Carolyn Rakestraw Copeland Obituary
We announce the death of Carolyn Rakestraw Copeland of LaGrange, Georgia, who passed away on August 13, 2026, at the age of 88. Carolyn will be remembered by family members, friends, and others whose lives were connected in meaningful ways. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Carolyn Rakestraw Copeland to pay them a last tribute.
Carolyn will be remembered for the impact she had on the lives of those around her. Friends, family, and colleagues will cherish their memories and the time shared. Those who knew Carolyn will remember moments of kindness, warmth, and presence. Though words cannot fully capture her life, the legacy of connections and experiences remains. Carolyn’s absence will be deeply felt by those who valued her companionship.
She was predeceased by: her parents, George Robert Rakestraw and Ruth Mallory Rakestraw. She is survived by: her daughters, Carol Ann Kinzer (Steve) and Kay Thompson (Alan); and her grandchildren, Brandon Hale (Mary Margaret), Tyler Thompson, Tanner Thompson (Morgan) and Tavin Thompson (Meg). She is also survived by numerous cousins, nieces, nephews, and special friends.
In lieu of flowers, the family respectfully requests that donations be made to First United Methodist Church of Lagrange or to West Georgia Hospice in memory of Carolyn R. Copeland.
