Curtis "Dale" Cope

Curtis "Dale" Cope, 80 of Benton, Kentucky passed away on Monday, December 9, 2024 at his home.

Dale was born at home in Marshall County on December 31, 1943 to the late Kermit Cope and Dessie Dowdy Cope. Before retiring, he worked for the Kentucky State Highway Department.  Dale enjoyed spending time riding four-wheelers, hunting and doing auto body work.  He was a member of Walnut Grove Church of Christ.

He is survived by his wife of 61 years, Cheryl Holley Cope; son, Chris Cope and wife, Jennie; daughter, Denise Brewer and husband, Gary; brother, Irvin Cope; sisters, June Yates and Hope Hale; three grandchildren, Clint Cope (Caila), Jessie Brewer and Kaylee Boddy (Keaton); two great-grandchildren, Clay Cope and Brielle Smith.

He was preceded in death by his parents.

A funeral service will be held at 1:00 PM on Wednesday, December 11, 2024 at Collier Funeral Home with Luke Puckett officiating.  Interment will follow at Walnut Grove Cemetery, Benton, KY.

Visitation will begin at 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM on Wednesday, December 11, 2024 at Collier Funeral Home, 211 West 5th, Benton, Kentucky.

Memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105.