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Caleb Copeland Obituary

Caleb Michael Copeland 16, a resident of Zachary, LA and a native New Roads, LA. Caleb passed away on Sunday, August 13, 2017 as a result of an automobile accident. He was a rock to his mother, father and sister. He had a big heart, a friend to all, and was his sister's best friend. Caleb loved to laugh and joke. He was a senior at False River Academy in New Roads where he had played football and baseball. Visitation will be on Thursday, August 17, 2017 at Niland Funeral Home in New Roads from 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm. Visitation will continue at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Lakeland on Friday, August 18, 2017 from 10:00 am until Christian service in the church at 12:00 pm. Burial to follow at Resthaven Garden of Memories Cemetery in Baton Rouge. The family invites everyone to attend a memorial reception after the burial at First Baptist Church of New Roads Gym. He is survived by his father, Corey Copeland; mother, Candace Derbes Copeland; sister, Sydney Copeland; paternal grandmother, Lana Ryland; maternal grandmother Anne Derbes; uncles; Chris and wife Brittany Copeland and Casey and wife Katie Copeland; special family; Hayley Gleason, Landry Gleason, Doug Gleason and Coleen Gleason. He is also survived by a host of other family and friends. He was preceded in death by his paternal grandfather Paul Copeland and maternal grandfather Pete Derbes. In lieu of flowers the family request donations be made in Caleb's memory to St. Jude Hospital in Memphis, TN.

Published by The Advocate from Aug. 15 to Aug. 18, 2017.
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Still missing you more and more everyday I still can't believe that this is real. I can't even get the thought out of my head. I love you baby boy. I will come see you soon.

Allison Gagne

February 25, 2018

Missing your sweet sweet soul more and more everyday. From our wild Baton Rouge trips, to you sneaking me into the fra basketball games, and coming over to surprise Chloe. U will remain in my heart and mind forever boy

Allison Smith

December 15, 2017

Four months yesterday..

Mrs. Julie

December 14, 2017

- a friend

November 7, 2017

October 17, 2017

Anne, I just read about the passing of your precious grandson. Today this is my prayer. May the blessing of his life overshadow the tragedy of his loss.

Laurie Gilpin

October 1, 2017

A Prayer..

Lord, at the moment,
nothing seems to be able
to help the loss I feel.
My heart is broken and my spirit mourns.
All I know is that Your grace is sufficient.
This day, this hour...
Moment by moment...
I choose to lean on You.
For when I am at my weakest,
Your strength is strongest.
I pour out my grief to You
And praise You that -
On one glorious day -
When all suffering is extinguished
and love has conquered,
We shall walk together again.

J. Diez

September 9, 2017

Caleb, you will forever remain in our broken hearts and are thought of every single day.

Julie Diez

September 9, 2017

Dear Candace and family, I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your beloved Caleb. Please know you are in my thoughts and prayers. With love and light, Rosalie Benitez

August 21, 2017

I am so sorry for your loss. Caleb and the entire family are in my prayers. May the Lord give you comfort in this most difficult of times.

Lisa LaCour

August 20, 2017

Candace and family,
We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this difficult time. We hope your wonderful memories of Caleb will bring you comfort in the future.

Mark and Karen Foti Jarreau

August 19, 2017

I knew Caleb for a while between working at sammys and walk ons . He was defineately a character and always the go to person if you needed a good laugh. It broke my heart when I found out the news . Such a precious life taken way to early . Prayers for your family through this hard time

Tori Schenk

August 19, 2017

Anne - please call me when u feel up to talking. Charlie and I are so sorry to hear of Caleb's passing. Our prayers r with you and Candace. 601 645 5030

Gwen and Charlie Prestridge

August 18, 2017

prayers go out to the family!

paige mayeux

August 18, 2017

SORRY FOR YOUR LOST FROM SAHAJDA " DOC " WILLIS FROM THE EAST FELICIANA PARISH CORONERS OFFICE & THE WEST BATON ROUGE CORONERS OFFICE & THE IBERVILLE PARISH CORONERS OFFICE & THE IBERVILLE PARISH SHERIFF OFFICE .

SAHAJDA WILLIS

August 17, 2017

I only met Caleb a few weeks ago but we were buddies. Some friends and I were eating at MePa's restaurant Caleb was going to wait on us and while we were trying to decide what to drink, he took our drink order. All water, I think. When he came close to me he spilled a couple of ice waters on me. He took my breath away! He was so apologetic. So precious. So the next time we went I asked for him. They said he was on bus boy duty that night but Sandy the manager let him wait on us. He was so careful. He was so kind and respectful of this 73 year old lady. I loved him at first drink of water. My sympathy goes to the family. He was truly a light of your family.

