Brian S. Copeman, 54, recently of Howell, passed away May 20, 2023, after a long illness. Brian was born April 25, 1969, in Plainfield, a son of the late Elizabeth and Stanley Copeman. He was raised in Port Monmouth and lived there most of his life. He operated AM/PM Towing in Port Monmouth for over 20 years and retired once he became sick.
Brian was a sports enthusiast. He could often be found watching a game and socializing with his friends. His favorite teams were the Kansas City Chiefs, the New Jersey Devils and the New York Yankees. Brian also enjoyed spending time with his children and grandchildren. In recent years, he enjoyed farm life and time spent with his dogs, pigs and chickens.
Brian will always be remembered as the life of the party who had a contagious smile.
Brian is survived by his four children: two daughters, Abigail Copeman and Shelby Copeman and two sons and daughters-in-law, Kyle and Shannon Copeman, and Dillon and Kate Copeman. He also leaves behind his brother John (Lisa) Copeman and three grandchildren, Lucy and Shea Copeman and Madison Alexander, along with his dear friend Cristin Dovenero and many other extended family members and friends.
A memorial gathering will take place from 5 to 8 p.m. Thursday, May 25 at Scott & Kedz Home for Funerals. A funeral service will conclude the evening.
The article originally appeared in the May 25 – 31, 2023 print edition of The Two River Times.
