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David Coffin Obituary
David E. Coffin, 52 years, of Center Valley, died May 18, 2005 in Bethlehem. Born in Catasauqua, he was the son of the late Lincoln L. Coffin Sr. and Dorothy E. (Fisher) Coffin. David and his wife, Linda (Heiney) Coffin, would have been married 29 years on November 20, 2005. He worked as a fork lift operator for Kraft Foods for 32 years. David enjoyed playing and coaching many sports in the local area. As a player/manager, he guided Kraft Foods to four Northwest league championships. He was also very successful as a coach for the Little Brown Jug and Catty Corner in the Catasauqua Flag league. He bowled for several years in the Salem Church league at Hampton Lanes, Northampton. Daves favorite passion however, was for golf. He spent many days throughout his life on many of the local golf courses. He enjoyed traveling to other states as well as on special golf outings with many of his friends. He was also a member of Blue Ridge Country Club. Survivors: Surviving with his loving wife are brothers, Lincoln Coffin Jr. of Bethlehem and Donald Coffin of North Catasauqua. Services: will be held at 10 a.m. Monday in the John H. Brubaker Funeral Home, 234 Walnut Street, Catasauqua. Call 7-8:30 p.m. Sunday and 9-10 a.m. Monday in the funeral home. Contributions: Memorial contributions to the VNA Hospice at St. Lukes, 709 Delaware Avenue, Bethlehem, 18015 or Melanoma Research Foundation, 24 Old Georgetown Road, Princeton, N.J. 08540.
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for David Coffin
Linda Hoffman
May 31, 2005
Dear Linda,
Even though we never met I feel like I know you. I had the pleasure of knowing your husband through all the years we worked together at Kraft. He talked about you in such a wonderful way. The way all wives and women want to be talked about. We will all miss him and I hope and pray that God will give you the comfort and strenght that will help you through these difficult times. Dave truly was a caring and compassionate soul. Please take care of yourself and know that my deepest sympathy is with you today and always. Sincerely, Linda Hoffman
John Szilezy
May 29, 2005
Heartfelt sympathy,John Szilezy
george hargreaves
May 26, 2005
Dear Linda,
Words could never express the sorrow you are going through now.But try not to fear.Dave would want you to have peace,comfort,and strength through this time which would only from God.Keeping you in my prayers.
Diana Billig
May 25, 2005
Dear Linda,
So sorry I missed the funeral but I didnt find out until tuesday from Gene. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. If there is anything I can do, please let me know. Dave was a wonderful man and will be missed by everyone who had the pleasure of knowing him.
With love, Diana and Morgan
Matt Slifer
May 24, 2005
I'm very sorry that I was away and did not get to attend Dave's service. I think about Dave every time I walk into the gym. Dave, you'll be missed. Your Knot-head buddy, Matt Slifer
Joseph Fittos Jr.
May 23, 2005
Dear Linda,
I'm very sorry for your loss. I worked with Dave and left Kraft in 1996. Dave was always a great and faithful friend. I never missed Kraft but I did miss friends like Dave. You and yor family are in my prayers.
Carolyn Constantine
May 23, 2005
Dear Linda ~
May you find comfort knowing that David is at peace. I always remember him smiling at the shows and being so supportive of your career and the horses. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Carolyn
Chrissy Szukics-johnson
May 23, 2005
Dear Linda & Family,
Our Deepest sympathy during this time. Dave is a wonderful, understanding, caring person that let his dry sense of humor touch those around him. May God Bless you with his spirit and may the memories you shared comfort you.
Dave & Mona Woodring
May 22, 2005
Dear Linda,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this most difficult time. I will always remember the good times Dave and I had golfing together. We go back to our high school wrestling days. Dave was always a gentleman and always upbeat, had a smile and nothing bad to say about anyone. The old saying that only the good die young is so true, Dave was such a good person. He will be missed. Dave & Mona Woodring
Barry Kramer
May 21, 2005
Linda, I,m so sorry for your lost. I talked to Dave often at work. We never lost our close and wonderful friendship. He was the gorilla and I was the big hitter. So many times Dave helped me moving and you know, he was always ready to help. I know in my heart he is now at peace and playing golf everyday with guys like Payne Stewart, Ben Hogan, and the rest of the golf family in heaven. Everyday is wonderful and you always have a great round. I'll always miss him and remember his smile and his wit. I,m so glad Dave came into my life.
Art Acker
May 20, 2005
To Dave's family:
My thoughts and prayers are with
you. I was a school buddy of Dave's
from kindergarten through high school. I was fortunate enough to
get to see Dave several times after
graduation when I played softball
in the Northwest league. Dave was
a great guy and will be missed by
all who knew him.
crystal coffin-john
May 20, 2005
Linda
My prayers go out to you in the lose of David, even though I have't
seen you for awhile I think about you, he Is your shinning star when you look up in the sky,Take one day at a time.
crystal, skyler and debbie
Bill and Sharon Antrim (formerlly Burian)
May 20, 2005
We are deeply saddened by the loss of David. During this most difficult time, may you be surrounded by angels giving you strength in knowing David is with our Lord. God Bless You and Your Family.
Lynn McCausland
May 20, 2005
Linda,
I love you very much. Never let the memories fade away. Remember one day at a time. I will always be there for you if you ever need a friend. Love Lynn
Troy Walker
May 20, 2005
Thoughts and prayers go out to family and close friends.Remember through these hard times "HE" will never burden you with more than you can handle.
T.
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