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Carl Coffelt Obituary

Carl G. Coffelt age 70 of Park Forest, Illinois passed away on September 26, 2018. Loving and dedicated husband of 26 years to Shirley (Gereg). Beloved father to Shannon O'Donnell (W. Joseph) White and Joseph (Brandi) O'Donnell. Cherished grandfather of Gabriella O. White and Malone J. O'Donnell. Dear brother to Clarence Goncher, William Goncher both of California, Raymond Goncher of North Carolina, Dorothy Angell (late Delmar) of Homewood and late brother Robert Goncher of Matteson. He was a beloved uncle to many nieces and nephews. Carl spent 30 years at and retired from AT&T, he was a Park Forest Volunteer Fireman, ESDA for many surrounding communities. Also, served proudly in the U.S. Army in the 25th Infantry Division during Vietnam. Memorial gathering Tuesday, October 2nd from 3pm until the time of service at 6:00 P.M. at Kerr-Parzygnot Funeral Home 540 Dixie Hwy. (at Joe Orr Rd.), Chicago Heights, IL 60411. Inurnment at a later date at Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery, Elwood, Illinois. (708) 754-0016.

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Published by SouthtownStar on Sep. 30, 2018.

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David Ogle

March 26, 2019

I knew Carl from the BMW motorcycle club and he was also in my V A group, A great friend. I miss him

Robert Umland

November 25, 2018

I have known Carl for many years and we had mutual friends. Both Carl and I served with the 25TH Infantry in Vietnam and frequently met each other at the VA. Carl was a good man and will be sorely missed and I regret not knowing of his passing. All of us at the Vet Center will miss him.

A White

October 6, 2018

Losing a loved one is so hard. May you find comfort in our Heavenly Father who provide us with a hope for the future - Jeremiah 29:11

October 3, 2018

My thoughts and prayers go out to Shirley and her family. Carl was a wonderful neighbor who looked out for everyone. He will be missed.

Sue

Z L

October 3, 2018

My sincere condolences to your family for the loss of your love one. May you have faith in God's loving promise found at John 6:40 and may it help you to cope in the days ahead.

October 2, 2018

God bless.. mine is on the funeral home page.. humbling.
He did so well. Much love.
Christine Burns Lehrfeld

Paula (Julian), Blissett

October 2, 2018

I would like to express my deepest condolences to the Coffelt family... I knew Carl, and also went to high school with him., He was a very sweet person, he will be missed. Rip Carl

Gary Mack

October 1, 2018

I love and will miss you Mickey. Many a good time together. I will see you in Heaven my brother.

John Marino

October 1, 2018

Our Deepest Sympathy From The Marino Family

Don Kuick

September 30, 2018

Rest In Peace Carl.

September 30, 2018

Please accept my sincerest condolences for your loss. I hope that words such those found at John 6:40 bring you comfort at this difficult time. CR

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