April passed from this life on Tuesday, June 16, 2020 from her residence in Hilham. She was born in Houston Texas on April 11, 1978 to Joseph Franklin Cates, and the late Kathryn Ann Hogue. April worked as a CNA for Standing Stone Care & Rehabilitation Services. She enjoyed social media, camping, fishing, and the Dallas Cowboys.
April leaves behind her husband, Jason Bryan Cope of Hilham, TN; daughter, Jasmine Cope of Hilham, TN; sons, Tyler Cates & wife Kayla of CA, Isacc Steward of MT, and Jacob Cope of Hilham, TN; grandson, Grayson Cates; brother, Alvin Cates of FL; sister, Honey Moon & husband James of Byrdstown, TN; and aunt Sheila Walker of Jamestown, TN.
In addition to her mother, April was preceded in death by her grandparents.
Pallbearers to serve are Tyler Cates, Isacc Steward, Alvin Cates, Ray Rockwell, Austin Allen, and Braeden Allen.
. Jason "Rowdy" Cope, a guitarist for country acts like Jamey Johnson and Cope's own band the Steel Woods, has died. Cant Cash My Checks is one of my favorite Jamey Johnson tunes! Show your support. We have set your language to Cope worked in the Los Angeles area for eight years before moving to Nashville in 2007 where he soon joined Jamey Johnsons backing outfit on lead guitar. 2023 West Harpeth Funeral Home & Crematory. 9:17 pm, Moondog January 17, 2021 @ Sign up to receive exclusive discounts from Whiskey Riff Shop and breaking news. For memorials with more than one photo, additional photos will appear here or on the photos tab. Cheatham County Funeral Home - Ashland City. Prepare a personalized obituary for someone you loved.. September 18, 1976 - Please ensure you have given Find a Grave permission to access your location in your browser settings. Having collaborated with so many artists in his career leaves a long list of friends and collaborators morning Rowdys loss, including the family of country artist Wayne Mills, who was murdered in November of 2013. 2:25 am, Stood about a yard away from him at a gig in Glasgow could see his strings vibrate I was that close. This is a carousel with slides. RIP Rowdy, you will be forever and greatly missed.Jason Cope made his name and became a familiar face to many country fans after touring in Jamey Johnsons backing band for nearly 10 years. And with only a handful of years and a couple albums under their belt, theyre still in the early stages of their career. Thoughts with the family and band. Hopefully, the true cause will be revealed. Cope also co-wrote one of Johnsons signature songs, Cant Cash My Checks. Through this time period, Cope also worked as an in-demand session guitar player, performing on records from artists such as Brent Cobb, The Secret Sisters, The Oak Ridge Boys, Pure Ed, Ted Russell Kamp, Nikki Lane, and for Jamey Johnson as well. RIP Rowdy, you will be forever and greatly missed., A post shared by The Steel Woods (@thesteelwoods), Hollabaugh, a staff writer at MusicRow magazine, has over 20 years of music business experience and has written for publications including American Profile, CMA Close Up, Nashville Arts And Entertainment, The Boot and Country Weekly. Let others know about your loved one's death. 7:30 am. Nobody said I was just fishing for clicks when I nominated The Steel Woods for both Album of the Year, and Song of the Year in 2019. Jason Cope has left friends, family and loved ones heart-broken as the news surrounding the death of Jason Cope was announced. Facebook. 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Share Obituary. I had tickets to see Steel Woods with Whiskey Myers last October in Idaho Falls cemeteries found within miles of your location will be saved to your photo volunteer list. HankThrilliams Comfort the family with flowers or a sympathy gift. Echovita offers a solidarity program that gives back the funds generated to families. ). January 16, 2021 @ According to Don Aaron, Jason Cope was found by a male friend who went to his home on Erin Ln. The most recent obituary and service information is available at the Cheatham County Funeral Home - Ashland City website. Becoming a Find a Grave member is fast, easy and FREE. 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All photos uploaded successfully, click on the Done button to see the photos in the gallery. The Steel Woods shared the news Saturday evening (1-16) to many shocked fans. Jason W Cope (1965-2004) - Find a Grave Memorial Last week Last 2 weeks Last month Last 90 days 2018 2017 2016 2015 2014 2013 2012 2011 2010 . It is an absolutely irresponsible, ludicrous, and aggressively insulting assertion to make, and its embarrassing I even have to address it. A lifestyle so perfectly captured by the country greats of yesterday, but still alive and well today in artists who truly get it. Burial arrangements under the direction of Woodlawn Memorial Park. Be the first to post a memory or condolences. 