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Old 03-23-2008, 08:06 PM
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Just got word that Al Copeland of Popeyes fame passed away today. Al and brother Bill raced together very successfuly for 7 years. This has been a tough week. First Mabry Edwards and now, Al.

Respectfully - Steve Sirois
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Old 03-23-2008, 08:18 PM
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dam , i really liked seeing him race ,,sad day

R.I.P. Al Copeland
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Old 03-23-2008, 08:27 PM
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Terribly Sorry To Hear About Al's Passing, Especially Being From The Same Area.. A Very Large Of Offshore Poerboat Racing Died, Also. Sal, Metairie,la.
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Old 03-23-2008, 08:34 PM
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He was quite a man . I'll never forget his Popeyes boats , and accomplishments . The following link gives a great story of his life .


http://www.nola.com/news/index.ssf/2...n_germany.html
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Sad News! Condolences to the Copeland family and the family of Mabry Edwards.
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Very sorry to hear of Al's passing. He was a really nice guy and was always happy to make everyone around him feel special.
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Old 03-23-2008, 09:36 PM
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RIP,He brought alot to the sport
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Old 03-23-2008, 09:37 PM
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Rip Al, One Of The Last True Gentlemen
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R.I.P Al...thanks for the great memories...
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Very sad news,,,, RIP
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