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Joe Edward Copeland Jr., age 64, died Thursday, March 22, 2018 peacefully at Willis-Knighton Pierremont Health Center in Shreveport, Louisiana from recent diagnosis of stomach/esophageal cancer.

Joe was born in Tacoma, Washington March 14, 1954 where his father was stationed during his military service in the Army. Most of his life Joe lived in Northwest Louisiana around Shreveport and Coushatta. He graduated from Fair Park High School in 1973. Joe had a passionate love of the outdoors and recently moved to Avinger, Texas to be near Lake of the Pines.

Joe was one of five children born to Barbara Crouch Copeland Byrd and the late Joe E. Copeland Sr. Many residents of Stonewall, LA will remember him working for his father "Papa Joe" at Joe's General Store. He was lovingly called "Eddie" by his siblings, Michael "Mike" Copeland and wife Eileen of Shreveport, LA; David "Tandy" Copeland and wife Donna of Keatchie, LA; Arthur Copeland of Houston, Texas; and Amy Copeland Simmons of Shreveport, LA.

In his youth Joe was an avid outdoorsman spending most of his time in the woods hunting or on the lake fishing. He worked as a carpenter and loved the feel of wood in his hand as he carved figures of the birds and animals he so loved. Joe was a big man standing 6'4" and rarely seen without his signature carpenter overalls. He had a hunger for life and was a pretty darn good cook by most standards. Many have sat at his table enjoying deer sausage, fried catfish or boiled crawfish. He was jolly and outgoing surrounding himself by many family and friends that will miss him dearly.

He is survived by his daughter, Christina Marie Copeland and husband Adam Hofslund of Frierson, LA; son, Trey Steven Copeland and wife Kali of Doyline, LA; granddaughter Ankara "Kari" Powell and husband Chris; grandson William Copeland; and great-grandchildren Emma and Marie. He is preceded in death by infant daughter Tamara Ann Copeland.

Joe's wishes will be honored and his ashes will be scattered on the lakes that he loved and where he spent most of his time. Memorial service is yet to be determined.

(Published by Boone Funeral Home of Shreveport, LA)

Joe married M.E. Crnkovic [Group Sheet]

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SHREVEPORT, LA - Frank Crnkovic, born August 16, 1926, was a resident of Shreveport, LA. On March 2nd, 2012, at the age of 85 after a brief illness, Frank passed away peacefully at Willis Knighton South Hospital. He was retired from Kansas City Southern Railroad after 40 years of dedicated service.

Frank was one of ten children born in Zwolle, LA to the late Ed and Frazine Ebarb Crnkovic and was the beloved husband of Hellen (Lois) Paudert Crnkovic for over 62 years. Frank was preceded in death by siblings Steve, Joe, Johnny and Helen Byers. He will forever be remembered by his devoted siblings Pete, Mickey, Josephine Jones, Lois Sava and Donald; beloved children Duane Crnkovic, Elizabeth Ann Goelden and Marsha Everett; treasured grandchildren Frank Johnson, Rodney Crnkovic, Dara Martin, Christina Copeland and Justin Goelden; great grandchildren Krystal and Hailey Martin; along with countless other friends and family whom were blessed to know him.

Sir Knight Frank Crnkovic was a 4th Degree Knights of Columbus of Bishop Daniel Desmond Assembly. His family has been parishioners of Saint Mary of the Pines Catholic Church since 1973 where he was an active member in Saint Mary of the Pines Men's Club.

Frank touched the lives of many people with his love and generosity. Friends and family are invited to attend visitation on Tuesday, March 6th from 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm at Centuries Memorial Funeral Home, 8801 Mansfield Road, Shreveport, LA 71118,(318) 686-4334.

Funeral Mass will be held on Wednesday, March 7th at 10:00 am at Saint Mary of the Pines Catholic Church at 1050 Bert Kouns Industrial Loop, Shreveport, LA 71118. The Crnkovic family expresses gratitude to our beloved family and friends that have been so supportive during this difficult time.

You may offer condolences and sign the on-line guest book by visiting www.centuriesmemorialfh.com.

(Published in The Shreveport Times on March 4, 2012)

Frank married Hellen Eloisa Paudert Nov 1949. Hellen was born 14 Sep 1929, Wiergate, Newton County, Texas, USA; died 9 Mar 2016, Shreveport, Caddo Parish, Louisiana, USA; was buried 16 Mar 2016, Centuries Memorial Park - Shreveport, Louisiana, USA. [Group Sheet]

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Hellen (Lois) Paudert Crnkovic

Shreveport, LA - Hellen (Lois) Crnkovic, age 86, of Shreveport, Louisiana entered into eternal peace on Wednesday, March 9th 2016.

Lois was born on September 14, 1929 in Fairmount, Texas, the only child of the late Pierce (PEP) and Ruby Paudert. She grew up in Hemphill, Texas helping PEP in his mattress factory and Ruby sell Avon cosmetics. Lois graduated from Hemphill High School in May 1946. She then married the love of her life, Frank Crnkovic, in November 1949. Frank retired from Kansas City Southern Railroad, after 40 years of service, and together they spent their retirement years vacationing and touring America. In 2012, Lois was preceded in death by her beloved husband of 62 years.