Dean Dykes

August 17, 2017

Praying for the family. Candace, my most amazing friend, you can and will.

Jill Haney

August 17, 2017

Candace,

There are no words sufficient to express how heartbroken I am for you. My prayers are with all of you today and the days ahead. We are out of state or I would be with you these next two days. I vividly remember sitting at my mom's house in br talking about our baby boys. All my love old friend.

Lucie LeDoux

August 17, 2017

Weeping may endure for a night but joy comes in the morning. Keeping you and the rest of the family in my prayers.

Angela Davis

August 17, 2017

How difficult it must be to lose a child. I can't even imagine the agony and pain parents have to face in this situation. I know his family is overwhelmed and heart broken. I know our dear friend, Caleb's uncle, Casey, is devastated. My heart, thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Please try to find hope in the fact that he is in a beautiful place now filled with love and peace. May God help you through your grief. Our sincere sympathy and prayers.

Dale and Jo Anne Adams

August 17, 2017

May comfort from God give the family peace and the strength to endure this difficult time.

August 17, 2017

Anne. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. Terri Hedgepeth

August 17, 2017

Anne: Randal and I are so, so sorry for your family's loss. I hope the memories of the good times will help you through your grief. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Lisa

Lisa Barnett

August 16, 2017

It takes a strong man and woman to be a great father and mother as you both were to Caleb. It takes an even stronger mother and father to be forever grieving parents. My heart goes out to you. I know Owen will truly miss Caleb and remember him forever. I pray you can find the peace you may need.

Dana Wells

August 16, 2017

Lana,
We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time. Prayers that God will continue to provide strength and healing.

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August 16, 2017

I worked with Caleb at Me'Pas in Central. He was such a sweet person and we will miss him terribly. He was a beautiful person inside and out. My heart breaks for the family and friends and you will be on my thoughts and prayers.

Leigh Wheeler

August 16, 2017

Our hearts and prayers are with you at this terrible time. Our family spent time talking about Caleb and Twin River the other night and how those years were definitely some of the best...

Ron & Missy Allen

August 16, 2017

Sweet little Caleb! Oh how I Love you ! you were the first friend from Zachary that Bliss made. I will miss your smile and your visits! Thank you for unknowingly showing Bliss (and me) what a true friend should be! you were her rock and always her soft place to land! She will never find another friend like you. I pray that as she continues in this earthly life that she will always use your friendship as an example of how to be a friend to others. Rest in peace sweet boy , I will never forget your remarkable character and gentle nature that you so graciously shared with the ones you loved !
I pray that your family and friends be given peace that passes all understanding during the days to come, and may you watch over us all from where you are! Love, Miss Amber ( Bliss Shelton's Mom)

Amber Bizette

August 16, 2017

Keeping all of you close to my heart and memories of Caleb and all he meant to this world top of mind. Sending you love, strength, and eventual peace.

Nicole & Navara David

August 16, 2017

May God and his Angels hold peace and comfort over Caleb and his dear family. No words or actions can take away the pain you are All feeling and im so very heartbroken for u all. We didnt know caleb long or often , only when the river flooded and our sons boat( mj is calebs age) floated to his property- my husband went to get the boat as,our dear friend Mr Ronnie knew them and found it for us. Ralph could not take the boat from.this sweet boy whom begged n offered his savings for it n in return ralph said son save it for college u can have the boatand caleb lit up like a baby at first Christmas. I know his sweet smile is lighting up the sky tonight- to mom Candace ( ive never met but feel so for u) and sister n father n friends n family n Caleb himself- my heart is aching for such tragedy n we are all so saddened over ur loss , love the Wadleigh Family- Ralph,Jenni,Mj,Landon,&Gabby

Jennifer Wadleigh

August 15, 2017

No words could ever heal the heartache you are all going through. My family will continue to pray for you all. Caleb was definitely one of a kind. Always a smile and loved to joke around. I got to speak with him on Thursday at school and he was excited for his Sr year. Prayers!!

Amy McDaniel

August 15, 2017

Candace and family,
May God comfort you during this difficult time and may the love of those around you help you through the days ahead. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Patsy Daigrepont Langlois

August 15, 2017

Keeping your family in my prayers and wishing that God will give you strength for today and hope for tomorrow!

Brenda Ryland Descant

August 15, 2017

I'm so sorry for your loss. I'm praying for you all today and the days to come. My heart is broken. Caleb was apart of my very first class that I taught. You all have such a special place in my heart. I love y'all.

Leneeta Ewing

August 15, 2017

Prayers for all of you. Keep the memories forever close to your heart. May God give you strength.

Pam Shaffer

August 15, 2017

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