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02/03/1948 - 10/13/2021
James (Jim) Frederick Coffelt was born on February 3, 1948, in Kansas City, Missouri, of parents Jesse and Joanna Coffelt. He earned a B.A. in Biology, and a master's in computer science, both from the University of Kansas (Lawrence). Professionally he was first a biologist, and later, a computer programmer. He met Jan in the Colorado Mountain Club, and though she didn't know her knots, he married her anyway.
He loved the outdoors, and was an avid skier, hiker, photographer, camper, and traveler. He was a loyal husband to Jan, father to Laura (Cody) Kieft, and grandfather to James. He was brother to Janet, John, Jerry, Judy, and Jay, and uncle to Kelsy. And finally, he was a brave warrior, valiantly fighting the heinous disease of Progressive Supranuclear Palsy with dignity and grace. The funeral will be held at Holy Shepherd Lutheran Church, Lakewood on October 21 at 2 PM.
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Dennis Marley
February 21, 2022
I met Jim at KU while studying computer science. We both had biology degrees so we had that in common.
I went skiing for the first time with Jim on spring break.
Several times when I went skiing with my family Jim came to meet me.
I am sad that he is gone. I hope your memories help you through. Prayers and sympathy from me.
Dennis
Mary T Raven
November 9, 2021
My Sincere condolences, Jan and Laura. He was a wonderful man and I enjoyed many years hiking and skiing with him. May the memories of the good times be a comfort to you.
Jerry and Vernelle
October 19, 2021
Many good memories of Jim camping and hiking for Jerry. Vernelle's first outing with Jim a spring Royals game soo.... cold. We were very blessed to be able to spend time with him during some of his last days. Our last memories will always be in our hearts. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
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