Memories of Robert "Carlo" Carlo Coppo

In memory of

Robert "Carlo" Carlo Coppo

Del Mar, CA, USA

March 31, 1938 - March 14, 2021

Mar 31, 1938 - Mar 14, 2021

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April Johnson

My favorite memory of Carlo was watching him dance the night away at a friend's wedding! He was always a gentleman, always smiling!

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Jennifer Coppo-Grove

Kit Goldman

Stephanie Seiler

Arlene Becton

Carlo taught me to always find the good in people and to enjoy life to the fullest extent. Mostly to incorporate daily laughter in our crazy and very stressful medical staff world.

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David Balfour

Maureen Bates

Jennifer Coppo-Grove

Stephanie Seiler

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Jennifer Coppo-Grove

Janet Lee Terry

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Stephanie Seiler

2012, Maui

At various times in the last 32 years, I was lucky enough to call Carlo my boss, my father-in-law, my fellow book lover, my confidant, and most importantly, my true friend. I loved him as a second dad, and the memories of him being "Poppa" to my two kids is something I will hold in my heart forever. He always gave me a big bear hug whenever we said goodbye, and we always said the same thing to each other. It is the only thing I can think of to say now: Thank you for our family.

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Jennifer Coppo-Grove

Leslie Smith

Martina Rosso

Jennifer Coppo-Grove

Jodi Megna-Dobron

Dobron home

Last time I saw Carlo❤️

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Elaine Dill

Jennifer Coppo-Grove

Maureen Bates

Jodi Megna-Dobron

Viewing party for Short Film at Dobron home.

Carlo and and the movie gang!

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Kit Goldman

Elaine Dill

Jennifer Coppo-Grove

Jodi Megna-Dobron

Fred Borrelli’s house in Del Mar

One of our opening day parties at Fred’s house. Carlo dressed in his best Racetrack attire!

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Kit Goldman

Elaine Dill

Jennifer Coppo-Grove

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Kit Goldman

That gorgeous, light-filled spirit which is Carlo. So much I want to talk to him about. What a wonderful... Read more That gorgeous, light-filled spirit which is Carlo. So much I want to talk to him about. What a wonderful pic. That gorgeous, light-filled spirit which is Carlo. ... Read more

Jodi Megna-Dobron

Jodi’s house

One of our many fun parties at our home.

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Kit Goldman

Elaine Dill

Jennifer Coppo-Grove

Don Chotro

1978, Near La Jolla

Once Upon a Time

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Jennifer Coppo-Grove

Kit Goldman

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Jennifer Coppo-Grove

Love these men! Love these men! Love these men!

Veronica Engel

USS Midway, San Diego, CA, USA

View of the USS Midway from the water

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Kit Goldman

Jennifer Coppo-Grove

Veronica Engel

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Jennifer Coppo-Grove

Veronica Engel

San Diego Bay

Boating fun with Carlo, Veronica Joanne and Rob

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Jennifer Coppo-Grove

Kit Goldman

Elaine Dill

1983, La Valencia Hotel, Prospect Street, La Jolla, CA, USA

Bonnie’s Birthday Joan, Carlo, Bob Angelo, Bonnie Wright

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Elaine Dill

Jennifer Coppo-Grove

Elaine Dill

1983, La Valencia Hotel, Prospect Street, La Jolla, CA, USA

Bob Angelo, Me, Friend, and Carlo

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Kit Goldman

Elaine Dill

Jennifer Coppo-Grove

Elaine Dill

2019, San Diego, CA, USA

Friends, Cast and Crew

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Kit Goldman

Jennifer Coppo-Grove

Elaine Dill

2019, San Diego, CA, USA

Leave ‘Em Laughing. Film cast Jackie Flynn (Bob Angelo), Carlo, Jodi Angelo Dobron, Pete Gardner (Carlo Coppo), Nikki Tyler-Flynn (Jodi Angelo).

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Kit Goldman

Jennifer Coppo-Grove

Elaine Dill

Veronica Engel

San Diego Bay

Carlo and his happy place! On the water!

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Kit Goldman

Jennifer Coppo-Grove

Elaine Dill

Leslie Smith

Barbara Sanders

It is with a very heavy heart that I render my condolences to Jennifer and Rob and all the grandkids and family. The world has lost one of its finest. Men like Carlo are a rarity. He represented the brightest of the bright, combined with infinite caring and wisdom, and had a larger than life personality with many, many talents. He was an outstanding lawyer; the brightest I’ve ever known. It was a great privilege to work for him for 6+ years. With Carlo at the helm we all formed and maintained lasting workplace friendships. We worked hard but had some raucous fun times too. Carlo, you will so be missed.

