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Donsie R. Coffin
1944 - 2012
Donsie R. Coffin
1944 - 2012
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BORN
1944
DIED
2012
Donsie Coffin Obituary
Sydney
It is with broken hearts that we announce the sudden passing of Donald Raymond Coffin, 67 of Sydney on November 29th 2012 in Halifax, surrounded by his family. Born in Sydney he was the son on of the late J. Raymond and Mary Coffin.
Donsie was a kind hearted, quiet family man, with a great sense of humour. He was the happiest when spending time with his children and was extremely proud of their various accomplishments. His grandchildren were his pride and joy. Donsie worked many years for Canada Post as a letter carrier before his retirement; he was well liked by the people he met on the various walks in the Sydney area. A gifted do it yourself person he was always available to assist family, close friends and neighbors with any of their household projects. Donsie was also an avid outdoorsman, who spent many years travelling the backwoods of Cape Breton with his friends on his ATV and with the Canada Trail Committee in preparing the Canada trial in Cape Breton Center.
Donsie was an incredible people person and was loved by everyone that met him. He will be missed by so many.
He is survived by his partner of 30 years, Sue MacDougall; daughter, Michelle; son, Bradley (Kristal); grandchildren, Daryl Michelle and Andy Coffin; sisters Mildred (Frank) Nugent, Donna (Trevor) Everill; brother, Jack (Carmel), Bill (Carmel), Bob (Cheryl); former wife and the mother of his children, Mary Coffin and numerous nieces and nephews.
Donsie was predeceased by sister, Elaine and brother, Carmen.
As per his wishes cremation has taken place. Visitation will be held 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Tuesday, December 4th at T. W. Curry Parkview Chapel. A funeral mass will be held 11 a.m. on Wednesday, December 4th at St. Anthony Daniel Church. Donations in Donsie's memory may be made to the Cape Breton Regional Palliative Care Unit or a charity of choice.
Online condolences may be made by visiting www.twcurry.com
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11 Entries
Glen Bates
December 5, 2012
Michelle and Brad, very sorry to hear about your father. Michelle, I always remember St. Anthony Daniel school skating, where your father would lead a train towing all of us kids around at the old Sydney forum. He was a fun guy.
Tanya Mombourquette
December 5, 2012
Michelle, Brad and Mary, please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time. We are truly sorry for your loss. Take care. Tanya, Darren and Abby
December 5, 2012
So sorry to hear of your loss. I have many fond memories from our younger years in Sydney.Sincerly, Dave Porter
December 5, 2012
Carmel and Billy Coffin and family and Coffin family, |Very shocked to hear of the passing of Donsie. What I remember most about him is that he was always smiling no matter when you met him. He will be missed. Caroline Matheson, Merrickville , On. Minnie, Hughena and Donnie Matheson send along their condolences to the families.
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December 5, 2012
Donna, sorry for the loss of your brother, Donsie. My prayers and thoughts are with you. Take care. Marie
December 5, 2012
Sorry for your loss Sue, I know what you are going through. Take care and try to be strong. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Marie Chiasson
December 5, 2012
So sorry for your loss Sue, I know what you are going through. Be strong. Thoughts and prayers are with you. Take care. Marie Chiasson
Jill Macdonald
December 4, 2012
To Michelle, Mary and Brad: I am so sorry for your loss. Jill and Keith
December 4, 2012
Dear Donna and family...sorry to hear of your brother's passing...in deepest sympathy...Ann Marie and Sandy McNabb
December 4, 2012
To: Michelle and family,
Our sincere sympathies to you on the death of your dad. We are sorry for your loss.
Judy and Rollie MacInnis and family
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