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William Coffey Obituary
He was born on June 20, 1928 in Highland Falls, New York to the late James and Elizabeth Stamm Coffey.
He served in the United States Army during the Korean War. He was married to Rita M. Curran Coffey. They shared a wonderful, loving marriage for fifty-one years.
William worked at West Point for 40 years as an exterminator and volunteered for the Highland Falls Fire Department.
Survivors include his wife, Rita, at home; daughter, Darlene and her husband Ed Koffer of Fort Montgomery, New York; son, Bill and his wife Susan of Fort Montgomery, New York; three grandchildren: Nicole, Billy and Katie; and brother, Donald and his wife Helen Coffey of Bloomingdale, New Jersey.
He was predeceased by parents, James and Elizabeth Coffey; brother, Jimmy; sister, Elizabeth, and brother, Joseph. He was a kind and loving man to all that knew him.
Friends may call on today, Friday, June 29, 2007 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. at William F. Hogan Funeral Home, 135 Main Street, Highland Falls, New York.
A Funeral Mass will be held on Saturday, June 30, 2007 at 10:00 a.m. at Sacred Heart Church, 353 Main Street, Highland Falls, New York, with the Rev. Jack Arlotta officiating. Cremation will take place at Cedar Hill Crematory, Middle Hope, New York.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Sacred Heart Church, 353 Main Street, Highland Falls, New York 10928.
Funeral arrangements were made by William F. Hogan Funeral Home, Highland Falls, New York.
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Memories and Condolences
for William Coffey
Kathy Sinclair
July 8, 2007
Dear Rita, Darlene, Bill and Family,
May you all find strength through this path in your life. We are so sorry for loss, may you find peace with all the memories of Pop, I am sure he is watching and guiding you all, God Bless you all!
Love,
Kathy, Scott, Matthew and Allison
Brian Audie
July 3, 2007
Dear Bill, Susan and family,
We are so sorry for your loss. Although he had been ill for some time and you know that this is best for him, it still leaves an emptiness within you. Try to remember the good times and the fun times. As long as you remember those, he will always be with you.
Love,
Brian,Sally,Christopher,Brandon
Lorraine Audie
July 3, 2007
Dear Rita, Darlene, Bill and family:
God saw how much pop was suffering, so he took him home where he is now free from pain, able to walk, run, and enjoy the merits of excellent health. He is now your guardian angel and smiling upon you all. He will remain in your hearts, and the hearts of those who knew him...and will be dearly missed by all.
Love - Lorraine and John Audie
Mark, Shelly, Rebekah and Hannah Kellis
July 2, 2007
Dear Rita, Bill, Darlene and family,
We grieve with you during this very sad time. We hope in the coming days, weeks and months ahead that you find peace more and more and hold on to all that is good. Pop was a good man, always happy and so giving. We love you!
Kevin, Heidi & the boys Audie
July 2, 2007
May God's love care for you all in this time of great sadness. Our thoughts, prayers and hearts go out to Rita, Darlene, Bill & Sue and Nicole, Billy and Katy. We love you.
Helen, Roy and Bill Favre
July 2, 2007
Dear Rita, Darlene and Bill
Our sincerest sympathy to you all.
He will be genuinely missed by all who knew him. Have faith, God will see you thru
Jackie McGurk
July 2, 2007
Dearest Darlene
I'm so very sorry to heard of your Dad's death. May the memories of all you shared together sustain you throughout this very difficult time.
Karen (Mamalis) Biggiani
July 1, 2007
Dear Rita, Darlene, Bill and Families,
I am so sorry of Bill's passing. I will always remember his gentle eyes and sweet smile. God bless you all xo With love, Karen
Bill Petersen
June 30, 2007
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
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