John Coen

John was one of the first people to pay me check for writing articles for the Hudson Valley Motocross News. The confidence I gained from setting my have print led my l me like may of the D34 MSC racers who ventured into the National competition, I ventured into national and international motivate 6 events. I rubbed elbows with the stars on my sport and while I didn't turn Pro kind John and brother Carlo with the throttle, I did turn Pro with the pen. And it all started with John Coen and...

Condolences to John's Family... John was a great guy. Ever since I first met him riding at the MTA property back in the 70's. John always made you feel glad you ran into him, wish I ran into him more often...

Kelly and family Please accept our deepest sympathy and condolences for the loss of John. He was such a good man and always helped us out when we needed it! I feel like he was family-our families have been around Newburgh and in business for over 80 years together! I apologize for not being at the wake. We were all out of town this weekend- and I am sorry sorry to have missed the services. Please reach out to us if you ever need ANYTHING. God bless John´s soul. He was such a nice man. May...

I met John at his track. He had no idea who I was, as all I knew he was the owner of the track. But he seen my enthusiasm for riding bikes and offered me a job watering the track on race days. It was like winning the lottery. I loved it. From there he moved me up to the finish line flagger. Come to find out we are 3rd or 4th cousins. John always had a smile and was so humble and kind. Not just to me but to everyone. I wish the world had more people like John in it. You will be missed...