of Jonesboro, AR

April 17, 1950 - November 1, 2024

A beloved wife, mother, and grandmother, Loureta Lee Copeland, passed away on November 1, 2024. She was 74 years old and resided in Jonesboro. Loureta was a third-grade teacher for the Brookland Public School System for 25 years, where she loved her students and enjoyed being part of their educational journey. She was of Baptist belief and spent many years as a Sunday School Teacher, Church Camp Counselor, and Church Choir Member. In her free time, Loureta loved spending time with her husband and traveling wherever their hearts desired at the time.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Borden and Dixie Doyle; and one sister, Pattie Johnson (Richard).

Loureta is survived by her husband of 52 years, Gary Copeland; daughter, Shelly Wood; son, Shane Copeland (Jessica); grandchildren, Noah Wood, Sabastian Rodriguez, Marissa Maze (Mason), Talia Rodriguez, and Spencer Patsey; sister, Jackie Sexton (Larry), and many precious nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends who are left to cherish all the wonderful memories of time spent with her.

Service and burial for Loureta will be private.

A memorial service and Celebration of Loureta's life will be held at a later date.


Arrangements are announced by Roller Farmers Union Funeral Home.

Obituary Provided By:
Roller-Farmers Union Funeral Home
1900 West Washington Ave.
Jonesboro, AR  72401
www.rollerfuneralhomes.com