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Michael Coffee Obituary
He was born Oct. 1, 1939, in Avoca, to the late Adam and Edith Kendzior Coffee.
He had resided in Nanticoke, Harveys Lake and Mountain Top.
He and his brother, Adam Jr., were owners and operators of Coffee Amusements/Adam's Novelty for over 50 years.
His greatest joys in life were his family, friends, his business, jet skiing on Harveys Lake and attending car shows and car cruises.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Adam and Edith.
Michael is survived by his wife of 45 years, Barbara Ostopick Coffee; children, Michaelene Coffee, Mountain Top; Kim Coffee, Harveys Lake; Michael Coffee Jr., Harveys Lake; Nicole Coffee, Nanticoke; brother, Adam Coffee Jr., with whom Michael shared a special business and personal relationship with, and his wife, Marge; sisters, Dory and Carole Coffee; several nieces and nephews; great-nieces and great-nephews.
The funeral will be held Tuesday at 10 a.m. from Desiderio Funeral Home Inc., 437 S. Mountain Blvd., Mountain Top, with a Funeral Mass at 11 a.m. in Our Lady of Victory Church, Harveys Lake.
Interment will be in St. Mary's Mausoleum, Hanover Township. Friends may call Monday, 2 to 9 p.m.
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Memories and Condolences
for Michael Coffee
Sponsored by Kim, Dad's daughter.
Josette Miles
November 20, 2008
Dear Michaelene and family,
Please accept our deepest sympathy for the loss of your dad. There are no words to express the depth of our sadness.
We love you, Michaelene and think of you often.
You and your family are in our prayers.
God Bless you,
Sincerely,
Josette & Jon
Sandra Mitchell
October 12, 2008
Mike and family, I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your father, my sympathy and prayers go out to you all at this time. I just today learned of his passing. He always treated my grandson Billy great and he will be missed by everyone who knew him.
Nance and Paul Ushinski
October 11, 2008
Mickey,was so kind and helpful to our parents, in their business,Gaysons and The 3 Deuces.We are very sad to hear of his passing. My Dad thought the world of him and had the upmost respect ,also. .God bless him.
Carol Gaidula
October 11, 2008
My prayers are with the Family and especially Kim and Jr. I remember Mickey as always being their for all of you! Now that he is with the angels in heaven, he will still be watching over you. Love Cousin Carol , Sykesville,Md.
Hans Deibler
October 11, 2008
so sorry to hear the bad news about mickey, when joey, told me on the phone, I could not believe it. What a great man Mic was. He had a real pasion for dealing with people and making them feal special, He was my mentor , I would call him and ask him tons of questions about the amusement business and he would say, why are you asking me, you know more than I do. I feel lucky to have known him . To all the coffee family , mic was the best, top notch, Joey, Cosmo, Jr. Kim, mike, Mickey's inspiration will live on in ervery life he touched , your friend Hans Deibler
Patrick Ward
October 9, 2008
I'm so very sorry .I just learned of Mickey's passing last night.God Bless.
Donna Neely
October 9, 2008
Dear Barbara & family,
I am so sorry to hear about Mickey. I will keep you all in my prayers. Mickey was a wonderful person with the biggest heart and always made me feel welcome.
With deepest sympathy,
Shawn Pulver
October 8, 2008
Mrs. Coffee,Mike Jr,Kim & Family~
I am so very sorry to hear about the loss of your Husband, & Father.
Mickey was a great guy that loved life. I will cherish the memories I have from this summer racing him on his Jet ski. I always enjoyed coming up to him on his ultra and talking business,cars,or whatever. He will be greatly missed by all those who knew him.
Chris O'Brien
October 8, 2008
Kim ,
My thoughts and prayers to you and your family in this difficult time
Joe Klein
October 8, 2008
Mike and Family,
So sorry to hear the bad news. Your Dad was a great guy and will be sadly missed. Me heartfelt sympathy goes out to the entire family.
Joseph Strycharz
October 7, 2008
Carol and I send our Deepest Sympathy. Mickey and I were classmates at Holy Trinity Grade School and we had many happy times together. Dr. Joseph Strycharz (sky)
David Alexanderian
October 7, 2008
Dear Coffee Family,
I would like to extend my deepest condolences to you.
David Alexanderian
Susan Halbing
October 7, 2008
Mrs. Coffee, Kim, & Family~
I am so very sorry to hear about the loss of your Husband, & Father.
