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Frederick Copponex Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers from Aug. 18 to Aug. 20, 2014.

A native and lifelong resident of Baton Rouge, Freddie Copponex passed away August 18th, 2014, at the Carpenter House. Born July 14, 1930, he was 84 years old. Freddie was a graduate of Catholic High School and attended LSU. He served in the Louisiana National Guard. Freddie was a retired purchasing agent for Allied Chemical and later worked in the same capacity for Fluor Corporation. In 1955, Freddie married his beloved Catherine Decoteau, with whom he raised six children. They were married for 41 years until her passing in 1996. Surviving Freddie are his sons and daughters-in-law, Keith and Teri (Roy) Copponex, Gregory and Elaine (Deville) Copponex, Clint Copponex and Missy Perry, and Bart and Teri (Perry) Copponex; daughters and sons-in-law, Charmagne and Paul Sagona, and Sherri and Robert L. Kleinpeter, III; grandchildren,Cody and wife Alyse Copponex, Benjamin and wife Lauren Sagona, Keri Copponex and fiancé William Mullen, Samantha S. and husband Yancy Tiblier; Robert Lee Kleinpeter, IV and fiancée Tiffany Breaux, Drew Copponex, Audrey Copponex, Christian Copponex, Caroline Copponex, and Cameron Copponex; sister and brother-in-law, Patricia C. and Dr. James Hannie; and numerous nieces and nephews. Preceding Freddie in death were his wife, Catherine D. Copponex, parents, John J. and Bernadette Keller Copponex, Jr., brother, John J. "Buddy" Copponex, III, sisters, Marjorie C. Wells, Shirley C. Kilgore, Effie C. Hardy, Bernice C. Barry, and Mary Ellen "Noonie" C. Day. Freddie was an avid LSU Tiger football fan, having had the same bloc of season tickets for over 50 years, right above those of best friends Burt and Maxine Helouin. He and "Cat" never missed a home game in their younger days, and passed the tradition on to their children and grandchildren, some who still occupy those same seats today. Visitation will be held at Rabenhorst Funeral Home East, 11000 Florida Blvd., Tuesday, August 19th, from 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. Visitation will continue on Wednesday, August 20th, from 8:00 a.m. until services at 10:00 a.m. Burial will follow at Greenoaks Memorial Park. Serving as pallbearers are Cody Copponex, Benjamin Sagona, Lee Kleinpeter, Drew Copponex, Christian Copponex, and David Helouin. Honorary pallbearer is Cameron Copponex. The family wishes to thank Jason Jerusalem, RN, at OLOL, and the caring staff at St. Joseph Hospice and The Carpenter House. We would also like to thank the employees and regulars at Sammy's Grill for always being a good friend to Freddie. In lieu of flowers, donations to The Carpenter House would be appreciated.

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August 21, 2014

sherri kleinpetet

Daddy I love you.

August 20, 2014

Hillar Moore

To the Copponex Family,
I am sorry for your loss. My thoughts are with you and your family during these difficult times.
District Attorney Hillar C. Moore, III

August 19, 2014

Suzanne Snider

To my six cousins, their spouses, and all the nieces and nephews: We are so sorry to hear about Uncle Freddie's passing. He was truly a caring person. We have such good memories of Christmas on Aster Street and at Maw Maw Braud's, our annual week spent in Baton Rouge with Copponex cousins, and of course, the nights listening to the LSU games when all the grown ups were at the game. Uncle Freddie made all of our husbands feel so welcome to the family. We will miss him.

August 19, 2014

Donna Ramirez

To Sherri, Thinking of you and wishing you peace that comes with time and the comfort of memories. So sorry for your loss.

August 19, 2014

Judy Borne Davidson

To the Copponex Family,

You all are in my thoughts and prayers. I fondly remember the good old days of Aster Street and St. Agnes. May God hold you all in the palm of His hands during this loss of your father. The wonderful memories shared will always be in your hearts. May God give you peace and comfort at this time.

August 19, 2014

Alario Center

Copponex Family,

Our collective hearts are heavy with sympathy. Your family is in our prayers.

Drew's coworkers at The Alario Center

August 19, 2014

Our deepest sympathies are extended to Greg and siblings.

Van Roeling

August 19, 2014

ELIZABETH BRAUD TRICHE

To uncle Freddie's family, my condolences. Your family holds a special place in my heart. God bless you at this time of sorrow.

August 18, 2014

Kay Oge

Prayerful intentions for Mr. Freddie and family.

August 18, 2014

Benjy and Lauren Sagona

August 18, 2014

Benjy and Lauren Sagona

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