11:17 pm, We had a few good times together after numerous concerts..he always remembered me and treated me like a pal..gonna miss ya brother!, Truth5 Ill never forget Jason Cope. The best playlists in country musicperiod. Ive been off of social media for a bit and just ran into this news checking for potential dates for The Steel Woods. Sign up for service and obituary updates. R.I.P, Hans Rosen Jason 'Rowdy' Cope, Guitarist for the Steel Woods, Dead at 42 6:22 pm. 2017-2023 Tribute Archive. You can change your choices at any time by clicking on the 'Privacy dashboard' links on our sites and apps. Ive seen them over 30 times and was at the first show after that band split up, that hardcore southern country energy was not in full force. We got several pictures with him. Are you sure that you want to report this flower to administrators as offensive or abusive? RIP, Angie Peoples I had the pleasure of hearing the Steel Woods open up for Whiskey Myers in Michigan in Jan of 2020 & it was a show I shall never forget since both bands rocked it! Man!! based on information from your browser. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Jason Dewayne Cope to pay them a last tribute. So young, it hurts more. God rest his soul . Your email address will not be published. 2 min read. 6:56 am. Its a lifestyle. Funeral Service will be Monday, April 12th at 3:00 p.m. in the chapel of Family Heritage Funeral Home, with Bro. Jason and Lauren are also amazing. We are sad to announce that on December 29, 2021, at the age of 45, Jason Dewayne Cope (Ashland City, Tennessee), born in Nashville, Tennessee passed away. April worked as a CNA for Standing Stone Care & Rehabilitation Services. If you don't see the obituary or death record that you are looking for, use this form to search our entire database. If you have questions, please contact [emailprotected]. This story has been updated. I was teaching at the time and his Mom was a teacher in NC, he had great insight on how to improve curriculum at the secondary school level. Are you sure that you want to delete this photo? 9 Comments. Jason Cope, the guitar player for the Southern rock band the Steel Woods and a collaborator with artists like Jamey Johnson and Brent Cobb, has died. Use the links under See more to quickly search for other people with the same last name in the same cemetery, city, county, etc. Country is more than just a steel guitar. Giving to charity is a meaningful way to honor someone who has died. 9:39 pm. January 16, 2021 @ He seemed to like arpeggios as well, and did a lot of interesting sounds and textures with unusual chord changes. Copyright 2023 Penske Business Media, LLC. The group released their debut album, Straw in the Wind, in 2017, and followed it up with 2019s Old News. Obviously my heart goes out to the family. Jason Cope, affectionately known as ' Rowdy ' and founder of Southern rock band The Steel Woods, has passed away at 42. April passed from this life on Tuesday, June 16, 2020 from her residence in Hilham. Edit a memorial you manage or suggest changes to the memorial manager. Kevin Smith We take comfort in knowing he is in a better place now and his passion for music and art will live forever in the work he has left behind. Are you sure that you want to remove this flower? Prayers go out to all of his friends and family, Trigger Jeff Tweedy) [Video], New William Prince Song Easier and Harder, Kaitlin Butts What Else Can She Do (Official Music Video), Jason Rowdy Copes Death Currently Ruled Unclassified, Remembering Eddy and Billy Joe Shavers Super Duo Shaver, Album Review Amanda Fields What, When and Without, Country Rapper Katie Noel Goes Viral with Southern (A Rant). https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/18508642/jason-w-cope. My heart goes out to Jasons family, band mates, and friends. Jason was always nice. Burial arrangements under the direction of Woodlawn Memorial Park. Wishing some peace and comfort to all who knew him. . As manager of this memorial you can add or update the memorial using the Edit button below. I will miss him. Unbelievable loss to the world of music. We go at this thing with the same musical integrity as Jamey, Cope once told Rolling Stone of the Steel Woods musical approach. Send Flowers. Heaven will be rocking to his guitar solos. She was born in Houston Texas on April 11, 1978 to Joseph Franklin Cates, and the late Kathryn Ann Hogue. A post shared by The Steel Woods (@thesteelwoods). I discovered him through you Trig and I appreciate all the hard work you put in to put out the word about artists like them. Hell be very sorely missed.Jason Cope started The Steel Woods with lead singer/guitar player Wes Bayliss. 11:27 pm, Ohhh man Im fuckin heart broken. This page shows only the 20 most recent obituaries in Nashville, Tennessee. Weve updated the security on the site. Send flowers or a gift to a . The death of guitar player and songwriter Jason Rowdy Cope for the country and Southern rock band The Steel Woods sent shockwaves throughout the independent country community when it was announced on Saturday evening, January 16th. Funeral . This flower has been reported and will not be visible while under review. January 16, 2021 @ Failed to remove flower. The Test Pressings are Numbered and Dated 17/25, 10-01-2018..What kills me is Friday Night, I turned 61 Yrs old, and The LAST Record I listened to, Was Straw in The Wind..I am STUNNED Beyond Grief.I have NOT Liked a Bands Music Like these Guys in a LONG Time to Go Out and Spend that Kind of Money, Because I believed They Were (ARE !)