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William " Bill " Lewis posted a condolence
Thursday, September 3, 2020
It is with deep sadden to learn the pasting of Revernd W. Eugene Copenhaver.
As a member of the Lutheran family i am sure these words are shared by all. May God welcome him as he enter into eternal rest...
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Kathy Stewart posted a condolence
Friday, August 28, 2020
So sorry Marty ~ such an admirable man. I was fortunate to work with him while directing Bethel's preschool. A very special memory was - at my request, him baptizing my niece Alaina Anderson at Fairfax Hospital's NICU. This struggling baby will celebrate her 23rd birthday this year. Love and condolences to you and family.
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John Wood posted a condolence
Friday, August 28, 2020
Hello, and I'm so sorry to hear about the loss of Pastor Copenhaver. I've resided in Arlington County, VA since 1975 and started attending Resurrection Lutheran Church (RELC) in Arlington shortly after moving here. Pastor Copenhaver and his assistant David Schafer I clearly remember. Pastor Copenhaver had a voice and manner that (along with the Holy Spirit) made one hunger to hear the Word. I missed him greatly when he departed RELC. A true disciple of our Lord. All my best to the Copenhaver family and yours in Christ,
John Wood
Arlington, VA
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Marie Galloway posted a condolence
Thursday, August 27, 2020
I am sorry for your loss. It is deeply painful to lose one you love but I hope you and your family can find comfort in your memories.
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Ann Marlow posted a condolence
Monday, August 24, 2020
Marty, I am so very sorry for the passing of your husband, Eugene. I will keep you and your family in my thoughts and prayers. Miss seeing you from our days in Extension together when you lived in Northern Virginia. Take good care, Ann
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Garnett Smth posted a condolence
Sunday, August 23, 2020
Dear Marty and Family,
I am so very to learn of Gene's passing. Please know that I will be thinking of you and praying for you in the days ahead.
I have so many wonderful memories of Gene and the great times we shared over the years and especially those at Trinity Lutheran in Pulaski. He was a wonderful Pastor to our family and a mentor to me and so many others.
Garnett Smith
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Herb Rendo posted a condolence
Friday, August 21, 2020
The man with the VOICE. I will never forget him. Pastor Copenhaver was the last word of advice that I took when having to make a very difficult decision about the custody of my young son. After hearing all the facts he simply looked at me as said "Herb, you don't have a choice" and it was clear that he was right. The events that followed could be called a miracle and probably saved my son's life. I think of him and Marty often and I will never forget his kind and gentle manner and his sage advice. Thank you Pastor Gene
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Rev. Dr. Richard D. Reichard posted a condolence
Friday, August 21, 2020
Gene was a most faithful, devoted member of the National Lutheran Home's Board of Trustees for eight years. As the Home's former executive director, I could always rely on Gene for his wise counsel and devoted service to the Home and its residents.
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Steve Roeseler pledged to donate to Ebenezer Lutheran Church
Thursday, August 20, 2020
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Steve Roeseler posted a condolence
Thursday, August 20, 2020
To Marty and family,
I am so sorry to hear of Genes death. I hope that he knew how much of a positive influence he was on me and my life. I am so glad he got to meet my wife and daughter at the RLC anniversary. My family extends are condolences to you all and may he rest in peace.
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Dr. David R Keck Sr posted a condolence
Thursday, August 20, 2020
Dear Martha and others dear to Gene: Grace and Peace from our Lord Jesus! We grieve with you at Gene's death. You may not remember us but we were classmates at LTSS (Gene was student body pres our sr year and i was class pres.). I regret that we did not remain close after graduation but did follow his wonderful ministry (starting out at my grandfather George Rhodes first parish at Pulaski (my mom was then born at Rural Retreat).
Gene was special to all of us who knew and loved him "back in the day." May you know God's Comfort and Peace.
