PAYNE, OH:
Evelyn Marie Copsey, 88, of Payne, passed away Thursday, July 25, 2024, at Parkview Regional Medical Center.
Evelyn was born in Paulding on February 25, 1936, a daughter of the late Matilda (Ditlinger) & William Coughlin.
Evelyn dedicated many years of her life to serving as the secretary for Divine Mercy Catholic Church, formerly known as St. John’s, in Payne. Despite retiring from her role, she remains an active and devoted member of the congregation. Evelyn finds joy in arts and crafts, music, cooking, and tending to her flowers. Her deep passion for her Catholic faith has been a guiding force throughout her life. She cherishes her family, especially her children, grandchildren, and greatgrandchild, who hold a special place in her heart.
She will be sadly missed by her husband, Wayne; children, Bruce Copsey & Angela (Brian) Santo; sister, Patricia (Michael) Young; grandchildren, Nathan & Tiffany May; & great grandchild, Harmony Demery.
Evelyn was preceded in death by her siblings, Margaret McNamee, Francis (Bonnie), Joseph, Donald (Sue) Coughlin.
Viewing will be Tuesday, July 30th, from 4-7:30 PM with a Rosary service at 7:30, at Dooley Funeral Home, Payne.
Viewing is also Wednesday, July 31st, from 9-9:30 AM at the funeral home.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Wednesday at 10 AM at Divine Mercy Catholic Church, Payne.
Memorials are to Masses or Catholic Charities, Toledo.
Fond memories may be shared at dooleyfuneralhome.com.
