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Wayne Coonfer Obituary
He was born April 26, 1930 in Rimersburg, Pa., a son of the late Wayne B. and Mabel (Flick) Coonfer Sr.
Wayne was raised and educated in the Albion area, graduating from Albion High School in 1948. Following high school he began working at Marx Toys in Girard where he worked initially in shipping and later the Maintenance Department, until their closing. He later worked for the Girard Industrial Development Corp. in the maintenance department where he retired from.
He was a long-time member of the Albion Volunteer Fire Department, a member of the Albion Moose, and the Odd Fellows. Wayne loved the outdoors, was an avid New York Yankees and Dallas Cowboys fan. He enjoyed his time every fall at the Albion Fair. His greatest pleasure was to spend time with his family and especially his grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
He was a member of the Fairview United Methodist Church and also the Lake Erie Community Federal Credit Union, where he was a member of the loan committee.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by two sisters, Mary Jean Mittwede and Louise Clark and a grandson, Jared Michael Hanisek.
Wayne will be greatly missed by his family, which include his wife of 60 years, Mary Ellen (Marcinowski) Coonfer; two daughters, Cheryl L. Hanisek (David) of Lake City, Gail E. Teribery (Russ) of Lake City; a son, Jeff W. Coonfer (Melinda) of Girard; grandchildren, Jamie Feldmann (Michael), Jill Belmondo (D.J.), Ben Teribery (Ashley), Sarah Lybrook (Jake), and Elliot Coonfer; fourteen great-grandchildren, two step great-grandchildren, and several nieces and nephews.
Friends may call on Tuesday from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. at Edder Funeral Home, Inc., 309 Main St. East, Girard, and are invited to attend services there on Wednesday at 10 a.m., with Rev. John Gerber officiating.
Burial will be in the Springfield Cemetery.
Memorials may be made to the Fairview Methodist Church, 4601 Avonia Rd., Fairview, PA 16415 or to Lake City Fire Co., 2232 Rice Ave., Lake City, PA 16423, or to the charity of one's choice.
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Memories and Condolences
for Wayne Coonfer
Audrey Kochera
September 6, 2025
Gail and Cheryl and families ,
Remembering your loss of a
Great Father,we never forget
The Day ,Year they passed.
Janet Jordan
September 15, 2016
Deepest Sympathy to the family, from Frank L. Coonfer's daughter, Janet Jordan and her husband, Chuck. Port Charlotte, Florida.
September 15, 2016
Dear Cheryl, Gail,& your Mom. So sorry to hear of your Dad's passing. Your in our thoughts & prayers.Oly & Audrey Kochera (Girard Pa )
Roger and Kris Copeland
September 14, 2016
Our deepest sympathies
Susan Benton
September 13, 2016
Cheryl,David & all the family, David & I are sending our sympathy and love to you. Mr. Coonfer was just the nicest man and he always called me Susie. Hold all your memories close and let them bring you comfort during this sad time. We all know he is in a better place and free of all pain but I know that makes this no easier. Wish we were there to hug you in person. Know we are thinking of you and wish you strength. Love, David & Susan
September 12, 2016
We will miss you very much.
September 12, 2016
Cheryl, Gail and entire families, We are sorry to hear of your fathers passing and our prayers are with you all. May you find peace in knowing he is not alone and in good hands with God above. Cherish all the memories you have of him and they will help you to get through the days ahead. God Bless, Roger & Cecelia Platz & families and Ed Erickson
Brenda Marsh glowaky
September 12, 2016
Gail and family,
I am so sorry for your loss. Your dad was the nicest man and I know he took pride in his family. He truly loved you all!
Love you,
Brenda Marsh Glowaky [email protected]
Mike & Berta
September 12, 2016
So sorry for you loss. Our thoughts and prayers with you all.
Penny & Doug Harvey
September 12, 2016
To coonfer family sorry for your loss. He will be greatly missed.
John & Tammy Knorr
September 12, 2016
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all, he will be missed.
Lisa Lombardo Keystone Physical Therapy
September 12, 2016
Mary Ellen, I am so sorry for your loss. Please accept my deepest sympathies.
Craig J Heuser
September 12, 2016
Cheryl and family, I am sorry for your loss and am praying for you during this difficult time. May your memories bring comfort and peace.
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