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Kit Goldman

Jennifer Coppo-Grove

Stephanie Seiler

Jennifer Coppo-Grove

2016, Rose Bowl Stadium, Rose Bowl Drive, Pasadena, CA, USA

Carlo and Family

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Kit Goldman

Leslie Smith

Stephanie Seiler

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Jennifer Coppo-Grove

Missing my Pops ~ Life just simply is not the same without him in my daily life. I was so lucky to call ... Read more Missing my Pops ~ Life just simply is not the same without him in my daily life. I was so lucky to call him my Pops and to have... Read more Missing my Pops ~ Life just simply is not the same... Read more

Leslie Smith

He loved you all so very much. Carlo was the definition of “family man”. It was one of the traits I loved... Read more He loved you all so very much. Carlo was the definition of “family man”. It was one of the traits I loved about him the most.... Read more He loved you all so very much. Carlo was the definition... Read more

Mark Smith

This video is from a party on September 5th, 2009 at the Grove's Luneta house in Del Mar where Carlo spent many happy hours.

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Kit Goldman

Jennifer Coppo-Grove

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Jennifer Coppo-Grove

Thank you Mark ~ Del Mar is our happy place. These memories make me happy. Love you! Jen Thank you Mark ~ Del Mar is our happy place. These memories make me happy. Love you! Jen Thank you Mark ~ Del Mar is our happy place. These ... Read more

Mark Smith

Thank you for opening your home and helping us make wonderful memories. I loved your Dad and will miss him.... Read more Thank you for opening your home and helping us make wonderful memories. I loved your Dad and will miss him. I enjoyed his company... Read more Thank you for opening your home and helping us make... Read more

Lucy Gunther

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Jennifer Coppo-Grove

Lucy Gunther

Carlo was my first boss, my mentor, my guide through the morass of the legal world and a dear friend. It was July 4 weekend sometime in the70s when I – a newly divorced single mom and fresh out of secretarial school – first sat down at my desk in a San Diego law firm. Carlo had not had a secretary for a month or so and the legal binders were stacked high on the desk and the floor. I said to myself, I can either sink or swim. I decided to swim. But I could not have done it without Carlo’s patience and tolerance of my endless questions! We made a good team and Carlo became a lifelong friend. Four decades later, I am still using the skills I learned at his hand! I could extol Carlo’s wonderful characteristics and many brilliant talents, but they have already been beautifully elucidated in his obituary.
I know Carlo is already exploring his new horizons – and I miss him in the here and now! Happy travels, my friend!

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Kit Goldman

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Jennifer Coppo-Grove

Lucy ~ Sending so much love to you. We all miss those sparkling blue eyes and that quick wit ~ he was truly... Read more Lucy ~ Sending so much love to you. We all miss those sparkling blue eyes and that quick wit ~ he was truly one of a kind. Love... Read more Lucy ~ Sending so much love to you. We all miss those... Read more

Lucy Gunther

Thank you, Jen. Yes, he was. And I would so love to have a copy of his book when it comes out. I know ... Read more Thank you, Jen. Yes, he was. And I would so love to have a copy of his book when it comes out. I know it will be outstanding... Read more Thank you, Jen. Yes, he was. And I would so love ... Read more

MEL MORIARTY

We will miss Carlo's bright light, genius and warm affection for all! I was so fortunate to have been hired by Carlo in 1981 and he was a brilliant attorney and mentor to me as I began my practice. When Jack and I got married in 1986, Carlo wrote our vows and gave us two sterling silver goblets commemorating the wedding. The ceremony stuck! I will never forget how creative he was and how much he loved his family and friends. You could see him several years later from the last time you were together, and he was just as ebullient, full of laughter and telling stories like it had been just a few 24 hrs ago. I know we are all better men and women to have known him. Love, Mel and Jack

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Jennifer Coppo-Grove

Kit Goldman

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Jennifer Coppo-Grove

Love you Mel. So many great memories. Carlo loved you very much. Jen Love you Mel. So many great memories. Carlo loved you very much. Jen Love you Mel. So many great memories. Carlo loved you... Read more

Joshua Morgan

A true renaissance man and a kinder fellow you will never find. My 80 year old father, a huge car racing enthusiast, had never been to Europe. Carlo insisted the two of them go and attend a race at Silverstone Raceway, a famous track near London. When they returned, my father talked for weeks about the trip and what a great experience it was and how Carlo had arranged everything perfectly. In private, I thanked Carlo for taking my father on the trip and he responded, "Josh, the smile on your dad's face as we entered the race track was the highlight of the trip..." and the thing is, I could see that he really meant what he said. That's just the type of genuine friend Carlo was and I will never forget him or his generosity.

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Jennifer Coppo-Grove

Kit Goldman

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Jennifer Coppo-Grove

Josh ~ Your Dad and Carlo were the best of friends. My father's love was limitless. It was truly a gift to... Read more Josh ~ Your Dad and Carlo were the best of friends. My father's love was limitless. It was truly a gift to be in his life. Thanks... Read more Josh ~ Your Dad and Carlo were the best of friends.... Read more