On March 28th Gerrie (Geraldine) Coplin was surrounded by family as she was welcomed into the arms of God, being met by her Lord and Savior Jesus. She was survived by the love of her life, her husband and constant companion of 57 years, David Coplin.
Her surviving children are, Michael Coplin, Randy Coplin and Brian Coplin and Debra Coplin-Valdisera (Tim); Grandchildren, Jose Serrano (Lisa), Tony Serrano, Tara Serrano; Great grandchildren, Jared Brown, Sedona Serrano, Jasmin Serrano and Cody DeBride; her surviving sisters, Doris Van Voast (Greg), Betty Davis, Sharon Boyd (Joe) & Carol Martin; and several surviving nieces, nephews and other relatives.
Preceding her in death were her parents, Milton and Agnes Enger; son, Robert Coplin; and sisters, Lorraine Cowie, Mildred Funk, Patricia Joseph, Margaret Siedl (Dennis) and Shirley Diane Enger.
Dave and Gerrie met in Livingston Montana and lived their lives together in Montana. They celebrated their 50 year anniversary a few years ago surrounded by family and friends.
Gerrie bonded her family together for holiday gatherings and events and was continually focused on making sure that family was well taken care of.
Gerrie was compassionate, always thinking of others first. She was very loving and served her family and her community with a heartfelt consistency and diligence. She had many close friends and prayer partners at The Fortress of Joy, having a heart toward her church family and was strong in Christian faith.
Services will be at 2pm on Friday, April 4th at the Fortress of Joy, 720 Faw Rd. Funeral procession to follow the service to Sunset Memorial Gardens Cemetery. Returning to Fortress of Joy’s Fellowship Hall for a Reception after burial. Visitation will be the day prior on Thursday April 3rd from 4-6pm.
Flowers and/or Condolences can be sent to Fortress of Joy or in c/o Anderson, Stevenson Wilke Funeral Home.
Please visit below to offer the family condolences or to share a memory of Geraldine.
Service Schedule
Visitation
4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Thursday April 3, 2014
Anderson Stevenson Wilke Funeral Home
3750 N. Montana Ave.
Helena, Montana 59602
Celebration of Her Life
2:00 p.m.
Friday April 4, 2014
Fortress of Joy Church
720 Faw Rd.
Helena, Montana 59602
Burial
After the service
Friday April 4, 2014
Sunset Memorial Gardens Cemetery
7100 N. Montana Ave.
Helena, Montana 59602
Reception
After the burial
Friday April 4, 2014
Fortress of Joy Fellowship Hall
720 Faw Rd.
Helena, Montana 59602
Service Schedule
Visitation
4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Thursday April 3, 2014
Anderson Stevenson Wilke Funeral Home
3750 N. Montana Ave.
Helena, Montana 59602
Celebration of Her Life
2:00 p.m.
Friday April 4, 2014
Fortress of Joy Church
720 Faw Rd.
Helena, Montana 59602
Burial
After the service
Friday April 4, 2014
Sunset Memorial Gardens Cemetery
7100 N. Montana Ave.
Helena, Montana 59602
Reception
After the burial
Friday April 4, 2014
Fortress of Joy Fellowship Hall
720 Faw Rd.
Helena, Montana 59602
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Hiedi Handford says
My sincerest condolences to the Coplin family.
Mike and Brian – I would love to go to your Mother’s services and give you both a HUGE HUG but unfortunately I will be at my Father’s services on the same day, same time, only at the VA and American Legion.
Losing a parent is so hard, I can personally attest to that these days.
Hang in there folks – and remember the funny, warm, loving, happy times when you need comfort. Wish I could be there for you.
Hiedi
Cari & Scott Hutchison says
We will always remember Aunt Gerrie for her kind heart and absolute faith. I don’t think Gerrie ever said an unkind word to anyone. Please know that you are all in our hearts and prayers through this difficult time. Hoping that you all receive some measure of peace and comfort from the love and support of family and friends.
Cari & Scott Hutchison
Dan & Flo Jenkins says
Dave and Family,
Our deepest and sincere sympathy is sent your way at this most difficult time. Gerrie will be greatly missed. Se was one of the kindest, sweetest ladies we have ever met.
Prayers!
Dan & Flo Jenkins
Judy Rolfe says
Mike,
I am so sorry to learn of your loss. You always spoke so highly of your Mom and I know she will truly be missed. Please know that I am thinking of you at this difficult time and keeping you in my prayers. We miss you here at work but know that this time with your family will be a blessing for all of you.
Vonnei Jenkins says
Dave & Family,
I’m so sorry for loss. Please know you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Vonnie Jenkins
Verna Kroll says
Coplin Family,
Sending my condolences Debi, sorry about your mom. She was such a sweetheart and always updated me on you and lots of other stuff when I would run into her at the Wally World! We know she is in a better place and healed and we will see her again, in the mean time God Bless you and your family through this season and I pray you will always reminisce on the good times!