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Selma Coupens Obituary

Selma C. (a.k.a. George) Coupens, 87, passed away on October 5, 2013 in Olympia, Washington where she had been a resident since 2005.

On October 13, 1925 Selma was born to Harold B. Clark and Ruth (Rice) Clark in Rensselaer, Indiana; she was one of two children. Selma received her Journalism degree from Indiana University. She married Thomas B. Coupens on November 27, 1954 making Colorado Springs their home, together they had three children. George was a dedicated mother who actively participated and supported her children in their academic and sporting endeavors during their school years.

George is known for her association with many philanthropic and Civic organizations ( Epsilion Sigma Alpha Sorority, Elks Wives Club, El Paso County Kidney Foundation, March of Dimes, Deaf and Blind School, Republican Party, American Cancer Society, and Special Olympics) in the Colorado Springs community. Through her perseverance, ingenuity and imagination she truly loved being active in these organizations achieving successful conclusion on their projects. George was an avid supporter for Pikes Peak Humane Society. Professionally she worked in the Medical field 23 years and upon retirement volunteered at Penrose Main Hospital for 20 years.

She will be dearly missed by those whose lives she touched. George is survived by her two daughters: Hylie Jan (husband Steven Pressey) of Olympia, Washington and daughter Cama Jo (husband Kenneth Totura) of Castle Rock, Colorado and son, Clark Coupens (wife Debbie) of Colorado Springs; four grandchildren: Kelsey, Gannon and Tia Totura, and Callie Coupens, in addition to numerous friends.

She was preceded in death by her parents, brother and husband.

A Celebration of Life Service will be held in Colorado Springs next Spring.

In lieu of flowers please send donations to Pikes Peak Humane Society, 610 Abbot Lane, Colorado Springs, CO 80905.

Published by The Gazette on Oct. 10, 2013.
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Mom, How blessed I am having you as a Mother. Daily I have thoughts of you, I smile at your photos on my walls, on my tables, and in my wallet. You are not forgotten! I treasure
my memories of you and always share with others how special you are. Your generosity, compassion, hardworking, integrity and caring are traits of the strength of the woman I proudly call my mom.
Miss you and will always love you.
Your daughter, Hylie Jan

Hylie Jan

October 5, 2023

George, 10 years have passed and you're still the talk of conversations. You're gone, but never forgotten! You are missed by many!

Steve

Steve

October 4, 2023

George, I never knew you but for a very short time in 1974 I had the privilege of knowing Hylie Jan. She was the most caring person I have ever known and I am sure she came by that from you. RIP!

Bobby Grainger

December 15, 2017

Selma,
I will NEVER stop remembering what a God send you were to me as a teenager. I loved what life lessons you tought me in those tender years. I just never could call you George!
love,
Alan Howe

March 23, 2014

George, Christmas has passed and we are into the New Year. We miss you so very much and think of you everyday as we talk about what a wonderful classy lady you were. We were so blessed to have had you in our life. You were truly an Angel and you will always be in our heart and mind. God Bless You!

Steve

January 10, 2014

Grandma-still sad you were so abruptly taken away--your "star" will always shine in my memory!
Love you--RIP

Callie

October 30, 2013

George,you were a Grand Lady in my books.
I want to thank you for taking the time to touch base with me during your journey here on planet Earth.
You will be missed ......Until we meet again.

Allan

October 27, 2013

George,
I first met you over a decade ago through your daughter Hylie Jan. You took me into your home and treated me like royalty, despite the fact that I was a complete stranger then.
Since then, you have continued to impress me with constant courage, fortitude, and love for your family. I am proud to have called myself your friend. You will be missed.

Jay Jorgensen

October 25, 2013

George, you began as a Mom of my friend, Hylie Jan, years ago. You became a friend of my Mom, Ginger, and myself through your wonderful sense of humor and fun-loving attitude and we have many great memories from birthday parties, pumpkin carving and just plain getting together at your place with Riley singing with Hylie Jan. :-)
Those memories of good times and hard times will be in my heart forever as will you, dear Lady! Love, Donna

Donna

October 18, 2013

George, we go back many years. Your Cama Jo and my Ken gave us three beautiful grandchildren. May you find peace and rest.

Veronica Totura

October 14, 2013

Dearest Mom,
How blessed I was to have you for a mother, best friend and mentor! We shared a special bond between us (more than just a mother and daughter relationship). We both knew that no matter what happened in our daily lives we could trust and depend on each other...and we did. I will always admire your beauty, strength, determination, courage, compassion and faith. Always you will be an inspiration to me! You leave me with a lifetime of treasured memories and the knowledge that you loved me deeply. Your last words to me were " I love you, Hylie Jan".
Mama...I love you, too!

Hylie Jan Pressey

October 14, 2013

My Dearest George,
We met twenty years ago and I liked you from the start. We had quite a journey, with lots of laughter and fun times during all those years. You were more than a mother-in-law to me, you became an important part of my life. It was truly an honor that you trusted me to be your friend and caregiver. It was a real privilege to know you loved me, trusted me and that I was able to be with you daily up until your last day. You never forgot who I was! I love you and you will always be missed! God Bless You!
Steve Pressey

October 12, 2013

What a friend you have been over the years. Started out as 'just the Mom' of my friend. As the years have gone by, that 'just a. . .' became a very important friendship. There are many moments through the years that I think about and treasure. Thank you for being part of my life. Love you, Ann

October 11, 2013

Dear George,
You have always been like a second mother to me. I will never forget all our long talks and all the good advice you gave me over the years. I will miss you so very much. I will see you someday in Heaven. Thank you for being in my life. Thank you also, for having such a wonderful daughter. (Hylie Jan) It is hard to believe we have been friends for over 50 years.

Glenda Eddy

October 10, 2013

Dear George was a delightful, energy filled lady who I considered my 'Second Mom" Through my childhood as a neigbhbor and dear friend of her daughter Hylie Jan and, after becoming an adult, George was always always there for me.. She had an uncoditional love that will live forever in my heart, dispite her passing after a full life. I'll miss you George ! Mark O'Neill

October 10, 2013

Love you mom RIP

October 10, 2013

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