Frederick "Fred" Adalbert Clemence Coppicus

Dad was born on June 26, 1929, on the farm near Windthorst, Sask. Raised near Windthorst, he was a good scholar, athlete, and outdoorsman. He grew up learning how to stand up for himself - through the dirty 30’s and as a kid of German descent through World War II. Those who knew Dad well were aware that he was a fierce competitor and had a bit of a temper!

Dad’s favourite sports were baseball and hockey and he excelled in both. After high school, he farmed in Windthorst for a few years with his parents and during the winters worked odd jobs and seismic in the oil field. He was a hunter, fisherman, and hard worker that enjoyed the comradery of many friends.

In October of 1955, he married Eileen Ulmer from Wapella, SK. In 1957, after a tragic accident on the farm, they moved to Whitewood where Dad went to work for the Saskatchewan Wheat Pool. Dad was a natural businessman and truly enjoyed his career and especially the people – customers and employees alike. To take on more responsible career roles, he and his family moved to several towns throughout southern Sask. Dad and Mom made lifelong friendships because of their community involvement, socializing and volunteerism while living and working in these towns.

Dad retired in Estevan after 33 years of service with Sask Wheat Pool. He and Mom had various fishing trips with family. They loved their gambling bus-trips with family and friends. Dad was known among firearms enthusiasts for his expertise in accurate loads and the right rifle for target shooters, hunters or those who just shared the interest. It was a perfect retirement passion, along with Blue Jay and Maple Leaf games, and allowed Mom to pursue her own interests. They were seldom more than just a room away from each other. While they enjoyed all of their grandchildren, they had a little soft spot for Megan as she lived in Estevan and brightened their days with her frequent visits.

Dad and Mom moved to Regina’s Marian Chateau retirement complex in 2019. When Mom’s physical health worsened in 2021, they moved to the Weyburn Special Care home as this brought them close to daughter Sharon for her support. At this time Mom and Dad had been married for 66 years. After Mom passed in December of 2021, Dad was very lonely without Mom but stayed strong and was thankful for all of those that took time to come and visit with him. One of Dad’s biggest thrills in later years was to see pictures and have visits with his great-grandchildren.

Dad was predeceased by his parents Adalbert and Anna Coppicus, parents-in-law Louie and Katie Ulmer, infant son Michael, sisters Martha Hassler, Helen Plein and Mathilda Lenius, sisters in law Gloria Aimoe, Verna Ulmer, Grace Ulmer brothers in law Peter Hassler, Paul Plein, Mathias Lenius, Raymond Kearns, Gerald Ulmer, Donald Ulmer, Melvin Ulmer, and Alex Topp.

Dad is survived by his children Sharon Hingtgen (Jim), Mark Coppicus (Claudette), Janice Porter (Gary), grandchildren Scott Hingtgen (Shannon), Jeffrey Hingtgen (Anita), Jennifer Kitzul (Kyle), Brandon Coppicus (Caley), Reagan Coppicus (Liz) and Megan Porter, great-grandchildren Tianna, Harlyn, Maxon, Greta, Otis, Paige, Leyna, Roane, Natalie, Benjamin, and William; sister Theresa Kearns and brother and sister in law Gerald and Sylvia Coppicus, brother and sister-in-law Glen and Ethel McCormick and numerous nieces and nephews.

A Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated on Monday, August 29, 2022 at 12:00 p.m. from St. Vincent de Paul Roman Catholic Church, Weyburn, Saskatchewan with Father Valentine Amobi celebrating. For those unable to attend the Mass in person, you may still view it by logging into, “Fletcher Funeral Chapel & Cremation Services” Facebook page. Following the Mass, attendees joined the family at McKenna Hall for the Eulogy and lunch. Interment was held at St. Pius Church Cemetery, Windthorst, Saskatchewan.

In lieu of flowers, donations in memory of Fred may be made to St. Pius Church Cemetery at Box 175, Windthorst, SK, S0G 5G0 or The Heart & Stroke Foundation 1738 Quebec Ave Unit 26, Saskatoon, SK S7K 1V9.

Special thanks to the Weyburn Special Care staff who cared so well for Dad during the past months. Dad always said these are really nice people!

We think of Dad as living in the hearts of those he touched, for nothing loved is ever lost - and he was loved so much. Rest in peace, Dad!