James D. Copas, 78, Kingsport, Tennesee went to be with the Lord on Sunday, April 23, 2017 at Wellmont Holston Valley Medical Center. Born in Kingsport, he had resided here all of his life. He retired from Raytheon and attended Christ Fellowship Church. James was a 32nd Degree Mason, having been a member of the Kingsport Lodge No. 688 for 50 years. He was also a Shriner. Sorry this is late !!!! 73 Erik WX4ET