Douglas Warren Coffey, age 82, went to be with Jesus on June, 9th, 2019. He left a legacy of love behind. Married to Carolyn Sue for 58 years, raised 4 boys and was blessed with six grandchildren. Douglas was born and raised in Milford, Michigan. He moved to Sarasota, Florida in his 20s where he met the love of his life Carolyn Sue. After Douglas and Carolyn Sue married they bought a farm in Myakka City where they raised cattle and enjoyed evenings by the fire. Doug also worked in the air conditioning trade throughout his life and passed on his wisdom and work ethic to his 4 boys. He enjoyed spending his vacations in the Great Smoky Mountains each year with his family for the past 49 years. There will be a service to celebrate Doug’s life on Saturday, June 15th at 12pm with a visitation 1 hour prior. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to Great Smoky Mountains Association P.O. Box 130, Gatlinburg, TN 37738.
Survived by sons Douglas Jr., Robert, Victor “Bruce”, Brian Coffey; daughter in-law, Wendy Coffey; grandchildren, Kylie, Ashleigh, Jared, Tyler, Lilyana, and Zakary Coffey; Brother, Raymond (Sylvia) Coffey; Sister, Mona Jean Greer