Mr. Coin,

I am sadden to hear of the loss of your son Chris. I know he brought much joy to you and all who had the pleasure to meet him. I will keep you and your family in my prayers.  Esteban Armenta (UB 82)

To the Coin family - I am so sorry for your loss.  I was in the MBA program at U of I with Chris.  I remember him as a great guy, helpful, thoughtful, energetic, smart.  It was an honor to know him and work with him back at Illinois.  

Tim Reincke, MBA 1998

Nita and Irv,
We were informed of Christopher's passing by a family member and we  were both so sadden by the news. We fondley remember both your boys from our UB days at ASU and from what we are reading, they turned out to be quite remarkable young men that both of you could be proud of. Our deepest sympathies to both you and you will be in our prayers. May he rest in peace.

Angie Payan (UB 75)
Richard Galindo (UB 76)

I have been putting off doing this, as it means I have to say goodbye for a third time. You have been one of the greatest sources of joy in my life for over five years now. There wasn't a day that went by when we didn't talk in some way shape or form. It took quite a few trips, and much effort on both of our ends to get to place where we could be together... You said we were lucky because we got to fall in love with our best friend, and I truly believe you were right. We were lucky. I will never forget the laughs, the tears, and the happiness we brought to each other, even in the darkest of times. You are truly the love of my life, and my best friend. I miss you, and will always love you...

Irv, J, Bryan, and Shannon... I am so thankful for your family, as your influence truly had an impact on the man he was. Thank you for allowing me to be a part of your family. I love you all.

Irv and Family,
I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your son. From what I have read hear in this guest book, he was a truly remarkable person which doesn't surprise me knowing what a remarkable person you are yourself. His light and love will go on shining in the universe. May you find peace in the days to come.

Cheryl Ash

My heart is deeply saddened about your passing. You were a significant part of my life and I will always hold on to the 6 different smiles and grins and the two different laughs. I am sorry I wasn't able to say goodbye but I will wait patiently for the hummingbird! Rest in peace Chris I will always keep you in my heart. Thank you for the wonderful memories!!!

P.S.
Irv, Nita, Brian and Shannon
 My deepest condolensces for your loss. You are all in my prayers and thoughts.

Dear Mr. Coin,

I was sorry to hear about your son Christopher. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Michelle McNeal (UB 1987)

Please accept my condolences for your loss.  I went to U of I with Chris and remember him fondly.

Brian, Irv, Nita - I can still remember like it was yesterday coming over to your home and flipping the pages thru Chris' portfolio and body of work.  The pictures and artwork were amazing.  That was 20+ years ago!  He truly had talent and I will remember Chris' great smile.  May his spirit live in all of us...

You are all in my thoughts and prayers.  God Bless.  Ed

Dear Irv and family:

My deepest sympathies on the loss of your son. 

Peter Becskehazy
Upward Bound
Pima Community College East Campus

Dear Irv,
Being a parent now of 2 young boys, I can understand the depth of grief you must be experiencing.  Adrian just forwarded me the information, and immediately I could see you standing in your office at ASU, surrounded by pictures of your boys, and smiling madly when you spoke of them.  I wish there was something I could do to help.  You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.

Mr. Coin and Family,

Please accept our sincere condolences. The TRiO family at GateWay Community College will keep you in our thoughts and prayers.

"Death leaves a heartache no one can heal, love leaves a memory no one can steal."
From a headstone in Ireland

My dear friend Irv,
I was so sorry to hear of the loss of your beloved son. Please accept my sincerest and heartfelt condolence. May you find comfort knowing that he is in God's hands now.
Aloha,
Cornelia Anguay

Hi Irv,
My family and I join you and your family in mourning the loss of your beloved son.  While we are so far apart, our friendship keeps us connected in thoughts and spirit, as always.

With sympathy,
Yoichi

My condolescences go out to you and your family, Mr Coin.  I'm sorry to hear about your loss.

