COPELAND, Brian Keith

Brian Keith Copeland, 39 of Chandler AZ, passed from this life on June 21, 2003. Brian was born March 4, 1964, in Benton Harbor, Michigan. Brian loved life and had many friends. He had a talent for decorating, cooking, and landscaping. Everyone is going to miss his fabulous holiday dinners, which he prepared for his friends. Brian was and inspiration to all who knew him. He will be greatly missed. He is survived by his father, Vernon (Barb) Copeland of Bridgman, MI.; mother, Joyce Copeland of Berrien Springs, MI.; brothers, Mark (Linda) Copeland of Stevensville, MI., Timothy Copeland of Berrien Springs MI.; niece, Darcy Copeland of Stevensville, MI.; companion Jeff Stoner of Chandler, AZ.; and his "girls" Kalie and Nikki. He was preceded in death by his maternal grandparents, Chester (Augusta) Runge and paternal grandparents, Otis (Bessie) Copeland. A service celebrating his life will be held Saturday, June 28, 2003 at 10:00 A.M. at Scottsdale Civic Center Mall Rose Garden Adjacent (Scottsdale Center For The Arts). Cremation has taken place. In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to: R.E.S.Q.U.E., 4747 E. Elliott Rd., Suite 29-415, Phoenix, AZ 85044-1629. www.azresque.org Published in The Arizona Republic on 6/26/2003.