Mr. Coffee was a wonderful friend to me and I cherish the memories I have from this summer and that I got to know him. The crabs were the best and I will always remember trying it my first time with him and you all!! He will be greatly missed by all those who love him! May God Bless you all. And may We keep all our glorious memories of Micky with us always! With deep sadness and love, Susan Halbing
Ranae & Pete Schmid
October 7, 2008
Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family. Mickey was definately a bright spot to anyone who crossed his path. He had a kind heart and the warmest disposition. We would see him everywhere, car shows, the junk yard, and he always had a kind word for you. He will be missed.
Barbara Boyce
October 6, 2008
Dear Barbara, Michaelene, Kim, Mike and Nicole
Sad news travels across the miles and hit the shores of New Zealand. It's wonderful to read the warm wishes of family and friends in your guest book as we all wish Mickey enjoys the great 'Car Show in the Sky'. My first memories as your cousin was your fabulous wedding at the cottage (though it's difficult to believe that was 45 years ago).
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time but he cherished each of you and your special relationship. I am sure you will all treasure your memories of this past summer on Harvey's Lake, as he would only want you to dwell on the good times.
Fondly
Barbara Elechko Boyce, Christopher & Nicole Boyce
Waiheke Island, Auckland, NEW ZEALAND
Nancy Hanahue Yarrish
October 6, 2008
Carol: I'm so sorry to hear of your brother's passing. My thoughts go out to you and your family.
Lisa Monahan
October 6, 2008
Kim and family:
I am truly sorry for the loss of Mikey, he was a wonderful person. He will be sadly missed by every person he knew. I looked forward to seeing all of you on Monday's at Salerno's. I will truly miss him.
Jillian & Jason
October 6, 2008
Mike and Family,
Our thoughts and support go out to you. Mike, your father was many great things; supportive, endearing, giving, determined, compassionate, and a proud parent. Love for his family and motor driven passions fueled his smile. We feel privileged to have known him and offer you and your family our deepest sympathy.
Barbara Davis
October 6, 2008
Barbara and family,
What a loss, I am fortunate to have knows Mickey. He often told me "live life to the fullest". I'm deeply sorry for all your heartache these past few months. Hottle's will never be the same again.
Sincerely
Thomas Baldwin
October 6, 2008
Mick, we were the best of buddies when we were younger. We parted ways but still had time to talk to each other when we were at cars shows. You will be missed by me and a lot of other people.My heart goes out to your family. Some day we will all be drag racing in heaven. Thanks for everything.
Your friend.
Tuck
Tagnani
October 6, 2008
To the Coffee Family,
Our deepest sympathy, thoughts and prayers go out to your entire family at this time of loss. We will remember Mickey always as such a kind, generous and helpful man. He was always there for you when you needed him. God Bless you all and take care. Your friends at Tiger's Den... Frank and Vilma Tagnani and John, Susan and Diane and family...
Elvira Illiano
October 6, 2008
We are deeply sorry for your loss. Mickey was a great man and his memory will never be forgotten.
You are in our prayers. If you need anything, please let us know.
Illiano Family (Maria, Ray, Elvira, Raimondo, Maurizio)
A.
October 6, 2008
I am so sorry for your loss. We are going to miss him dearly and our thoughts and payers go out to you Mike and your family.
May God Bless You All.
Brian&deana howe
October 6, 2008
michael am very sorry about your dad. he was a great man and good friend. we are going to miss him at the car shows. we will keep you and the family in are prayers.
Ernie Schmid
October 6, 2008
The area has lost a Great Friend. He will be greatly missed. He always had a friendly smile and friendly words for everyone. At the local Car Cruises he was always a big hit with his cars. The kids especially enjoyed his toy trains on the back of his pick-up. His generosity was known to many. He was one of a kind, ....My condolences to his entire family
kristi warho
October 6, 2008
Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.
John and Kristy Mendygral
October 5, 2008
We are so sorry for your loss. We will keep you in our prayers!
jerry grady
October 5, 2008
May god be with you in this time of sarrow.
Tim Foster
October 5, 2008
Mikey I was sorry to hear about your father. My prayers go out to you and your family
Sherin Family
October 5, 2008
Coffee Family,
Sorry for your loss. Mickey was a great man and good friend. Always willing to help others and go out of his way for family and friends. He will be missed and in our hearts forever. May God be with you at this times and always.
