Orange Coast College Professor, Counselor Michael L. Copp Dies
Michael L. Copp, an Orange Coast College professor and counselor to the school’s athletic teams, died Thursday after suffering a massive heart attack. He was 56.
A native of Rockford, Ill., Copp worked as a high school counselor, civics teacher, wrestling and tennis coach in Illinois and California before joining the Orange Coast faculty in 1965.
In his first 11 years at the college, Copp taught introductory psychology and worked as a counselor. Most recently, he served as a counselor and adviser to the college’s athletic teams.
“He really cared about young people, and he was particularly fond of athletes,” Orange Coast Athletic Director Barry Wallace said in a written statement issued by the school. “Mike was dedicated to the task of helping students succeed. He worked hard with our athletes and was extremely proud of their accomplishments--both in the classroom and on the field.”
Copp is survived by his wife, Joanne.
Funeral services will be held at 4 p.m. Thursday at Fairview Community Church here.
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