Edgar “Ed” Coppersmith II, 47, of Tioga ND, passed away Sunday October 6, 2024 at Swedish Trama Center in Denver CO.

Ed was born March 23, 1977 to Kathy Drnek and Edgar Coppersmith in Fort Lauderdale, FL.

After acquiring his GED, Ed married Jill Bartos. Through this marriage they had two sons, Theodore and Travis.

After his divorce, he met June Brostuen and they began their life together.

Ed had worked many jobs in his lifetime. He was an exceptional diesel mechanic, welder and blacksmith. He loved helping people with whatever they needed. There wasn’t anything he couldn’t do or fix.

Ed loved watching and playing with his grandchildren.

Ed’s favorite thing in life was his horses. He spent every minute he could with them. He would have conversations with them daily and they adored him.

Ed is survived by his girlfriend June Brostuen of Tioga ND, sons Theodore “Ted” (Shawna) of Williston ND, Travis (Mercedes) of Williston ND, sisters Audrey Coppersmith of LaGrange, OH, Angela Wieczerek of ?? MI, stepfather Ken Lengyel Of Lorain, OH, grandparents Neil & Judy Skinner, numerous nephews & nieces, grandchildren, aunts and uncles.

Preceded in death by his mother, Kathy Drnek.

A Celebration of life will be held on Saturday, October 12, 2024 from 3pm-5pm at Pour Decisions
121 S Main St, Tioga, ND 58852.

Fulkerson Stevenson Funeral Home of Tioga is assisting the family.