Carolyn Veronica Coppedge, 77, of Cuero, Texas, passed away unexpectedly on the morning of Sunday, July 13, 2025. Born Carolyn Filip on April 6, 1948, she was a devoted wife, loving mother, and proud grandmother whose life was centered around family, creativity, and making others feel loved.
She was married to Jimmy Ralph Coppedge, her partner in life and love. Together, they raised two children: Christopher Coppedge (Jeanine) and Roxanne Buesing (Christopher).
Carolyn’s legacy continues through her grandchildren, Ashton Rios (Anthony), Alisha Valdez (JJ), Connor Coppedge (Tori), Peyton Perez (John), Gage Hanselka, Chase Buesing(Kristin), and Taylor Sheffield and great-grandchildren, Jace and Layton Rios, Isla and Lillian Perez, Christopher “Brandt” and Kate Buesing.
Carolyn was the heart of her home and the glue of her family. She loved gardening, crafting, refurbishing old treasures, cooking meals from scratch, and hosting every family gathering—big or small—with joy and intention. She had a gift for making ordinary moments feel meaningful and always found ways to pour love into the people around her.
Though her passing was sudden, the love she gave and the memories she created will remain deeply rooted in all who knew her.
Visitation will be held Thursday, July 17, 2025, 5 – 7:00 PM at Freund Funeral Home. Funeral Services will be held Friday, July 18, 2025, 10:00 AM at Freedom Life Church with Pastor Jeanine Coppedge officiating. Interment will follow at Hillside Cemetery.
Pallbearers include Dean Schendel, Blake Schendel, Brian Schendel, Jason Coppedge, Gage Hanselka, Connor Coppedge and Chase Buesing.
Honorary Pallbearers include John Perez and JJ Valdez.
Memorial Contributions may be made to St. Jude Children’s Hospital or Cuero Pet Adoptions.