With humble respect, Sewell Mortuary in Grantville announces the transition of Alvin Copeland on January 14th, 2024.

A funeral service will be held on Saturday 1/20/24 at 12 PM, at Shiloh Baptist Church Shiloh, Ga

Visitation will be from 4 to 6 PM on Friday 1/19/24 at the mortuary.

Deacon Alvin Copeland was born February 1, 1948 in Harris County, Shiloh, Georgia to the late Rufus, Sr. and Vera L. Copeland.

He departed this life on January 14, 2024

Alvin was educated in the Harris County School System. After high school Alvin decided to proudly serve our country by joining the United State Army.

At an early age Alvin accepted Christ and joined Shiloh Missionary Baptist Church where he proudly served as a deacon for over 40 years and also on the finance committee.

Alvin worked and retired after many years from a manufacturing company Coats and Clarks. After retirement he decided to start his own business as a tv repairman.

Alvin was preceded in death by his parent, Rufus, Sr. and Vera L. Copeland. His Sisters: Clara J. Copeland and Judy Ward. Mother-in-law: Mary Lizzie Parks, Sister-in-law: Delores Williams and Brother & Sister-in-law: Willie Joe and Annie J. Williams.

He leaves to cherish his memories a Loving and Devoted wife, Mary L. Copeland and Son, Eldridge Jerome Copeland. 2 Brothers: Nathaniel Copeland and Rufus Copeland, Jr. of Atlanta Georgia. 2 Sisters: Mary Copeland of Shiloh, Ga. And Patricia (Tyrone) Pearson of Rex, GA. 2 Grandsons: Stephun Jones and Anthony Copeland of Rex, Ga. Sisters-in-law: Bettye Williams, Ethel (Bobby) Marshall, Vanessa Parks and Theresa (Curtis) Williams. Nieces: Pamela, Felita, Cynthia, Yolanda, Surmeika, Adrienne, Brianna, Darlene and Amaya. Nephews: Barry, Dante`, Chantal, Adelric, Bobby Jr., Corderick and Martavious. Chosen Daughters: Doris and Lisa Special Friends: Sam, Robertson and Lil Bit. His great nieces, nephews, cousins and friend will also miss him dearly.

Sewell Mortuary is honored to be entrusted with providing end-of-life services to the family of Alvin Copeland.