Penelope Copeland
February 13, 2024
Penelope Arcana Copeland, aged 52, of Jacksonville, Florida, Born on december 18th, 1971, in London, England. Passed away peacefully on the morning of February 13th, 2024
Cana was diagnosed with salivary adenoid cystic carcinoma in November of 2021 and fought bravely for over 2 years. Cana loved art, music, gardening and all things nature. She had a strong heart and kind soul, she loved to share her experiences with those she loved and never put herself first. She was a mother, a daughter, a sister, an aunt, a niece, a cousin and was loved by everyone she knew. The world truly became dimmer with her passing. Throughout her life she loved to heal, she loved to work with her hands and she loved to watch things grow. For Cana's whole life she always had a garden, wherever she might find herself. As a child she would always be on another adventure looking for any little creatures that needed help. She always put others first and she never took too much for herself. From a career chef 20+ years to lifeguard to career massage therapist with over 3000 personal clients and a talented musician as well. She gave so much to this world and never held resentment for what it took away. Her kindness and compassion will be remembered by all those lucky enough to have felt it. Cana was extremely intelligent, taking gifted classes throughout schooling and acing college, there was nothing she couldn't do if she set her mind to it.
Learning the piano at 12 years old and teaching herself to play guitar shortly after, she developed a great sense for rhythm and coordination that stayed with her her whole life. Penelope Arcana Copeland was survived by her mother and sister, Paula Taylor and Melissa Taylor. And her three sons, Denali Copeland, Aslan Copeland and Rowan Copeland, who loved her very much.
Crevasse's Simple Cremation is honored to serve the Copeland family.
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My older sister and only sibling who I called “Penny” I’m going to miss her so much. Having an older sister is like having a second mom, they teach you everything they know and you get to learn everything about life from them, because they do everything first. Im holding on to my favorite memories with her tightly, like when we would play silly games that we would make up when we were little and jokes that were just between us. But I’ll also remember the hard times, when I was at the hardest parts of my life and didn’t know who to turn to, I could always turn to her. I’m gonna miss just being around her and getting lost in her world of adventure and creation. I’m so grateful for our deep talks about the afterlife in her last few months because I can’t wait until I get to be with her again, but until then there will be a part of my heart missing, love you sis, thank you
Penny and I really hit it off. We loved to get together and chat about all sorts of things-the wilder the better. I watched her grow up to become an incredible woman, sister, niece and mother. She loved her family and especially her three boys.
I know that she was be so proud of them and bragged on them all the time. Like their mother the boys love to discuss all sorts of subjects. I've had many wonderful conversations with them and kidding around.
They really took care of their mother and provided for her every need.
I miss you Penny and love you dearly. This is not goodbye only, "I'll see you later."
I've known Penny ever since she was a baby. She always giggled and always had a sweet spirit. She was always very smart, and she really never got real mad. She always analyzed everything, and most of the time she had the right answer. I know Donna and I are going to miss her. As she went through this thing that she had, Penny never had a bad spirit always uplifting. And by that nice letter she wrote I know for a fact she's with Jesus, and she's as happy as a bug in a rug. No more pain no more sorrow she's up there with her grandma and grandpa, just having a glorious time. I know she wanted to be called Cana, but she will always be my Penny.
Cana (Penny) had the sweetest spirit. If there was a problem she would tackle it head on. She and her three sons were a team and she did an amazing job as a Mom. She never gave up!!! I'll love and miss her!!! Aunt Donna
Although I did not know Penny very well I will always remember how welcome she made me when I went to stay with Sherwood and Paula in 1984. We had some fun times over those five weeks and I hope she remembered it as fondly as I do. So sorry to hear that she has gone.
Love to all at this sad time.
Mark
My niece, Penny has a sweet spot in my heart. She was my first niece to arrive and I loved spending time with her. Penny was a kind and gentle soul and fantastic mom to her three boys. She was one of the hardest workers I have ever known. She had an incredible mind and was very creative. Penny had a dream of living in the country and although that never happened, thanks to a Godly grandpa who lead her to the Lord she has an even better home in heaven. I miss her already.
I am so saddened to learn of Penny's passing. We go back over 30 years. While I had not seen her in several years, she was never far from my mind and heart. She was an amazing person who always left you feeling better than when she found you. She will be missed by all who ever met her. RIP, my friend. Until we meet again.
What a lovely obituary. 💖💓✨💝 Rest in blissful peace, beloved Arcana Penelope Copeland. Love and Light.