Brenda Arlene Copes Obituary
We bid farewell to Brenda Arlene Copes of Oakdale, California, whose journey of life gracefully concluded on August 28, 2025 at the age of 74. Brenda touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Family and friends are welcome to send flowers or leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
As we bid adieu to Brenda's earthly form, let us not dwell on the void left in her wake, but rather celebrate the legacy of love and inspiration Brenda has bequeathed us. For though she may have departed from our sight, her spirit remains a timeless beacon, guiding loved ones through the labyrinth of life's journey.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Merl Schultz and Dortha Schultz; her brother Ronnie Schultz; her daughter Denna Lewis; and her stepson Patrick "Gene" Copes.
She is survived by: her husband Thomas Copes; her brother Everett Schultz (Josephine); her daughter Laurie Camilleri (Jim) of Petaluma, CA; and her stepdaughter Ginger Heinzle (Steve) of Modesto, CA. She is also survived by 8 grandchildren, 2 great-grandchildren and many extended family.
