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Marvin Paul Coffin Jr.
1943 - 2020
Marvin Paul Coffin Jr.
1943 - 2020
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Apache Junction, AZ - Marvin (Paul) Coffin Jr. died peacefully, surrounded by family on January 3, 2020 at Banner Baywood Medical Center in Mesa Arizona.
Paul was born in Des Moines, IA to Marvin (Paul) Coffin Sr. and Maxine Marie (Mickey) McElvogue on October 16, 1943. Paul lived in Des Moines most of his life before retiring to Arizona.
Paul attended Saydel High School in Des Moines, IA. Paul worked as a painter for the family business, he was a police officer, a truck driver and before retiring a maintenance worker. Paul also enjoyed racing stock cars where he was known as "Fonzie", fishing, hunting, taking family vacations and spending time with his family and friends.
Paul was preceded in death by his parents, his wife and lifelong love Sharon (Dove) Coffin and other beloved relatives.
Surviving family members include daughters, Michelle (Larry) Hodges and Missy (Mike) Mackey, sons Marvin Paul (Linda) Coffin III and Matthew (Debbie) Coffin, many grand and great grandchildren, brother Ron (Bunny) Coffin and sisters Kae Coffin and Debbie Judisch.
A celebration of life for Paul and Sharon will held at a later date.
Memorial contributions can be directed to Paws & Claws Care Center, 725 E. Baseline Rd., Apache Junction, AZ 85119 whom took in Paul and Sharon's 3 dogs and will find them loving new homes.
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Leilani king -Troup
January 24, 2020
Paul was a good hearted loved man, my mom and dad were very close friends, which we spent most of our times as a family.. love and miss you..
Deb Judisch
January 16, 2020
Brother...just thought of one of the many memories I have of you. I have spent my WHOLE life absolutely terrified of snakes, yet loved night crawler hunting. Remember when Annie had a big cornfield back behind her house? Well, you and I decided to go hunt night crawlers and of course you ASSURED me that NO snakes come out at night. Three rows in and guess what I found? I never stopped loving you a bit but the trust...well fell a little bit! I am laughing and crying as I dwell on you.
Wish I could give you one last hug.
Love,
Your little sister (and fav, I'm sure)
Deb Judisch
January 16, 2020
Brother, You will forever fill my heart. I feel some happiness in knowing that you are with all of the ones that your brother and sisters still miss terribly. Give them all a big hug for me...please.
Camilla and Jim Smith
January 15, 2020
I remember him to be very nice with a wonderful smile. He always seem to be there for everyone else and had much love for his family. I know he will be missed by many. He has now joined the love of his life in heaven. Deepest sympathies to all.
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Kat Simpson
January 15, 2020
My deepest condolences to my family. Uncle Paul was a great guy. He always knew how to make you laugh but most of all.... feel loved.
Rest In Peace Uncle. Thanks for the memories.
Love you.
Malissa Coffin
January 15, 2020
Love and miss you popie
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