Copey’s Butcher Shop

Copey's Butcher Shop is a deer and livestock processor located in Medway, Ohio. The family-owned business has been operating since 1950 and also processes beef, pork, lamb, and goat for customers.

Founded by Howard and Marjorie Copenhefer in 1950, the shop originally operated from a white barn with just six feet of retail meat case and closed during summer months due to lack of refrigeration. Refrigeration was added in 1951, and in 1955 a new block building was constructed. Since 2000, the business has been managed by second-generation owner Margene "Marte" Struewing. Third-generation owner Missie Janow and head meat cutter Mike Janow help operate the business alongside experienced employees, some with over twenty years of service. The state-inspected facility consists of over 12,000 square feet including a modern smokehouse where they make their own smoked meat products. The business also features a retail store with fresh meats, an in-house bakery known for "world famous" cinnamon rolls, and a fresh deli.

Deer drop-off is available during normal store opening hours. Hunters must have their tag numbers available when dropping off deer. Deer that are not field dressed will not be accepted, as the business does not provide field dressing services at this time. All racks and hides must be picked up within 24 hours or they will be discarded.

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Deer Processing Services

Copey's Butcher Shop provides complete deer butchering and processing services. They do not offer discounts for quartered deer. Shoulder mount caping services are available for hunters planning taxidermy work. Hunters can add pork, beef, or suet to their ground deer for additional flavor and fat content. Grinding and wrapping services are also available for those bringing in their own boneless venison.

Specialty Products

They offer several specialty venison products made from processed deer. Bratwurst is available for hunters wanting fresh sausage options. Summer sausage and snack sticks are produced for those seeking smoked meat products. Cheese and jalapeños can be added to any of the specialty items for extra flavor.

Customer Reviews

Copey's Butcher Shop has earned a 4.8-star rating from 482 reviewers. One first-time customer noted that all staff was super friendly and the meat looked phenomenal, adding that even though it's a 45-minute drive, they will be a frequent customer. Multiple long-term customers with over 20 years of patronage describe the facility as white glove clean with wonderful displays and friendly, helpful employees. Reviewers appreciate the family business atmosphere and reasonable prices.

Customers describe the shop as extremely clean and professional with quality products. Some reviewers recommend the business to friends, noting it brings back childhood memories of traditional butcher shops. The beef and ground beef receive particular praise for quality. Staff members are consistently described as treating customers like family with kind and helpful service.

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