Martha Ann Coppock
Martha Ann (Altherr) Coppock, 98 of Tipton passed away on Wednesday, August 11, 2021 at Miller’s Merry Manor surrounded by her family. Martha was born in Tipton on May 15, 1923 to Edward & Susan (Schmitt) Altherr. She married Robert Coppock at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church on September 2, 1946. He preceded her in death on November 2, 1984.
She loved her flower and vegetable gardens and made the best pies in the county. Martha worked several jobs during her life but being the store manager for the Tenbrook Sales office in Tipton was where she retired after 19 years.
She was a member of St. John the Baptist Catholic Church and its Altar Rosary Society as well as the Legion of Mary. She loved her Catholic faith and never went a day without saying her rosary.
Marty is survived by her children, Camille (Gene) Sallee, Tipton, Brice (Esther) Coppock, Kokomo and Nanette Coppock of Tipton: seven grandchildren, Dawn Delk, Brent Slater, Diane Butler, Erica Libey, Randy Sallee, Jonathan Coppock and Daniel Coppock, 3 step grandchildren, Todd, Ryan, and Eric Bellaw; 12 great-grandchildren, 9 step great-grandchildren, five great-great-grandchildren and 2 step great-great-grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her parents, husband Robert, daughter Melanie Slater, brothers Lawrence and Paul Altherr and sisters Katherine Kritsch, Agnes Massey, Mary Gootee and Deloras “Dee” Hoose.
A funeral mass for Marty will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Monday, August 16 at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church with Rev. Dennis Goth presiding. Burial in St. John’s Cemetery next to her beloved husband Robert will be at a later date. Visitation will be on Monday from 1:00-2:00 p.m. with the rosary being recited starting at 1:45.
Young-Nichols Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. Memorial donations in honor of Marty may be made to the building fund at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church, 335 Mill Street, Tipton, Indiana, 46072.
Marty’s family would like to thank everyone at Miller’s Merry Manor for their loving care and support during her stay.
Many prayers for your family!!!
My deepest condolences go out to the family of Martha Ann (Altherr) Coppock. May she rest in peace.
So sorry to hear of Martha’s passing. My deepest sympathy and prayers for all the family. She was such a lovely lady.
She never walked past our house without a wave and speaking. What a lovely person she was.
sorry to hear of your Mom’s Passing Nanette…..prayers for you & your family
Paula Altherr – Aunt Marty was my favorite Aunt on either side of the family. She never forgot my B-day and ALWAYS made me feel loved and valued. I will truly miss her. I send prayers, hugs, and love to all my cousins and their families up in Indiana.
Thinking of you and your family Nannette.
So sorry Nanette. You and your family will be in our thoughts and prayers.
May Martha RIP! She is now happy with the Lord. My sincere condolences to all the family!!
She led a Great long life two years than my father. Remember the Great memories you hD growing up.
So sorry to hear of your mom’s passing Nannette. I know her passing will leave hole in your life that can never be filled.
Camille & Nanette-
Our loss is heaven’s gain! Marty was such a sweet and gracious lady with a smile that could brighten the darkest day!! My prayers and thoughts are with you and your family. God Bless!
My thoughts and prayers for the family
Such a sweet, sweet lady. We were so sorry to hear of her passing. Thoughts and prayers to the whole family . . .
So many great memories growing up with Marty as our neighbor. She was such a friendly and happy woman, it was always a pleasure talking with her. My condolences go out to the family, she was greatly loved by all who knew her and will be dearly missed.
Camille, Nanette and Brice. My heartfelt sympathies. I remember that your Mother was always very kind when I played at your house when I was young. Her work on earth is done. May she rest in peace in God’s safe hands.
So sorry to hear of your mother’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family.