Obituary of Al Copeland

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Al Copeland

Alvin Charles Copeland (born February 2, 1944 in New Orleans, Louisiana) was an entrepreneur who was best known for as the founder of the Popeyes fast food chain. Al died on March 23, 2008 and his death was because of salivary gland cancer. He died at age 64.

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Al Copeland Biography Wiki:

    • Is He Dead or Alive: Dead
    • Full Name: Copeland, Al
    • Common Name: Al Copeland
    • Gender: Male
    • Preferred Gender Pronoun: he/him
    • Birthplace: New Orleans, Louisiana, United States
    • Birth Date: February 02, 1944
    • Age: 64 (at death)
    • Also Known As: Alvin
    • Occupation: Entrepreneur
    • Net Worth: $400 million
    • Nationality: American
    • Favorite Food: Big Mac
    • Favorite Color: Aqua
    • Favorite Scent: Calvin Klein Eternity for Men
    • Favorite Actor: Gary Cooper

    Al's Family Tree

    • Birth Name: Alvin Charles Copeland
    • Father:
    • Mother:
    • Brother(s):
      • two
    • Spouse/Partner:
      • Luan Hunter (married 1990-divorced 2000)
      • Jennifer Devall (married 2000-divorced 2006)
    • Son(s):
      • Al Copeland Jr.
      • Chandler Copeland
      • Christopher Copeland
      • Chaz Copeland
      • Alex Copeland
    • Daughter(s):
      • Charlotte Womac Copeland
      • Cassidy Copeland
      • Alisha Copeland
      • Bonnie Copeland

Death Notice:

  • Date: March 23 2008 at age 64
  • Place: Munich, Germany
  • Cause of Death: Cancer (salivary gland)
  • Interment: Buried at the Metairie Cemetery, New Orleans, LA, United States

Category Tags:

EntrepreneurAmerican Born on February 2nd Born in 1944 Born in Louisiana Died in 2008 Died at age 64 Died from Cancer

Al's Notable Roles:

  • Popeyes

Quotable Quotes:

"Mister Copeland lived a life full of passion for his wife but also building an empire in the restaurant industry and leaving behind a legacy that will be remembered for generations to come. (V)"

"Al Copeland was a successful restaurateur and entrepreneur, best known for creating the successful Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen chain, until his untimely passing. (V)"

Is Mr. Al Copeland still alive? According to our unconfirmed records, he has passed away.

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Wiki Page Updated: 2025-08-16 10:18:58
Author: Tucker
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