Vern worked 32 years for the United States Post Office before retiring. He wanted to stay busy after his retirement and would work another 10 years for Walgreens as a cashier. He was a volunteer at his church and was always willing to lend a helping hand to friends and neighbors. Vern always had a love for trains and enjoyed another pastime, napping.
Vern is survived by his children, Ann (Chris) Ettinger and Brian Coffey; grandchildren, Toni Jones, Alexander Ettinger, Megan (Eric Titus) Ettinger, Victoria (Corey) Cook, Miranda Coffey, Kaitlyn (Jordan) Coffey, and Alyson Coffey; great-grandchildren, Landon Cook, Layla Cook, and Leo Cook; sister, Evelyn Coffey, and several cousin, nieces, and nephews. Vern was preceded in death by his wife, Mary; parents, and brother, Ernie Coffey.
In accordance with Vern’s wishes, cremation has taken place and a private family memorial service will take place at a later date.
