of Mountain View, AR
July 13, 1980 - November 3, 2023
Ricky Dale Copeland, 43, passed away on November 3, 2023. He was a beloved son, brother, uncle and friend who will be greatly missed by all who knew him.
"Cornbread" as he was fondly called by friends and family was born on July 13, 1980 in Newport, Arkansas.
After graduation at MVHS, he attended Tulsa Welding School in Tulsa, Oklahoma. He became a welder and enjoyed the career he had chosen. Throughout his career, he traveled to many states and made friends wherever he went. He was an easy going and loyal friend. He loved spending time with his family and friends, riding motorcycles with his MC Brothers and attending dirt track races.
He is survived by his loving partner, Ester Avery; parents, Dale and Nina Copeland; sister, Felicia Sisk (Lee); nephews. Trenton Tilley, Tristen Sisk; niece, Maci Kate Tilley and two self-adopted daughters, Jamie Ypya (Jeremy) and Christina Victory (Trevor).
He is preceded in death by his maternal grandparents, Hurl and Jewel Condrey and paternal grandparents, Percy and Ida Copeland.
A memorial service will be held on November 11, 2023 at 2:00PM in Blanchard Springs Amphitheater, Mountain View, Arkansas.
Roller Crouch Funeral Home in Mountain View, Arkansas is in charge of the arrangements.
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16 Condolence(s)
James and Tresa Wills
Thursday, November 9, 2023
Paul greenway
Wednesday, November 8, 2023
Sure sorry to hear about that he was my friend
Laurie Conder
Wednesday, November 8, 2023
We will miss you Cornbread, Rest In Peace
Lorie Marshall
Wednesday, November 8, 2023
Cornbread you were one of the good ones! I so enjoyed working with you all those years at Systems…you will be missed beyond measure! Until we meet again my friend…fly high
Danny and Brigette Wilson
Wednesday, November 8, 2023
Praying for the family
James Herrington
Wednesday, November 8, 2023
Our Deepest Condolences on the passing of Cornbread, May He ride the Golden road to the Eternal Chapter LOVE ,LOYALTY AND RESPECT
COUNTY LINE THUNDER-HEADS M/C
Jeff northern
Wednesday, November 8, 2023
I enjoyed the friendship we had,and the good times working together.You will truly be missed brother.Fly high Cornbread.Rest in Peace
Betty, Rhonda and Kelli Martin
Tuesday, November 7, 2023
We are so sorry Nina,Dale ,family and his Red and Gold family. Much love and prayers to you all.
Bobby glidewell
Tuesday, November 7, 2023
Rest easy my friend still can’t believe it I enjoy working with you at Nys Nucor see you on Filp side love you brother
Lucas Foster
Tuesday, November 7, 2023
Didn’t know bread that much only worked with him for a few months but I am very thankful for some of the things he taught me. See you on the next one bread.
Carol Wade
Tuesday, November 7, 2023
I am sorry to hear of Ricky's passing. He has always been so easy going. My prayers go out to the Copeland, Condrey, and Sisk families as you deal with the your loss.
Tina Easley Terry
Monday, November 6, 2023
Cornbread you was an awesome man and will be missed by everyone whom knew you. Especially Jamie and Christina who called you Daddy. RIP MY FRIEND TILL WE MEET AGAIN
Tina Easley Terry
Monday, November 6, 2023
Cornbread you was an awesome man and will be missed by everyone whom knew you. Especially Jamie and Christina who called you Daddy. RIP MY FRIEND TILL WE MEET AGAIN
Freda Cruse
Monday, November 6, 2023
Dale and Nina I'm
So sorry to hear of your sons passing. My heart is with you.
Genny Jeffries
Monday, November 6, 2023
To my dear friend Felicia and her family I'm so very sorry for your loss. Prayers will continue for you and all the family during this difficult time..love ya
Christy hohn
Monday, November 6, 2023
You will forever be missed until we meet again love ya cornbread