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  Copeland 80th birthday
  Bud Copeland, of Greeley, will celebrate his 80th birthday.
  Bud was born on April 17, 1933, in Rogersville, Mo., to Eve and George Copeland. His family moved to Greeley in 1937 where he attended area schools. In 1956, he moved to Kimball, Neb., where he lived for 12 years and learned auto body and auto glass.
  In March 1964, Bud married his lovely wife, Margaret, in Kimball. Together they have seven children, 15 grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren.
  Bud moved his family back to Greeley in 1968, where he worked in auto body and auto glass at various places. He bought Moffat Paint and Glass in the early-1970s with partners and later owned and operated Glass Plus with his wife. They retired in 1991 and began traveling.
  Bud has restored several vintage automobiles and has earned several awards at area car shows. Bud enjoys yard work and tinkering in his garage while listening to Marty Robbins. He also plays guitar and sings in the family band, Fat Chance.
  Bud values good health, treasures his family and appreciates his music and car collection.
  Please congratulate Bud on his 80th birthday by sending cards to 1217 E. 20th St., Greeley, CO 80631.