In Christ's love, David & Diana Keck
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Carolyn B. Stamper posted a condolence
Thursday, August 20, 2020
Martha, so sorry for your loss of Eugene. My prayers are with you and your family. Carolyn
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Richard Hoehn posted a condolence
Thursday, August 20, 2020
Though we didn't know one another, his death deserves a tribute. I'm very impressed by his service to church and community. If my publisher permits late additions, I'll try to add some of his activities to a manuscript due for publication next February as an example of how the church members (pastor, in this case) serve not only one another but the larger community. Richard Hoehn
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Nancy Lindsey Eckhart posted a condolence
Wednesday, August 19, 2020
Dear Marty, I was sorry to read of Gene's passing. I can't remember when my brother Jack Lindsey and Gene were not friends. JackfBgTI told our brother Joe, that Gene was his best friend all the years growing up. They were born seven days apart and lived close enough to play together as children, attend and confirmed in same church and honor Jack and Steb as Best Man at their wedding. He and you Marty were the best. We send our regards to you and your wonderful family. I will always remember both of you.
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The Rev. Terrie Sternberg posted a condolence
Tuesday, August 18, 2020
Dear Marty and family:
On behalf of the members of Trinity Lutheran in Pulaski (Woman's Memorial before Pastor Copenhaver and you arrived), I wish to extend our deepest sympathy and prayers for your loss. We still have a number of members who were here during Pastor Copenhaver's and your time in Pulaski, and they always speak warmly of your time here!
In the short 4 years you were here, Pastor Copenhaver made a huge impact on our peoples' lives, our youths' lives, and the community around us. He helped the congregation reclaim its originally-planned name, and even recently was able to join us for Zoom worship! These past 56 years were fruitful for his as an ordained minister of the Gospel in spite of his declining vigor.
We wish we could share in a fitting service for Pastor Copenhaver - so sorry that things are not as usual for that. As you journey forward, know that you all are much loved, and we will ask for God's sweet comfort and peace for you, trusting in the joy of the resurrection through Jesus Christ. God bless you and keep you.
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The Rev. Terrie Sternberg uploaded photo(s)
Tuesday, August 18, 2020
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The Rev. Eugene Copenhaver, on the 55th Anniversary of his ordination, received this recognition certificate at the 2019 Assembly of the Virginia Synod of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America. In the photo is Assistant to the Bishop, the Rev. Kelly Bayer Derrick. Photo taken at Roanoke College, June 7, 2019.
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Carol Ackerman posted a condolence
Tuesday, August 18, 2020
Marty, so sorry for your loss. Sending thoughts and prayers for comfort and peace to you and your family during this difficult time.
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John Ericson posted a condolence
Tuesday, August 18, 2020
Marty, I'm so sorry to hear of Gene's passing. I'm grateful for his service to the gospel. We will remember all of you in our prayers.
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Denny Collins posted a condolence
Tuesday, August 18, 2020
Marty: I am so very sorry to hear of Gene's passing. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
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Susan Vogel Keck posted a condolence
Tuesday, August 18, 2020
I was, I believe, six years old when Pastor Copenhaver came to University Lutheran Church in Clemson, SC. He taught my confirmation class. He performed my confirmation ceremony. He performed the marriage ceremonies for both of my sisters, and for myself. He was always a warm and caring man. Nicknamed "Rev" by the students of Clemson University, if I remember correctly. I can remember sitting on the front pew, directly in front of Pastor Copenhaver, during church service, with his daughter, Becky, when we were quite young, The two of us cut up terribly but he never said a word to us. How we must have tried his patience! :) He always had a smile and a kind word for all, along with a laugh or two. I used to stop by his office at our church, as a teenager, just to say hello, and pass the time for a few minutes. He was there for you in good times and bad. There will never be another like him. He will be sorely missed. My thoughts and prayers go to you, Marty, Becky, Michael, and all of your family.
Susan (Vogel) Keck
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Dottie Moss posted a condolence
Tuesday, August 18, 2020
I first met Gene when I applied for the job of Secretary at Resurrection ELC. Aside from being employer/employee, we became good friends. Gene was always there for you regardless of your problems. I will never forget the influence he had on my family and my life. Gene will be greatly missed. My love and condolences to Marty and family.
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Monday, August 17, 2020
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Gene Copenhaver was a delightful one of a kind, a mentor, a friend, and the officiant at our wedding. There wasn’t anything Gene wouldn’t do for you! May your memories and faith, dear Copenhaver family, buoy you up in these times.
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Wanda Owens posted a condolence
Monday, August 17, 2020
Martha and family, so sorry for the loss of Gene, he was always so kind and pleasant to everyone. My daughter Jennifer was at the manor when his Mom was out there, she always enjoyed seeing you both. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
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Monday, August 17, 2020
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