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Hundreds bid final farewell to popular punk singer Dod Copland

Hundreds gathered in Aberdeen today to bid final farewell to Dod Copland. Pictures by Kenny Elrick/DC Thomson.
Hundreds gathered in Aberdeen today to bid final farewell to Dod Copland. Pictures by Kenny Elrick/DC Thomson.

Hundreds came together as one today, “putting business and pleasure aside”, to bid final farewell to popular Aberdeen piper and punk singer Dod Copland.

Family and friends gathered at the Sunnybank Football Club car park to celebrate the life of the “weel kent” city centre busker and “protective brother” of nine siblings.

Mr Copland, who grew up and spent his life in Northfield, died on July 28, aged 59.

Dod Copland.

Tributes continue to pour in for the eye-liner wearing “gentle soul”, who had the ability to grab anyone’s attention with his rebellious and untamed spirit.

A committed anarchist, the former frontman of Aberdeen punk band Toxik Ephex always stuck to his solid principles and would often get himself into mischief.

Picture by Kenny Elrick/DC Thomson.

Mr Copland, who was described by friend Donna Ewen as “born special”, was “without a shadow of a doubt in a league of his own” and “followed his own arrow” in life.

She said: “Well, I have plenty of happy memories of you Dod. I am just so glad you lived your life authentically. You made each minute count. Underneath that tough exterior was a creative, talented, gentle soul — but, never something you would admit to.”

‘Dod Copland was a unique man with a heart of gold’

Dozens joined in loud laughter as the officiate shared treasured moments from Mr Copland’s life – reflecting on his vivid character both as a person and as an artist.

The sound of pipes filled the air as people embraced to commemorate the “unique” man with a “heart of gold”, who had it in “his very instinct to help others”.

Mr Copland was known to many for his secret acts of generosity and infinite desire to support charities and those less fortunate.

Special tribute was also paid to his huge contribution to the development of punk music in Aberdeen and his creative talent and authenticity.

Dod Copland's family
Pictures by Kenny Elrick/DC Thomson.
Pictures by Kenny Elrick/DC Thomson.
Hundreds gathered for the funeral of Dod Copland
Pictures by Kenny Elrick/DC Thomson.
Dod Copland's brother Ian at the funeral
Pictures by Kenny Elrick/DC Thomson.
Photo: Kenny Elrick/DC Thomson

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