunker Room friends.

David Hay

My Love and Sincere Condolences to the Edward's Family. Praying that you find comfort in GOD πŸ™

O'QUITA SAMUEL

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