'A Force of Nature,' State College Community Icon Passes at 92

'A force of nature,' State College community icon passes at 92

STATE COLLEGE, Pa. (WTAJ) — The State College community is mourning the loss of an iconic woman who did so many things in her lifetime and left a huge impact on everyone she met. Mimi Barash Coppersmith passed away on Sunday, Sept. 14, at the age of 92. She was known for many things, including helping to bridge the gap between Penn State and the State College community. "She had a huge personality. She was a force of nature. She was witty. She w…

State College Icon Dies At 92

The State College community is mourning the loss of Mimi Barash Coppersmith, a renowned businesswoman and philanthropist who passed away yesterday at 92.  Coppersmith founded the magazine Town&Gown in 1966, and her death was confirmed by the publication last evening.  She was a fixture in the community, and was dedicated to both it and Penn State University.  A celebration of her life is expected to be held later this fall.

Mimi Barash Coppersmith, an Iconic Pillar of the State College Community, Dies at 92

Mimi Barash Coppersmith, a businesswoman, philanthropist and iconic figure in the State College community, has died at the age of 92. Town&Gown, the State College-based magazine founded by Barash Coppersmith in 1966, confirmed her death on Monday evening. "Mimi was more than a publisher—she was a passionate community leader, fearless trailblazer, and a tireless advocate for meaningful conversation and connection," Town&Gown wrote in a social med…