Mary Elizabeth King Copsey
June 8, 1926 – June 18, 2023
Mary Elizabeth King Copsey, 97, of Prince Frederick passed away peacefully with her daughter by her side on June 18, 2023. She was born on June 8, 1926 in Maryland to Alice M. King and raised in Calvert county. Mary attended Calvert High School and graduated class of 1945. She was a diligent worker and took great pride in the many jobs she held throughout her life; she was a waitress at Stinnett’s restaurant in Chesapeake Beach, a farmer, a bus driver, and a cafeteria manager for Calvert County Public schools, where she cared deeply for the students she served, made sure they were well fed, and that no meals ever went to waste. She would give anything she could to help others, and devoted much of her spare time to volunteer work for Meals On Wheels. She married Webster Copsey on February 23, 1946. Mary was a loving homemaker, and valued the precious time she spent with her family; she especially enjoyed taking her children to their sports games, and fishing and crabbing on the bay with her husband. Mary extended her care and concern to her beloved pet dogs and cats, as well as all the animals on the farm. She was also known for her sweet tooth, and was always sure to treat herself for all her hard work with plenty of ice cream and sweets.
Mary is survived by her son Roy Copsey and wife Stephanie of Arizona, her daughter Lavonne S. Chase of St. Leonard, and her many grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Webster Copsey, her mother, Alice King, and her sons Louis Franklin “Flea” Copsey, and Jeffrey T. Copsey.
Memorial contributions may be made in Mary’s honor to Hospice of the Chesapeake using the following link: https://www.hospicechesapeake.org/giving/donate-now/ , or to the Humane Society of Calvert County, or the Linda L. Kelly Animal Shelter using the information below.
Visitation
Friday, June 23, 2023
6:00 P.M. – 8:00 P.M.
Services
Saturday, June 24, 2023
10:00 A.M.
Contributions
The Humane Society of Calvert County
PO Box 3505
Prince Frederick, MD 20678
Linda L. Kelly Animal Shelter
5055 Hallowing Point Road
Prince Frederick, Maryland 20678
Condolences
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20 Jun 2023
12:15pm
Our deepest condolences to you, Lavonne. You have been so loving and dedicated to your Mother, especially these last few hard years with her. Such love you gave, to be with her everyday and provide for her well being. She is now your guardian Angel and knows all that you have done for her. And of course, our Lord saw all that you did as well. Smile for the life you had on earth with your Mother, and smile knowing you will see her again. Love and prayers to you.
City
California
State
MD
20 Jun 2023
2:58pm
My sincere condolences to the family. May God give the family strength and guidance during this time. Heaven has gained another angel.
City
Hurlock
State
Maryland
20 Jun 2023
4:15pm
It is with great sadness to hear of Mary’s passing. Lavonne I hope my children are half as dedicated to me as you have been to Mary. It was a please to spend time with her doing activities at the center. She loved her bingo and getting her nails done. She loved her coffee you would bring her and her snacks.
May she rest in peace and may you find comfort in knowing she loved you very much. Much love to you.
City
Prince Frederick
State
Md.
20 Jun 2023
8:25pm
Lavonne, Jim and I extend our deepest sympathy to you and family. You were ALWAYS there for her since I have known you (23 years). May she rest in peace.
City
Saint Leonard
State
MARYLAND
21 Jun 2023
8:20am
Your grandmother was nicest and sweetest ladies knew in my school years and out. She will be missed very much 😢
City
Columbia
State
Missouri
21 Jun 2023
3:24pm
Sending our deepest sympathy and prayers. Julie & Dario Martarello
City
Fort Lauderdale
State
FL
21 Jun 2023
5:29pm
Lots of wonderful memories of your Mom, Aunt Alice and Grandma King. They gave us such a good time as kids. Thank you, Lavonne for taking such good care of her.
City
Cumberland
State
Maryland
21 Jun 2023
11:31pm
So sorry to hear of your loss to the Copsey family, Ms Mary will certainly be missed, God bless you!
City
Prince Frederick
State
Md
22 Jun 2023
12:31pm
Lavonne,
When I think of getting old and my final days — I would wish to have a daughter like you — in my corner — holding my hand. You made your Mom’s final years as good as they could be.
Hugs,
Laurie
City
Edgewater
State
MD
27 Jun 2023
12:36pm
I didn’t know Ms. Copsey personally, however, about 17-18 years ago, I would drop my oldest son off at Calvert Elementary for the BAS program. It was early. I’d have my younger son (2 years) with me. Every time, Ms. Copsey saw my little one, she would give him a GIANT sugar cookie. She smiled as she handed it to him. He shyly took it. I’d thank her. She did this many times over.
She was so kind. After that year, I’d see her jeep in the morning heading to work. I’d smile. What a sweet woman. She didn’t have to do that. Thank you Ms. Copsey!
City
Prince Frederick
State
MD
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Our deepest condolences to you, Lavonne. You have been so loving and dedicated to your Mother, especially these last few hard years with her. Such love you gave, to be with her everyday and provide for her well being. She is now your guardian Angel and knows all that you have done for her. And of course, our Lord saw all that you did as well. Smile for the life you had on earth with your Mother, and smile knowing you will see her again. Love and prayers to you.
My sincere condolences to the family. May God give the family strength and guidance during this time. Heaven has gained another angel.
It is with great sadness to hear of Mary’s passing. Lavonne I hope my children are half as dedicated to me as you have been to Mary. It was a please to spend time with her doing activities at the center. She loved her bingo and getting her nails done. She loved her coffee you would bring her and her snacks.
May she rest in peace and may you find comfort in knowing she loved you very much. Much love to you.
Lavonne, Jim and I extend our deepest sympathy to you and family. You were ALWAYS there for her since I have known you (23 years). May she rest in peace.
Your grandmother was nicest and sweetest ladies knew in my school years and out. She will be missed very much 😢
Sending our deepest sympathy and prayers. Julie & Dario Martarello
Lots of wonderful memories of your Mom, Aunt Alice and Grandma King. They gave us such a good time as kids. Thank you, Lavonne for taking such good care of her.
So sorry to hear of your loss to the Copsey family, Ms Mary will certainly be missed, God bless you!
Lavonne,
When I think of getting old and my final days — I would wish to have a daughter like you — in my corner — holding my hand. You made your Mom’s final years as good as they could be.
Hugs,
Laurie
I didn’t know Ms. Copsey personally, however, about 17-18 years ago, I would drop my oldest son off at Calvert Elementary for the BAS program. It was early. I’d have my younger son (2 years) with me. Every time, Ms. Copsey saw my little one, she would give him a GIANT sugar cookie. She smiled as she handed it to him. He shyly took it. I’d thank her. She did this many times over.
She was so kind. After that year, I’d see her jeep in the morning heading to work. I’d smile. What a sweet woman. She didn’t have to do that. Thank you Ms. Copsey!