Jackie Copsey

Special Weather Statement issued July 16 at 12:09PM EDT by NWS Wilmington OH (details ...)

Temperatures continue climb into the upper 80s to lower 90s today. This will combine with a humid airmass to produce heat indicies in the 95 to 100 degree range this afternoon.
Take extra precautions when outside. Wear lightweight and loose fitting clothing. Try to limit strenuous activities to early morning or evening.

Air Quality Alert issued July 16 at 10:53AM EDT by NWS Wilmington OH (details ...)

The Ohio Environmental Protection Agency has issued an Air Quality Advisory for the entire state of Ohio, until midnight EDT tonight.
Smoke from Canadian wildfires will adversely impact air quality today. The Ohio Environmental Protection Agency expects the Air Quality Index to be in the 'unhealthy' range.
For additional information, please visit the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency's website at epa.ohio.gov.

Air Quality Alert issued July 16 at 9:21AM EDT by NWS Wilmington OH (details ...)

Special Weather Statement issued July 16 at 5:17AM EDT by NWS Wilmington OH (details ...)

Temperatures will climb into the upper 80s to lower 90s today. This will combine with a humid airmass to produce heat indicies in the 95 to 100 degree range this afternoon.
Take extra precautions when outside. Wear lightweight and loose fitting clothing. Try to limit strenuous activities to early morning or evening.

Air Quality Alert issued July 16 at 12:23AM EDT by NWS Wilmington OH (details ...)

The Ohio Environmental Protection Agency has issued an Air Quality Advisory for the entire state of Ohio, through midnight EDT tonight.
Smoke from Canadian wildfires will adversely impact air quality. The Agency expects the Air Quality Index to be in the 'unhealthy for sensitive groups' range.
For additional actions and information, please visit the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency's web site at epa.ohio.gov.

Air Quality Alert issued July 16 at 12:16AM EDT by NWS Wilmington OH (details ...)

The Ohio Environmental Protection Agency has issued an Air Quality Advisory for the entire state of Ohio, from 7 AM Thursday to midnight EDT tonight.
Smoke from Canadian wildfires will adversely impact air quality. The Agency expects the Air Quality Index to be in the 'unhealthy for sensitive groups' range.
For additional actions and information, please visit the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency's web site at epa.ohio.gov.

Air Quality Alert issued July 15 at 9:35PM EDT by NWS Wilmington OH (details ...)

The Ohio Environmental Protection Agency has issued an Air Quality Advisory for the entire state of Ohio, from 7 AM Thursday to midnight EDT Thursday night.
Smoke from Canadian wildfires will adversely impact air quality. The Agency expects the Air Quality Index to be in the 'unhealthy for sensitive groups' range.
For additional actions and information, please visit the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency's web site at epa.ohio.gov.

Friday, May 22nd, 2026

Jackie Copsey

Jackie Lee Copsey, 89, of St. Marys, OH died 9:20 a.m. Monday May 18, 2026 at his residence.

He was born December 7, 1936 in Auglaize Co., OH.

Survivors include widow Judith Ann (Taylor) Copsey of St. Marys, OH; son Daniel Copsey; son Douglas (Roberta) Copsey of Panama City, FL; daughter Kathleen Musser of Elida, OH; daughter Kelly Armitage of Morris, IL; step-daughter Deborah Crider of Van Wert, OH; step-daughter Tammi Ramsey-Warner of Kenton, OH; numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren; sister Mary Turner of Harrisonburg, VA; and brother-in-law Albert Harruff of Wapakoneta, OH.

Preceded in death by mother Bertha Copsey; sister Sally Harruff; sister Sharon Hogrefe; and step-son James Eldridge.

He was a graduate of St. Marys Memorial High School (Class of 1955). A union warehousing specialist, he was employed by Sot Lad Foods in Lima, OH for many years. Jack was a talented musician and vocalist, he played guitar (bass and rhythm) and sang for the enjoyment of many in his band known as "J.C & Co." His favorite pastimes included golfing and riding his Honda Goldwing motorcycle.

Private family services will be held.

Condolences may be expressed and memories shared with Jack's family via: www.millerfuneralhomes.net or the Miller Funeral Homes Facebook Page.

Archive of
May 22nd, 2026

Buy this E-Edition