The death has occurred of:
Edward, (Teddy) COPELAND
Copeland Edward, (Teddy) died peacefully surrounded by his family in hospital 21st January 2023.
Teddy’s remains will rest in the family home 4 Myrtledene Road, Belfast until 1.30pm Tuesday 24th January for 2.00pm requiem mass at the Church of the Immaculate Heart of Mary, Parish of Carryduff and Drumbo.
Loving husband to Jeannie (McBride) devoted father to Sharon, Teddie, Lyndsey and Kim. Father-in-law to Liam, Patricia, Mark and Marty. Caring Grandfather to Teddie, Ciaran, Kate, Owen, Conor, Rory, Sarah, Aoibh, Caolan and Odhran and Great Grandchildren Donncha, Jude and Saoirse. Brother to Pat, Alfie, Jimmy, Margaret and the late Marilyn. Deeply regretted by all his nieces and nephews.
Dear Lord, wrap your arms around Teddy and lift him to heaven to be reunited with his beautiful Grandson Owen, Sister Marilyn and his beloved parents Kitty and Pat.
For five years you’ve carried Christ’s cross. You never complained and always smiled. Every Carer, Nurse and Doctor taken in by your beautiful charm. You have always taught us to be brave, you are our hero, our strength and best friend but above all you are our Teddy. You lived your life as a true Christian of God, a good neighbour and friend to all.
In your life you’ve loved them all.
Rest in the arms of all the Angels* and Saints. St. Jude Pray for him. Deeply regretted by the entire Copeland family.
Family flowers only. If desired donations in lieu to NI Chest, Heart and Stroke Association c/o O’Kanes Funeral Directors 116-118 Donegall Street Belfast BT1 2GX