Richard Allen Copen

June 7, 1974 - January 22, 2022

Richard Allen Copen, 47, passed away on Saturday, January 22, 2022 at Jefferson Hospital. Richard was born on June 7, 1974 the son of Roger Copen and Victoria (Bissett) Freeland. In addition to his father, he was preceded in death by his uncle Jackie Copen. Richard is survived by his mother and step father, Victoria and Barry Freeland of Fairmont, WV, his wife, Kathy (Wilson) Copen of West Leisenring, his children; Emily Copen, Richard Copen Jr. and Brittany Copen and fiance Jeffery Shaffer, all of West Leisenring, two brothers; Jack Copen and wife Kathy of Clarksburg, WV and Roger Copen and wife Crystal of Lumberport, WV, a sister; Christina Copen of Clarksburg, WV, four grandchildren; Adalynn, Zander, Kenzley and Waylon, and several nieces, nephews and cousins. Richard was a dedicated worker for 23 years at Advance Disposal. He enjoyed fishing, Nascar, walking in 5Ks and spending time with his family. Friends will be received in the DeGusipe Funeral Home and Crematory, Dolfi Chapel, 65 N. Gallatin Ave., Uniontown, PA, Stacey A. Dolfi, FD, on Tuesday, January 25, 2022 from 2-4PM and 6-8PM and on Wednesday, January 26, 2022, from 10-11AM at which time a service will be held in the funeral home with Daniel Bayles officiating. Interment will follow in Laurel Hill Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in honor of Richard may be made directly to the funeral home by calling: (724) 434-2273 or by contributing online by clicking this link: https://www.fundafamily.com/Family.aspx?ID=862 The family of Richard Allen Copen invites you to leave a message of condolence on the Tribute Wall created in his memory.