Stephen Coplin
1947 -2024
Stephen Coplin’s neshama was returned to his creator on Tuesday March 26, 2024. Born June 1, 1947 and raised in Elizabeth, NJ. He is predeceased by his parents Dr. George and Corinne Coplin as well as his older brother Michael. His older sister Susan remains of the immediate family.
Stephen met his future wife Patricia (Patti) in the 7th grade and married her the weekend after graduating Rutgers University. He completed his graduate work at Loyola College in Baltimore, MD.
They returned to NJ in 1974 along with their son Seth. They soon welcomed a daughter Carrie in 1975. In 1977, they moved to East Windsor, NJ where they raised their family.
Stephen worked in Special Services education for over 40 years. He worked in the Milltown school district and later for the NJ Department of Education. In his “free time”, he served on the East Windsor Board of education for 8 years, including serving as President for several years. After he retired, he worked as a special education consultant in Hamilton Township for several years.
Stephen lived his last 25 years with his partner Rob first in East Windsor and then Cranbury. He enjoyed going out to lunches with his friends, taking walks and of course shopping!! Additionally he volunteered at Beth Chaim and Grounds for Sculpture.
His legacy is his beloved children Seth and Julie Coplin & Carrie and David Klinger, with his most prized possessions being his grandchildren Benjamin, Miri, Sarah, Ariella and Alyson.
Funeral services and burial are 1:15pm on Wednesday, March 27 at Mount Lebanon Cemetery 189 Gill Lane, Iselin, NJ.
The family asks for any donations to be made to the National Alzheimer’s Association.
May his memory be a blessing.
We will miss you Papa.
Funeral arrangements are by Orland’s Ewing Memorial Chapel. orlandsmemorialchapel.com/stephen-coplin
As both a dear friend, as well as work colleague for many years,.. we will miss your smile, your sense of humor, your laughter, your wisdom, & your kindness, always,..& all of those wonderful memories will stay in our hearts forever ! Rest in eternal peace !
Our deepest sympathy to Lois and the Family. We were so sorry to hear of your great loss.
Suzi and Richard Troll
Knowing Steve for many years as a colleague was my honor and privilege. However his friendship was the greatest gift- one that I will always cherish. He was never too busy to listen, to help, to hug and console, and to offer advice when asked. We shared an office at a time in both of our lives when we also had “refined” our ability to recognize the absurdity of so many things- so laughing together was what we enjoyed most.
Steve- you are forever in my heart. Rest in peace dear friend- until we meet again💙❤️