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RITA COFFMAN Obituary
RITA B. COFFMAN
On Sunday, January 19, 2014, of Washington, DC. Born in Braintree, VT to Russell and Nora Burridge. Beloved wife of the late Joseph W. Coffman; mother of Bill R. (Marta) Coffman, Joyce N. (Mike) Gering, John L. Coffman, Robert F. Coffman, and Marian Wesley. Also survived by ten grandchildren and eleven great-grandchildren. Relatives and friends may call at St. Andrew Apostle Church, Arcola Ave and Kemp Mill Rd, Silver Spring, MD, Thursday, January 23, 2014 from 10 to 11 a.m. Mass of Christian Burial immediately following. Interment Gate of Heaven Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to American Red Cross, National Capital Area, 8550 Arlington Blvd., Fairfax, VA 22031 or to the Hospice of The Chesapeake, 90 Ritchie Highway, Pasadena, MD 21122www.COLLINSFUNERALHOME.com
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January 25, 2014
I'm sorry to hear of the lost of your dear love one . May the God of tender mercies bring you comfort and much peace during this time of great sadness.
January 22, 2014
I am so sorry for the loss of your loved one. Please find peace and comfort in Psalms 65:2
Fr. John Mudd
January 22, 2014
I am so sorry to hear of Mrs. Coffman's death. She was a wonderful neighbor and a good friend to my mother and I have the fondest memories of growing up with her children. May God give her eternal rest and reward her for her life of faith and her many good deeds.
January 22, 2014
My sincere condolences to the family for the loss of your love one. May prayers strengthen you and memories comfort you. May our Lord Jesus Christ and God our Father, who loves us, comfort your hearts and make you firm. (2 Thessalonians 2:16,17)
Barbara Basiliko Tucker
January 22, 2014
To all the Coffman family. Our hearts and prayers are with you during this sad and painful time.
Sandra K.
January 22, 2014
It's difficult to move on when we've lost a loved one, but we have memories that no one can take away, memories that will bring a smile and ease the pain and sorrow. May the loving support of friends and family help you through this difficult time.
January 22, 2014
Dear Marian - Our condolences to you and your family. Remember always the good times, the funny times and the special times with your Mom. Mary and Tim
Viola Robinson
January 21, 2014
Offering my deepest condolences to the Coffman family, may God strengthen you at this difficult time.
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