Ethel Mae Copenhaver, 87, of Economy Borough, passed away at home on April 15th, 2025, with her loving family by her side. She was born in Patterson, New Jersey, on January 28th, 1938, the daughter of the late Charles and Mildred (Holt) Blixt. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her loving husband, Clarence Copenhaver. She is survived by her son, Glenn (Colleen) Copenhaver, three granddaughters, Crystal, Breanna and Jessica Copenhaver, two nieces, Marylin Guard and Cindy Santangelo, along with four special friends and neighbors, Dean, Pauline, Richard and Becky.

Ethel worked as a Supervisor at Merck Pharmaceuticals for 40 years. In her younger days, she thoroughly enjoyed “the camping life” and traveling around to various destinations.  In her spare time, Ethel enjoyed making crafts and had a passion for birds.  She was the type of woman that would do anything for anybody. Ethel will truly be loved and missed by all who knew her.

In accordance with the family’s request, no services are being held. Arrangements have been entrusted to the John Syka Funeral Home, Inc., 833 Kennedy Drive, Ambridge.