Dateline: Alton, IL
Jerry JC Cope, 81, passed away on Tuesday November 19, 2019 at his residence with his family by his side. He was born August 5, 1938 in Alton the son of the late William and Myrtle (Duncan) Cope. On August 27, 1960 he married his honey, Darlene Marie Lewis and she preceded him in death on April 7, 2006. He was the founder and owner of JC and Son Asphalt for over 40 years. Surviving are one daughter, Linda M. Crane (Danny) of Wood River, and three sons, Jerry Cope Jr. (Darlene) of Alton, Mark Cope (Julie) of Alton and Alan Cope (Jennifer) of Jerseyville, eight grandchildren, Mark Jr., Jeremy, Josh, Ashley, Kari, Hanna, Ian and Erica, and many great grandchildren, one brother, Jack Cope of Alton and JC's loving dog, Penny. A memorial service will be at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, November 23, 2019 at his residence. Reverend Seeram Garney will officiate. Additional information and online guest book may be found at www.gentfuneralhome.com