Irv, On behalf of the University of Guam TRIO/UB family to yours I'd like to extend our condolences on the loss of your son. Our prayers and thoughts are with you during this trying time. Take Care.

I am honored to have witnessed how proud Chris made his father. Chris, there was never a time where pride and love did not beam from Mr. Coin when he talked about you. I also know that pride and love for you will continue eternally because of the fine person you were. Please know Mr. Coin that my family and I are here should you or your family be in need.

Forever in my thoughts and prayers,
Rumaldo, Lydia (UB '90), Cathy, Frances (UB '98) and Jeneice (UB, '99) Perez

Mr. Coin and family on behalf of the AZ Chapter of WESTOP I would like to express our deep condolences at the passing of your son.  Please know that you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.

Irv, My deep condolences on your great loss. My thoughts are with you and your family at this sad time. 
-Sarah Morrell

MR. Coin and Family:In the love of God,may you find strength and peace, In the prayers of family and friends,may you find comfort and love God Bless.

Irv, I am deeply saddened by your loss.  Please know you and your family are in my heart.

Irv, 
my deepest condolences on your loss.  I am sorry for your pain, my prayers are with you and yours.

Irv, 
My deepest and sincerest condolences for your loss. You and your family are in my prayers.

Mr. Coin and Family,

I am very sorry for your loss. My prayers are with you and your family.
L. Mira

Chris was an amazing, kind, talented, and intelligent person.  We enjoyed working with him while he lived in Southern California and are all saddened by his death - so young... Condolences to his family and friends... he will surely be missed. Jo-Anne

Dear Irv, 
Words can't express the sadness I feel for you. I know your family means the world to you.  Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers during this time.

Nita and Irv and family, I just found out from Linda McClure Hadley on facebook, the service is going on right now and I can't attend because I am babysitting a granddaughter. My heart is saddened by this news. I will share the news with other Coolidge classmates who will share your grief. My our Lord Jesus comfort you in your sorrow.
Janis Roelofson Williams Mesa AZ

 Irvin Coin, May God bless and comfort you and your family during this very difficult period.  My prayers and thoughts are with you.

Hello Irv:
I am saddened by the loss of a loved one, your son.  May you cherish the memories, find peace in your heart and love.  He may have "gone hunting" but he will always be that sparkle in you.
Peace
VIola L. Gray, Chicago, Illinois

Dear Irv,
I am sorry to hear about your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. 

Yara Jimenez, CSULA Upward Bound

I am without words to being to express the sorrow I feel for the Coin family.  Chris was an exceptionaly young man, as you well know.  We are all left with a great loss, but his is a life so worth celebrating.  You can help but smile when you think of him.  My thoughts and prayers are with you all in this most difficult of times.   Jill Prusak and family

I will always remember Chris with his big smile and even larger heart.  He was such a giving person that could make anything better.  I met Chris while at the U of Illinois MBA program - but became closer after school.  He become the big brother we never had to my younger sister when they became roommates.  My deepest condolences go to his family.  You raised a wonderful son & brother.

Chris, We may not have grown up together, but as you being one of my older cousins, I will always remember our time at grandma and grandpa's house. You were an extremely intelligent guy who had an unbelieveable artistic gift!!  You will forever be loved and missed by your family and friends!

Irv Coin and Family:

We are so sorry to hear of the sudden loss of your beloved son Christopher.  We extend our sincere sympathy, thoughts and prayers to you, your family and friends. Be assured the WESTOP Board of Directors, Service Council, President's Council and members are surrounding you in love and support during this time of bereavement.

Ralph Topete, President
Western Association of Educational Opportunity Personnel (WESTOP)

I worked for a partner company when Chris was in Irvine. We worked for years across the country, on a daily basis. Not only was he a pleasure to work with, but was one of the best of the best in either of our organizations. You always did it right, Chris, so many could learn from your example. 
Our thoughts and prayers to his family.

