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DR. DAVID ALAN COFFEY
DR. DAVID ALAN COFFEY
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DAVID COFFEY Obituary
Of Los Angeles, California passed on Tuesday, January 17. He was the beloved father of Olivia Iris Coffey from his marriage to Zara Gerber, son of Dr. Charles and Barbara Coffey, brother of Sybil and Jennifer Coffey, and brother-in-law of the late Roger Cox. He is survived by a large extended family and many friends. David was born in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania on April 8, 1959. He graduated from the University of Pennsylvania, the University of Pittsburgh Medical School, the UCLA Neuropsychiatric Institute, and the New Center for Psychoanalysis. He lived life with passion and conviction, was loved and respected, and will be greatly missed. Memorial contributions can be sent to: (1) New Center for Psychoanalysis, 2014 Sawtelle Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90025 (2) Psychiatric Clinical Faculty Association, UCLA Semel Institute, 760 Westwood Plaza, Los Angeles, CA 90024 (3) National Alliance on Mental Illness, 3803 N. Fairfax Dr., Ste. 100, Arlington, VA 22203. Funeral services will be held at 3 PM on Sunday, January 22 at Eden Memorial Park in Mission Hills, CA.
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Patrick George
November 23, 2012
David was an amazing therapist and friend to me from middle-school through college. He helped me work through depression and anxiety and gave me the confidence I lacked to follow my dreams. You are sorely missed, David.
Sarita Pearce
February 2, 2012
To all of David's family and friends,
My heart and prayers go out to you in this time of grief and sorrow. I was a classmate of Davids at Allderdice and have fond memories of him. It's just shocking to learn of the loss of one who has/was making such a contribution to better the lives of so many.
My sincerest wishes,
Sarita Dorn Pearce
February 1, 2012
My deepest sympathy go out to David's daughter,family,friends, and people that knew him.
i have know David for many years,he was a great support to me and my family.talking to him was always helpful.it has been difficult to cope with the news of his passing.i will truly miss him dearly.
Mirna Guerci
Los Angeles,California
Nancy Friedman
January 30, 2012
David worked with our son Sam for years....We are all terribly upset and shocked at his sudden passing. He was a good soul. Please know that he will be sorely missed by our family.
Nancy, Bob and Sam F.
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Anais (Nushi) Azria
January 29, 2012
David was an amazing person, he has really helped me gain confidence. its a really a tragedy that he is gone and i'm extremely sorry for your loss.
January 25, 2012
Chuck Barbara and family, I am so sorry of your loss. I do remember David when i was younger. I pray for all of you . Sincerely ivy S. Coffey Harry and Rayes daughter.....
January 24, 2012
Dear Babara and Chuck,
My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. There are no words to to tell you how sorry I am.
Leila Friedman
Richard Green
January 23, 2012
David organized my series of lectures at UCLA in October. We discussed a TV series for which I would be advisor. He was to send me a copy of a talk I gave from his iphone in a day. The tape did not arrive. I now know why. I am shocked and devastated. David was so gracious and helpful to me in planning the Distinguished Psychiatrist visit. This is awful, Richard Green
January 22, 2012
Dear Barbara and Chuck. So sorry to hear of your loss. Our deepest sympathy.
Love Harry and Raye Coffey
Janet Baker
January 22, 2012
So sorry to hear of a high school classmate's passing. Sincere sympathies to the family.
Kelly Lefkowitz
January 22, 2012
Barbara, Chuck, Sybil, Jennifer and those of David's family I never met... David was one of my first friends. We played basketball in his backyard and shot pool in his basement. Fell out of touch during the college years, and it turns out we lived 30 minutes from each other. Pity. My sincerest consolences.
Daniel Pisano
January 22, 2012
I will never forget you David. You are and always will be an indelible part of my life. God bless you.
January 21, 2012
Dear Sybil: Please accept my condolences. - Jeff Pollock, Esq., Sq. Hill
January 21, 2012
Dear Barbara and Chuck - my deepest sympathy on your unexpected loss. My prayers are with you. Sincerely, Lois Jackson
Diane Roth Cohen
January 21, 2012
I was a friend of David's at Allderdice High School. I remember him as a fun guy, who added interesting points to discussions, in class and out. I share in the sadness of your loss. May happy memories comfort you at this difficult time. Diane Roth Cohen
January 21, 2012
Dear Babara, Marvin and family, Harris and I were completely shocked to hear of David's passing. Your and your family have our deepest sympathy. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. We regret not being able to be with you in this time of sorrow. David was Mark's favorite cousin and he will always cherish his memory.
Love,
Mark and Faye Harris
Lee Sokolsky
January 21, 2012
Dear Chuck, Barbara and Family,
Words seem to be inadequate at a time like this. Our hearts and thoughts are with you.
Love,
Lee and Arlene
Frank Smizik
January 21, 2012
Dear Barbara, Chuck and family,
Judy and I extend to you our heartfelt sympathy.
Frank Smizik
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