Kim Sue Nelson, age 50, passed away early Sunday morning, February 27, 2022, at her home in Ford River, following a ten year battle with cancer.
Kim was born on January 06, 1972, in Escanaba, the daughter of Dennis and Kay (Carlson) Nelson. She was raised in Gladstone and was a 1990 graduate of Gladstone High School. On May 25, 1996, Kim was united in marriage to Joseph Coppock and together the couple gave birth to two children, Cortney and Joseph Jr. Kim and Joe made their home and raised their family in Ford River. Throughout her life, Kim was employed as a cosmetologist working locally in Escanaba and later in Meadville, Pennsylvania. Kim eventually moved back to Ford River to be closer to her family.
Kim is survived by:
Daughter: Cortney Coppock
Son: Joseph Coppock Jr.
Brothers: Scott Nelson, Dale Nelson and Ryan (Kasja) Nelson
Sister: Connie Nelson
Former Husband and Friend: Joe (Colleen) Coppock
Kim is further survived by her nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.
In addition to her parents, Dennis and Kay, Kim was preceded in death by her paternal and maternal grandparents and many of her aunts and uncles.
Funeral services for Kim will be held at the convenience of her family. The Skradski Family Funeral Homes of Delta County are assisting with arrangements.
Lori Perello - Blue Ridge, GA
Cortney, I am so sorry for your loss. A Mother is the most precious person we can have in our lives. Hope peace finds you.
Tricia Pendergraft - Bark River, MI
I am shocked and saddened to learn of Kim’s passing. I did not know she was sick or was back in the area. Many years ago, we were in a summer bowling league (same team) and we had so much fun! Kim was truly beautiful inside and out. My deepest condolences to all who loved her.
George Briere - Gladstone, Mi
Sorry to hear about Kim. Condolences to the family.
Bill Rinder - Massillon, OH
Cortney and family we want to express our sincere condolences on the loss of your mother, our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time
Bill and Terri Rinder
Penny skogman - Ralph, Mi
Kim was the most beautiful person both inside and out. She always had that big beaitiful smile on her face. She truly loved her family and friends. Kim was such an inspiration to me, she never complained about anything, not being sick or in pain. She was one of the strongest people I knew. I know she is dancing in heaven with her beautiful smile, pain free. She is once again joined with Aunt Kay and Uncle Dennis with there arms tightly wrapped around her. I will miss you my dear sweet cousin.
aunt Linda and Uncle John - gladstone, MI
Kim, our loving and courageous God Child. We watched you smile each moment that you had amidst all your pain, always so hopeful for the future. You appreciated each day with your loving family and your loving dog Grace. You always talked of your future plans, even while you were hurting and going through Chemo. Even when they said they could do no more, you still fought and never lost your faith, The only time I saw you cry was the week before you left. You said ” I never thought it would come to this, you said, you’d learned so much, an everything happens for a reason”, and I knew in my heart you were leaving and God was with you. You will be so missed, but we will see you again, totally healed and disease free. Thank Youi God.