Dear Irv,
I am so sorry for you loss, your family is the world to you and I cannot image the pain in your heart.  My prayers and thoughts are with you and your family!  Much love, Patricia

I lost touch with Chris for too many years, he was there for me through a very difficult time in my life and I will forever be thankful for that.  He was a very caring person with a wonderful smile, he was loved by everyone who knew him!  I am very sorry for your loss, he was taken too soon, he will not be forgotten.

My heart is filled with sadness and breaking right now.  Chris and I had been friends for many years. I feel honored and proud to have known him and will miss him deeply.  My heart goes out to Irvin, Nita, and Bryan. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

No bond is as great as that between a parent and child.  Our deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.

I knew Chris through the eyes of his father & he was a great man - son, brother, uncle, nephew and friend.  Mil abrazos para la familia Coin.  My heart goes out to you at this time and in the days ahead.  Find comfort knowing that his legacy will continue to live on through your memories and love.   Please accept my deepest sympathies.  On behalf of the Hernandez Family, Vero (UB ’93)

Chris was a such beautiful person and I'm so saddened by his passing.  I will forever remember his honest, sweet, and caring spirit and I will cherish the memories of his friendship.  My deepest condolences,
Nicole Signore Valentine (a friend from U of I MBA)

Dear Irv, please accept my deepest condolences on the loss of your son Chris.  It was a shock to hear of his passing.  Although I never met Chris, I know from our many conversations that you two had a wonderful relationship.  Mary and I will keep him and your entire family in our prayers in this difficult time.  Please let me know if I can be of assistance in any other way.

I worked with Chris for over 8 years in Orange County and found him to be intelligent, funny, honest, and kind.  His smile and spirit will be truly missed and my condolences to his family.  My prayers are with you.

Irv & Family,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss.  My most sincere condolences. I know the grief and sorrow you must be feeling because of my own recent loss of a brother.  My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Mr. Coin,
I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your son.  My condolences go out to you and your family.

To Mr. Coin family.  My heart goes out to you all in your time of bereavement.  Know that our God has you all resting in the palm of his hands.  We know not the hour or the time that our God will call us home, but we do know that our God is a gracious God and has purpose for all his servants.  Christopher is now in his care and rest easy in knowing that his memory shall live on in all your family members.  God's blessings.  

Wendy White , College Counselor (CSU Fresno ETS program/CenCal Chapter

I never had the pleasure meeting Chris but heard so much about him.  What I can say is how happy he made my friend/coworker Amy!  He will be deeply missed.

Irv, Please accept my heartfelt condolences for your loss.   My heart goes out to you and your family.  God be with you.

Irv and Family, Please accept our sincere condolences.  There are few words we can express, however please draw strength in knowing the TRiO family at Humboldt State University, in Northern California  will keep you in our prayers.

Mr Coin, I am deeply saddened by your loss. May the good Lord continue to bless you and your family and give you strength. Much love and respect.
Marcus.

Irv,
I am sorry to hear about the loss of your son.  I never had the opportunity to meet him, but when you spoke about your sons it was obvious they were your pride and joy.  My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

I remember Chris always having a smile on his face and a kind word to everyone. I went to Dobson with Him and Graduated a year after he did. I will always remember that wonderful smile and positive attitude he always had. My deepest sympathy to the family and know that he is now an Angel in heaven looking over you. God Bless the Coin Family.

Irvin, Nita and Bryan I am so sorry for your loss.  I could not believe it when I heard the news that Chris has passed on.  I have many fond memories of growing up across the street from you all.  Please know that you are in my thought and prayers.  Much Love, Marcy Marko Reuter

Chris, I remember your optimism, cheerful smile and zest for life. You were a rock to lean on and will be greatly missed. Rest in peace.

Nita, Irvin and Bryan. My deepest condolences to you and the rest of your family in such a difficult time.

Mr. Coin, I am so sorry for your loss. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. 

