Donald F. Coppenrath, 55.

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CLINTON - Donald F. Coppenrath, 55, of 56 Boylston St., died Monday, February 20, 2012 in UMass-Memorial Healthcare, University Campus, Worcester, after an illness.

He leaves his wife, Patricia A. (Krafve) Coppenrath; a daughter, Mallory A. Coppenrath of Somerville, whom he adored; three sisters: Betty Todino, Joan Shepard and Sandy Manning; nieces and nephews; and his coworkers at NyproMold, whom he considered to be his extended family. He was predeceased by his brother, Robert Coppenrath.

Born and raised in Clinton, son of the late Francis and Frances (Adshade) Coppenrath, Don was a life-long resident. He attended Clinton Schools.

For many years, he worked for NyproMold, as a tool maker.

A member of St. John the Evangelist Church, Don was an animal lover, and avid sports fan, especially fond of the San...