EAST LIVERPOOL, OHIO – Richard K. "Riche" Copeland, 47, of East Liverpool, passed away on Sunday, June 7, 2026, at East Liverpool City Hospital ER.

Riche was born in Beaver, PA on March 20, 1979. He was an avid Pittsburgh Steelers fan. Riche loved listening to music and having a good time.

Preceding Riche in death were his father Richard Copeland, brother Zachary Copeland and sister Angela Copeland.

Left to cherish his memory are his three sons Kaleb Tallent, Dante Wells and Jordan Copeland; six daughters Taylor Wells, Kaylee Jackson, Addison Copeland, Abriana Copeland, Damaris Copeland and Kassidy Copeland; four grandchildren Kinsley Tallent, Brayden Collins, Ellianna Jackson, Kenllen Jackson and one on the way; mom Cherie (Dorsey) Copeland; brother Sean Copeland; sister Erin Copeland; favorite niece Aurora Unger and many cousins.

Friends may visit Friday at the Dawson Funeral Home where the family will be present from 1 to 3 p.m. Pastor Patricia Williams will conduct a funeral service 3 p.m. Friday at the funeral home.

Following the service, family and friends will gather at the home of Addison Copeland for fellowship.