It’s hard to believe that two years ago you went to the Lord. You are deeply missed by so many people who loved you so much. 

Rest in peace my dear friend



Julie was my neighbor for thirty-five years. I have great memories of the fun loving and caring lady she was, especially when our children were growing up. She loved life and her family.  She will be greatly missed. Prayers for Bruce and family.

Bruce, I think of you, my high school friend, whom I haven't seen in so long.  Julie's passing must be so difficult for you and your family.  I loved seeing that prom picture.  I send you my condolences from Knoxville, Tennessee.  I will also pray that you and your sons move forward forever lifted high by Julie's love for you.

Julie, 
My heart is heavy knowing you are gone way too soon.  You were one of a kind. Full of life and full of love. Remembering your sense of humor and some of your comments makes me smile. 
Your  love and commitment to Bruce and your boys was always evident in every thing you did.  You were a good daughter to your mom. A good friend, generous and kind.
Girl, you will be missed, but your memory lives on in many hearts,
Till we meet again. 


So sorry to here of Julie’s passing. We were on PTO at Petrosky Elementary for many years. She was so feisty and funny.  Sending prayers of comfort to her family.

Like everyone, I was heartbroken to learn of Julie's passing.  All of the wonderful memories have a way of rushing right back.  Julie and I met in 7th grade, at Marsh Jr. High School (she was one of the "new girls" in school), and became fast friends.  The shared memories with Julie always included lots of fun, much laughter, and maybe some harmless shenanigans along the way.  I loved her feisty personality, big laugh, and fun-loving spirit.  She was truly one of a kind, to be sure.

I will feel forever grateful to have been touched by the bright light that was Julie.

Rest in peace, dear friend.

Betsy Douglas Simons


My dear friend Julie,
I wish heaven had a phone so I could hear your voice again. I thought of you today, but that’s nothing new.  I thought about you yesterday and days before that too.  I think of you in silence, I often speak your name. All I have are memories and a picture in a frame. 
Your memory is a keepsake, from which I’ll never part. 
God has you in his arms
I have you in my heart. 

I am so sorry to hear about Julie's passing. She was such a vibrant, fun and loving person! A life so well lived! Prayers for you and know that you will see her again.
Betsy Burkett McCann

My dear friend Julie,

As soon as we met in high school I knew an adventure was going to happen. Many adventures with lots of fun and laughter. 

Being college roommates took our adventure to an  all time high. The many road trips back-and-forth from Dallas to Tyler, dressing up as Santa Claus for our dorm Christmas party and many more adventures. 

All the many hours  we talked on the phone over the years.  All the times I got to visit with you when you came to town to visit family and friends. 

I promised you many years ago I would always watch over Helen. And know more than ever I will be there for her my dear friend. 

Julie you made my life so much better. 
I will cherish our friendship and times together and keep them close to my heart forever. 

Bruce, Brad, Matt, Clara,  Helen,  Eddie and Steve all my love and prayers are with you. 

RIP my dear friend. Rest in peace. 
We will meet again someday. 

Dear Julie:
My dearest friend, family, soul mate.  Your life and the way you lived it is summed up in “Love.”  

The way you loved Bruce, the way you loved your boys and little Archer, the way you loved Clara and her family, the way you loved your Mom, Bothers, Dad, cousins and friends and the way you loved fun and doing what was right.

I’ve already thought about calling you for one of our marathon phone calls to ask you what I’m supposed to do now.

I think I’ll just look up to heaven and we we will chat and feel peace and laugh!

Fly high sweet girl... I will love you forever,
Ruthie

O JULIE. All of my memories are of your infectious laughter, unfailing kindness and wonderful sense of fun and adventure.  Your incredible strength in times of adversity. Your utter determination. Your ability to joyfully embrace each and every day of life. Beyond the countless memories of high school, I have treasured our friendship across the years. All of the many long and happy "catching up" phone calls since then, the reunions and celebrations of milestones in our lives and those of our children.  Your presence in my life (and the lives of so many others) was a bright and constant light...a gift and blessing beyond measure. Heaven has a new angel!  I love you. ❤️  

Sorry to hear of Julie’s passing. She was such a fun person to be around. I hope she is at peace now. Prayers for Bruce. 

Buddy Smith

I’m so sorry to hear of Julie’s passing.  My memories of Julie from high school are of a sweet, nice, and fun loving person. My thoughts and prayers go out to her family at this time.

Julie, you'll be missed...I hope you've found peace and happiness. So many fun memories from jr high and high school (WTW go horns).
Condolences, thoughts and prayers to you, Bruce, and your family.
😥🙏

Oh Julie heaven is rocking now that you are home!! What a wonderful time we had in high school - hanging sheets from the second story window to sneak out, pushing the car down the street so my parents wouldn’t hear, going to Lakemont lounge & Buggers, dragging Forest Lane, etc. You were the most fun best friend. I am sure Debbie met you at heaven’s gate. 
Bruce & the boys, I know you will miss Julie’s precious personality and love for life. Her legacy will live on through you. Julie was loved by many. Welcome home sweet friend. I love you.

So hard to imagine such a vibrant, hilariously funny individual has left this earth.  Julie's personality was larger than life and  I too have such great memories of her, especially our junior and senior years.  Sincerest sympathies to her dear family.  

My heart broke when I heard this news. :-(  So many wonderful memories of Julie from high school and some after.  She was one of the funniest and most spirited people I've ever known, and a loving friend. My love to you Bruce, your sons, Helen, and all who loved her. She will be missed.

It was with tremendous sadness that I learned of Julie’s passing.   I have so many wonderful, fun memories of time spent with her at WTW.  Sending heartfelt condolences to all of her loved ones.  

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Julie Anne Coplen

August 27, 1957 – April 29, 2020

Memorial Oaks Funeral Home & Cemetery

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