Myrna Beth Coffman

Myrna was one of four children and grew up with a strong work ethic and an independent spirit. After graduating from high school, she began her working career in the banking industry, beginning a professional life that would span many years and take her to many places.

In the early 1960s, Myrna moved to Plainview, Texas, where she married Jack Dickey. Together they welcomed their daughter, Shannon Dickey, who would remain one of the most important parts of Myrna’s life.

In 1970, Myrna moved to Lubbock, Texas, where she worked as a financial officer for Highland Hospital. Her intelligence, dedication, and commitment to her work were qualities she carried throughout her career.

In 1980, Myrna married Jack Coffman. Together, they built a life filled with friendship, travel, work, and adventure. After Jack’s retirement, Myrna continued working as a contractor for CHS. Her work took her and Jack to many different places across the United States, giving them the opportunity to see the country and experience life together.

Myrna and Jack shared a great love of travel. They traveled throughout the United States with friends and as members of the Texas Plains Airstream Club. Myrna was a longtime member and officer of the club, where she formed friendships that became a cherished part of her life. After Jack’s passing in 2009, Myrna continued traveling with the Airstream group, carrying on the friendships and adventures that had brought so much happiness to them both.

Myrna was also active in her community and enjoyed being part of organizations that reflected her interests and values. She was a member of the Lubbock Women’s Club and the Daughters of the American Revolution, where she enjoyed the fellowship, history, and friendships that came with those memberships.

In 2012, Myrna purchased her own little piece of paradise in Pendaries, New Mexico. It became a special place where she spent her summers with her beloved little dog, Josie, and her cats. Pendaries gave Myrna a place to relax, enjoy nature, spend time with her animals, and savor the simple pleasures of life.

Myrna will be remembered for her independent spirit, strong work ethic, adventurous heart, love of travel, and devotion to her family and friends. She lived a full and interesting life, creating countless memories and friendships along the way.

Myrna is survived by her daughter, Shannon Dickey, and Shannon’s partner, Colleen Williams; her brother, George Richardson; her stepdaughter, Jackie Myers, and her husband, Gary Meyers; her daughter-in-law, Rhonda Coffman; and many nieces and nephews, grandchildren, and great grandchildren who will carry her memory forward.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Jack Coffman; her parents, Willard and Dama Richardson; her sisters, Nancy McDuff and Priscilla Marsh; and her stepsons, Weldon Coffman and Scott Coffman.

Myrna’s final days were spent in Lubbock with Shannon and Colleen by her side. Though her passing leaves a deep sadness for those who loved her, her life leaves behind a beautiful collection of memories—of family, friendship, travel, adventure, and the special places she called home.

From the roads she traveled to the friendships she made, from her summers in Pendaries to the love she shared with her family and her beloved animals, Myrna lived life in her own way.

She will be deeply missed, lovingly remembered, and forever cherished by all who had the privilege of knowing her.

Services Visitation Thursday, August 13, 2026 6:00–8:00 p.m. Lake Ridge Chapel and Memorial Designers Lubbock, Texas Funeral Service Friday, August 14, 2026 10:00 a.m. Lake Ridge Chapel and Memorial Designers Lubbock, Texas A graveside service will follow at Crosbyton Cemetery in Crosbyton, Texas.

In lieu of flowers, the family kindly asks that donations be made in Myrna’s name to ARCC (Animal Rescue of Crosby County), The Haven in Lubbock, Texas, or any of the many local animal rescues throughout West Texas. Myrna had a deep love for animals and was passionate about supporting their care and well-being.

She also generously supported Alzheimer’s research, and donations to an Alzheimer’s research organization in her memory would be a meaningful way to honor her legacy.