Edward Copeland Jr. Obituary

The memory of Edward Copeland Jr. (Durham, North Carolina), who passed away on December 7, 2025 at the age of 72, will forever remain in the hearts of those touched by this precious presence in their lives. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Edward Copeland, Sr. and Jewel Jernigan Copeland; and his sister Peggy McLean. He is survived by: his wife Susan Hudspeth Copeland of Banner Elk; his son Tripp; his daughter-in-law Maggie; his granddaughter Finley of Charleston, SC; his son Thomas of Denver, CO; his grandson Joseph; his daughter-in-law Brittany; and his granddaughter Jewel of Denver, CO..

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to: • Samaritan's Purse, PO Box 3000, Boone, NC 28607 (in gratitude for their support during Hurricane Helene recovery).