David Dilton Coffey

David Dilton Coffey obituary, Cynthiana, KY

David Dilton Coffey

David Coffey Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Ware Funeral Home - Cynthiana on Jul. 28, 2025.

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David Dilton Coffey, of Cynthiana, age 72 passed away Saturday, July 26, 2025 at Harrison Nursing and Rehab, formerly known as Grand Haven Nursing Home. He was born in Richmond, KY on June 2, 1953 to the late George Washington and Martha Tilton Coffey. Besides his parents he is preceded in death by three brothers, Wilbert Coffey, Johnnie Coffey, Monroe Coffey; and three sisters, Carol Wright, Hellen Slade, and Lou Grayson.
David enjoyed working and painting on cars.
He is survived by his wife, Carolyn Pulliam Coffey; his son, Thomas Coffey; two brothers, Bob Coffey, and Mike Coffey.
A graveside service will be held Thursday, July 31, 2025 at 11:00 A.M. at Battle Grove Cemetery. Bro. Michael Cannon will lead the service. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the American Association for Cancer Research, 615 Chestnut St., 17th Floor, Philadelphia, PA 19106. View and sign the guest book www.warefuneralhome.com.

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Ware Funeral Home - Cynthiana

910 US Highway 27 North P.O.Box 610, Cynthiana, KY 41031

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