Ruth Copeland

Mrs. Ruth Copeland, age 88 of Benton, Kentucky passed away on Saturday, October 3, 2026, at Lake Way Nursing & Rehabilitation in Benton, Kentucky.  She was a homemaker and member of New Harmony Baptist Church.

Born Tuesday, January 25, 1938 in Marshall County, Kentucky, she was the daughter of the late Finis Pierce and the late Nonnie (Myers) Pierce. 

Surviving are son, Bobby Copeland of Benton, Kentucky, and granddaughter, Cassidy Copeland of Murray, Kentucky.

She was preceded in death by her parents, husband of 59 years, Dale Copeland, and sister, Laura Howard.

No services are scheduled at this time.

Collier Funeral Home of Benton is handling arrangements.