Jack R. Copeland

Jack R. Copeland, 77, of Weatherford, went to be with the Lord following a long illness on Sunday, June 5, 2011.  Jack was born December 7, 1933 in Chilton, Texas to John and Mary Copeland. He was a Private, E2 in the US Army, retired from Bell Helicopter after 30 years of service and was a member of Garner Baptist Church. Mr. Copeland is preceded in death by his parents, one sister and two brothers.
Survivors: Wife Shirley Copeland of Weatherford, daughter, Jana Ford and husband Clay of Weatherford, sisters, Francis Tadlock of Rowlett and Laverne Birkes of Waco, brother, Rusty Copeland of Waco, One grandson, Bobby Hodges. Numerous nieces, nephews and good friends.
Funeral service 2:00 p.m. Wednesday, June 8, 2011 at Galbreaith Pickard Funeral Chapel. Interment in Dicey Cemetery. Visitation 6-8 pm Tuesday at Galbreaith Pickard Funeral Chapel.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Gideon’s.