Mrs. Crnkovic was a devout Christian and a member of Saint Mary of the Pines Catholic Church since 1973. She was a member of the Knights of Columbus Ladies Auxiliary. Lois was a loving and gentle soul that dedicated her life to nurturing and caring for her husband and children. Mrs. Crnkovic spent many days volunteering at her children's school in the library, concession stand and at school functions.

Left to cherish beautiful memories are her children Duane Crnkovic, Elizabeth Ann Crnkovic Goelden and Marsha Crnkovic Everett; grandchildren Frank Johnson, Rodney Crnkovic, Dara Martin and husband Jeremy Martin, Christina Copeland and husband Adam Hofslund, and Justin Goelden and wife Rebeca Goelden; great grandchildren Krystal and Hailey Martin; and cousin/spiritual sister, Reba Jean Clark Barnett.

Friends and family are invited to attend visitation on Tuesday, March 15th from 5 - 7 p.m. and Wednesday, March 16th from 8:30 - 9:15 a.m. at Centuries Memorial Funeral Home, 8801 Mansfield Road, Shreveport, LA 71118 (318) 686-4334. Funeral Mass will be held on Wednesday, March 16th at 10 a.m. at Saint Mary of the Pines Catholic Church,1050 Bert Kouns Industrial Loop, Shreveport, LA 71118.

Pallbearers are Frank Johnson, Justin Goelden, Adam Hofslund, Jeff Crnkovic, Mike Jones and Don Jones with Honorary Pallbearer Rodney Crnkovic.

The Crnkovic family would like to thank all our family and friends that have been supportive. We are grateful to the staff of Montclair Assisted Living and extend special thanks to Dr. David Abdehou, Renee Matheny, Melanie, Amanda, Jimmie, Lorraine, JoAnne, Sue, Ledoria, Sherry, Butch, Delores, Dorothy, Danielle, Pearl, Jasmine, Valkyrie, Tanka, Glenn, Doris, Sharon, Willie Mae, Kitchen Staff, Rachel as her sitter in the hospital and all others not mentioned by name but whom we appreciative the kindness and care they provided for our mother. We also extend a thank you to the physicians, nurses and staff at Willis Knighton Pierremont, Lifecare and Heritage Manor Stratmore.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Castaway Ministries, P.O. Box 17629, Shreveport, LA 71138 or Saint Mary of the Pines Catholic Church,1050 Bert Kouns Industrial Loop, Shreveport, LA 71118.

You may share words of comfort with the family by visiting www.centuriesmemorialfh.com

(Published in Shreveport Times from March 13 to March 15, 2016)

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MANY - Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. today for Edd Crnkovic, 79, who died Wednesday after a short illness.

The services will be held in St. Joseph Catholic Church in Zwolle with the Rev. Robert Friend officiating. Burial will be in the Church cemetery under the direction of Warren Funeral Home.

Survivors include his widow; six sons, Steve Crnkovic of Longview, Tex., Johnny Crnkovic and Wilburn Crnkovic of Zwolle, Frank Crnkovic of Baton Rouge, Pete Crnkovic of Shreveport and Donald Crnkovic of the U.S. Army; three daughters, Mrs. Jessie Ebarb of Silsbee, Tex., Mrs. Johnny Jones of Bossier City and Mrs. Charles Sava of Shreveport; 21 grandchildren and one great grandchild.

(Published in The Shreveport Times on November 22, 1963)

Vastroslav married Frazine Ebarb 14 Jun 1920, Zwolle, Sabine Parish, Louisiana, USA. Frazine was born 23 Nov 1901, Zwolle, Sabine Parish, Louisiana, USA; died 1 Feb 1985, Many, Sabine Parish, Louisiana, USA; was buried 4 Feb 1985, St. Joseph Cemetery - Zwolle, Louisiana, USA. [Group Sheet]

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Mrs. Frazine E. Crnkovic of Zwolle, died Friday, Feb. 1, 1985, at Sabine Medical Center in Many, at 4 p.m. She was 82 years old.

Funeral services for Mrs. Crnkovic were held at 11 a.m., Monday, Feb. 4, at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Zwolle, with Msgr. Matthew J. Scanlon officiating. Burial was in St. Joseph Cemetery, under the direction of Warren Meadows Funeral Home.

Mrs. Crnkovic is survived by five sons, Mr. Frank Crnkovic, Mr. Pete Crnkovic, and Mr. Donald Crnkovic, all of Shreveport, Mr. Steve Crnkovic of Longview, Texas, and Mr. Wilburn Crnkovic of Zwolle; three daughters, Mrs. Josephine Jones of Shreveport, Mrs. Lois Sava of Randoff, N. J., and Mrs. Helen Byers of Zwolle; two brothers, Mr. Loran Ebarb of Ebarb, and Mr. Monroe Ebarb of Zwolle; twenty eight grandchildren; and twenty three great grandchildren.