We were so very sad to receive news of Alan's passing. Once upon a time, in the borderlands region of southern Arizona, Alan literally rescued me (Liudyte, aka Molly) from a most unfortunate situation. Henceforth, our little adventurers group dubbed him St. Michael the Archangel.  We were fortunate to have had many visits over the last 13+ years, with rendezvous-reunions across AZ, from Gilbert to Three Points to Holbrook, and many amazing email conversations in between. Dale and I attended Alan's graduation from Charis College, and Alan was absolutely radiant that night.  Little did we know that the last time we'd see him would be at Shawn's funeral. We should have anticipated that such a man of God would be called home too soon. We are so blessed to have known such a servant of the Lord, not to mention kind, good-hearted, decent, intelligent man. Oh and with the  the best sense of humor also! Our hearts are broken. Our deepest condolences to Gail, Alex, and the entire family and extended family.  Dearest St. Michael, rest in peace.

Dad adopted my sister Shea and me late in life. I had always assumed that adoption was kind of automatic, anytime a man married a woman with kids. 
My adoption story occurred 27 years ago. I was in the Army and had just returned from invading a small country in Central America when dad said he needed to take care of some minor infraction, or something to that effect at the courthouse the next day, and afterward, we would go and celebrate my return. While sitting in the courtroom, listening to speeders and petty criminals plead their cases, we all were eventually called up and I was thinking; “what did I do?” The judge eventually explained what the occasion was for and that was how I learned I was being adopted at age 28. Patterned after a military no notice deployment (you don’t know why, or where you are going, you just go). That is the way dad did things; shock and awe. 
There was no legal or compelling reason for Dad to adopt my sister and me. He did it, just because. He wanted us to know that we were his. 
It was not uncommon in my military career to come across soldiers who served under or alongside dad. In every instance they would heap praises on dad and that he was the best officer they had the pleasure of serving with. His reputation and impact amongst the community of intelligence soldiers went on long after he retired, and I must admit, I liked the benefit of having the last name Coffey.
Since I can remember, dad was always searching for the truth. He was drawn to the things of God and knew that there was something more beyond this life. That search took the family on some interesting journeys, but always for truth, always for the benefit of the family. Out of that search and desire to know God, came a lasting legacy. It was dad’s devotion to, and love for His Redeemer, Jesus Christ, that ultimately led me to my own personal faith and trust in Jesus Christ. 

I have fond memories of serving with LTC Alan Coffey; he was one of the finest officers that I’ve ever encountered - ethical, highly professional, and a great guy - I’m saddened at his passing and will remember him in my prayers.

John Glover
MAJ, USA, RET

Alan was such a fun guy.  Tennis & I enjoyed his sense of humor.  He made us laugh and we loved to make him laugh.  We look forward to seeing him again.  But now I'm sure everyone that meets him in heaven is smiling and enjoying his sense of humor there!!  He will be missed on the earth!

Alan was one of the best men that I have ever known.    We rode to school together  (Charis Bible College) for a year.  I got to know him as a friend.   We shared a lot of our lives with each other and had a lot in common.  We spent time talking about  life, politics  and  watching videos from the Truth Project.   He was a true man of God that loved Jesus.   I'm happy for Alan  who is forever young and sad for me because there is more to talk about and there is no cell service in heaven.   I know he will be there when I go to heaven some day and then we can continue our talks. 

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Alan Eugene Coffey

19 marzo, 1942 – 3 agosto, 2019

Shadow Mountain Mortuary

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