Jennifer (Pinnick) Arrieta UB class of '98

Chris WHAT great times we had at Smitty's!!! You are always dear to my heart. Thanks for the memories. Prayers and love to your family at this time.

Nita, Irv and Bryan, we were so sad to hear about Chris.  He was such a wonderful person and he will be greatly missed.  Jesse and Robin and all of our family join us in extending our deepest sympathy.  Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

My heart is filled with sadness for the Coin family and friends.  Chris was an AMAZING person and I feel proud to have known him!  we grew up together and worked together through high school and he got me through times at ASU.  A true dear friend that I will always miss!

I never got to meet Chris but I have heard so many wonderful things about him and what a great friend he has been to Amy. I'm sorry for your loss. My pryaers and thoughts are with you.

Although I've never met Chris in person, I have had the pleasure of talking with him through Amy.  All the exceptional things that I have heard about him and seeing how happy he made her shows he was truly one of a kind.  He will not be forgotten.

Nita,Irvin and Bryan, My family and I were all shocked to hear about Chris's passing, I will always remember his beautiful smile and the beautiful person he was.  My prayers are with you all and wanted you to know that we are thanking God for allowing us to have known Chris for the few short years that we did.  Thinking of all of you, Diane, Jose, Theresa and Johnny Fuerte.

Mr. Coin, I am so sorry to hear about your son's passing. At this most difficult time, I hope you and your family can find some comfort in the memories and good times you shared with Chris.

With my deepest condolences,
Jeniece Perez

Dear Irv, Nita, and Brian,

We were devastated to hear the news of Chris.  He was such a polite and kind young man.  Your entire family is in our prayers over your loss of Chris.  Please let us know what we can do to help your family.

Your smile will always light up our lives so I light this candle in your memory.

My life was truly blessed when I met Chris 8 years ago.  He and the Coin family are some of the most wonderful people that I've ever had the pleasure to know. I have so many great memories and photos of my time spent with him and his family and I'll cherish them forever.

I have been friends with Chris for the past 20 years. I was deeply saddened to hear of his passing. I hope his family can find comfort in knowing that they raised an amazing person and all of us that knew him were proud to call Chris a friend and loved him very much. I have many wonderful memories of Chris and the times we spent together. I will miss you!

I am a friend of Chris' from the Illinois MBA program. Wow, could his smile light up a room! I am so devastated that he will no longer get to share that smile with us...or his great sense of humor. My condolences to his family. He will be greatly missed.

So sorry to hear of The passing of Chris Coin. I went to Dobson with Chris, and I remember him always having a smile on his face.  My condolences to his family and friends.

I only knew you for a few short years, I feel fortunate to have known you. Chris, you were a very special person and I am deeply saddened by your loss.  My condolences go out to your family and friends.  We will all miss you!!  xoxo
**Please let me know where donations are being made** thank you
Jennifer Goldschmidt

Mr Coin, I am so saddened by your loss. My prayers are with you and your family.

Abel G. Perez (UB '87)

For many years you were one of my best friends, I'll never forget your unbelievably positive attitude and the virtues you lived your life by.  We just touched base after many years.  I always looked  up to you and respected you.  There is no like you; I'll miss you.

I as are all the Illinois MBAs who knew and loved Chris are deeply saddened to learn of his death.   I recruited Chris to the Illinois MBA program where he, I know, was loved by his classmates, the staff, and the faculty.  On their behalf we send condolences to a wonderfully warm and generous human being.  Paul J. Magelli, Visiting Professor, University of Illinois

A great guy and was sorry to hear about his passing.  My sympathy and respect to him and his family.  Sorry I cannot attend the services, but my thoughts and prayers are with you.

Chris always had the greatest smile, that is what I will remember most. I'm sorry for the loss of him on this earth. Much respect and sympathy. 
Christy Gilmour-Carmon and family

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Christopher Edward Coin

9 October, 1969 – 25 October, 2010

Green Acres Mortuary & Cemetery

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