Myron Koplin

Myron Koplin, 89, died peacefully Sunday morning, March 29, 2015. Graveside funeral services will be Monday afternoon at 4PM at Congregation Sha'arey Israel Cemetery, in the old section of Rose Hill Cemetery. Visitation with the family will take place after the funeral at Carlyle Place with Shiva Minyan at 7PM, also at Carlyle Place. He was born, January 29, 1926, in Macon, son of the late Sarah and Henry Koplin. During World War II, he served in Seventh Army Ordnance in France and Germany. Following Army service, he graduated from Georgia Tech in Industrial Engineering. He was a Mason and a Shriner, was a member of Macon Civitan Club, on the Advisory Board of Salvation Army. Mr. Koplin was also a charter member of the Macon Shield Club, treasurer of the Greater Macon Chamber of Commerce. He also served as President of Congregation Sha'arey Israel and Macon Federation of Jewish Charities. He was former co-owner of Macon Iron and Paper Stock Company. Koplin was an active member in the Employer Support National Guard and Reserves, encouraging mid-state employers to support their employees' participation in guard and reserve duty. He is survived by his wife of 65 years, Ethel, daughter Rhonda, sons Henry, Evan and his wife Marty, and Chip, grandchildren Amanda, Rachael, Jessica, Alex and Sarah. He was predeceased by his brother Alvin Koplin and sister Norma K. Oliner. The family would like to thank all of the caregivers, especially Mrs. Ruthie Bentley, and staff at Carlyle Place. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Congregation Sha'arey Israel; 611 Plum Street; Macon, GA 31201. Register online at www.hartsmort.com. Hart's Mortuary and Crematory, Cherry Street, has charge of arrangements.