Joe Kasper
October 5, 2008
Kind recollections of Mickey at the Hanson's Arcade. May the Perpetual Light shine upon him. Eternal rest grant unto him through the devine Mercy of God. May God bless and comfort those who mourn him. St. Pio of Pietrelcina pray for us.
larry reakes and reakes familys
October 5, 2008
mike and fam,'we are so sorry to hear of your loss .
carol and bud mieczkowski
October 5, 2008
mike and family , we are so saddened to hear of your dads passing ,may your heart be with all the good memorys ,forever and ever .he will be missed very much .
MICHELLE YOKAVONIS
October 5, 2008
I AM SO SORRY FOR THE LOSS OF YOUR DAD,BROTHER AND HUSBAND. MICKEY WAS A WONDERFUL MAN AND WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN. YOU ALL ARE IN MY PRAYERS.
Jennifer Stolarick
October 5, 2008
Dear Nicole and family,
I was so saddened to hear of your dad and husband's passing. Nicole, you have an inner strength unlike anyone I have ever met. Use it to remember all the wonderful times with your father and the love you shared as his 'baby.' I wish you all continued strength and love, and I am so very sorry for your loss.
Robert & Faith McGinley
October 5, 2008
Dear Adam: We are so sorry to hear about your loss. You and your family have our deepesT sympathies.
RANDY GYLE
October 5, 2008
I HAVE KNOWN MICKEY FOR OVER 15 YRS AND IF THERE IS ONE THING TO SAY HE WAS THE FRENDLIEST PERSON I KNEW HE CAME TO MY RESTRAUNTS MANY OF TIMES ALWAYS WITH A SMILE AND A JOKE.I SAW HIM MANY OF TIMES AT THE CAR SHOWS ALWAYS ENJOYING HIMSELF TALKING TO FRIENDS.I WAS HOPEING HE MADE IT THROUGH BUT IT WAS A LONG ROAD. I WAS SAD TO HEAR WHAT HAPPENED BUT IN CLOSEING I WOULD LIKE TO SAY HE WILL BE MISSED.TO HIS FAMILY MY HEART FILLED SYMPATHY.
Michelle Myers
October 5, 2008
We are so sorry for you loss... May god bless you all... This world has lost a wonderful person! He will be greatly missed by our family. "Mickey" was one of a kind, you will never find anyone like him...
We will keep your family in our prayers...
God Bless, Rich, Michelle, & Shawn Myers
T/A Rich's Hideaway..
Joseph Jaikes
October 5, 2008
“ Dear Mike,
I know that your Dad was very proud of you. I don’t know what brought a brighter smile to his face? You or when he would yell to me at the car show, Going to the Lake! His passing will be a real loss to all of us who had the honor of knowing him. He was a special man with a special love of life and to his Family .” Our deepest sympathy and prayers go out to the entire Coffee family and friends in there time of need . Condolences from the Jaikes Family to you and your Family. HE WAS " BEST IN CLASS."
Michael Cresho
October 5, 2008
We will surely miss you. The car shows will not be the same. God Bless you. To your Family, we are so sorry for your deep loss. Love, Mike, Lori, Cole & Mikayla.
Gary & Kathy Neary
October 5, 2008
Deepest sympathy to the whole family. I will always cherish the moments I spent with Mickey, who was a wonderful person. He became my best friend. I will miss him dearly.
Susan Nelson
October 5, 2008
Dear Kim
I am so sorry to hear about your Dad. He was a Very special and wonderful man, and will be missed by all those who were lucky enough to have known him.
William Summerhill
October 5, 2008
Dear Nicole,
I am so sorry to hear about the passing of your father. No matter how old we become, the loss of a parent is a profoundly touching experience. I pray that you will be strong and discover the comfort of friends and family through this sad moment. Learning of his death brought back many memories of those days we spent together in softball and in school. I hope you are well. Please know you have not been forgotten.
Lloyd/christina Rittenhouse
October 5, 2008
keep on crusin
malcolm Brunges
October 5, 2008
Our prayer go to Mike and your family.Im sorry to here about MikeI remember the old Purple people eater we go way back.
Sincerly Yours
MR.Mac Brunges
scott perkins
October 5, 2008
We are very sorry to hear of your loss, Scott James Perkins & Sons
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