Andrew Coffey (died 2016)
| Andrew Coffey | |
|---|---|
| Born | 1931 Fort William, Ontario |
| Died | 2016-10-25 Thunder Bay, Ontario |
| Occupation | volunteer and board member |
| Partner | |
| Children | |
Andrew Coffey (died 25 October 2016, aged 85) was a Fort William-born community leader and volunteer in Thunder Bay who founded the local chapter of the Children's Wish Foundation.[1][2]
Life and family
Andrew Coffey was born in Fort William and remained a resident of the area throughout his life. He was a dedicated volunteer who served as chairman of the World Nordic Games and held board positions with the Northern Development Corporation, Via Rail, the Thunder Bay Harbor Commission, and the Thunder Bay International Airport Authority. He was also involved with Northern Hearts, The Fort William B.I.A., and the Law Society of Upper Canada. He was a key figure in establishing the Thunder Bay Walk of Fame and founded the local branch of the Children's Wish Foundation, for which he raised significant funds and received a lifetime achievement award. He was also honored with the Diamond Jubilee Medal.[1]
He enjoyed spending time with his relatives at a seasonal property on McKenzie Beach. He was survived by Roberta, his wife of nearly six decades, and his children Erin Coffey, Rob, and Carol. His family included his daughter-in-law Tamara and son-in-law Dave. He was also survived by his grandchildren Lauren, Hunter Hauswirth, Erik Hansen, Sienna, and McKenzie Coffey, as well as his brothers Robert and Harry Coffey and his sister Lillian. Other surviving family members included Betty, Bob, and several nieces and nephews.[1]
He died on October 25, 2016, at the T.B.R.H.S.C. in Thunder Bay. The family expressed gratitude to Chris Lai and Jack Remus for their medical care. A funeral mass was held at St. Patrick's Cathedral on October 29, 2016, followed by a reception at the Valhalla Inn. Arrangements were handled by Sargent and Son, with a private entombment planned for a later date.[1]
Newspaper record
- Obituary notice in The Chronicle-Journal, 2016-10-27.[2]
- Recorded as occurring 25 October 2016.
- Obituary notice in The Chronicle-Journal, 2016-10-28.[3]
- Recorded as occurring 25 October 2016.
- Photo notice in The Chronicle-Journal, 2008-09-21.[4]
- Index note: Fundraising golf tourney.
- News notice in The Chronicle-Journal, 2003-07-29.[5]
- Index note: Remembers Bob Hope.
- News notice in The Chronicle-Journal, 2006-12-28.[6]
- Index note: Remembers Gerald Ford.
Other records
The following was recorded under the title Andrew J. Coffey and is judged, from matching details, to refer to the same person.
Andrew J. Coffey is a resident of Thunder Bay.
Family
- Married Roberta Joan Coffey on 6 July 1957.[7]
References
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 1.3 Obituary for Andrew Coffey, The Chronicle-Journal (Thunder Bay), 2016-10-27, via Legacy.com. Archived copy on datum.locker.
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 The Chronicle-Journal, 27 October 2016, p. 1(B)
- ↑ The Chronicle-Journal, 28 October 2016, p. 10(B)
- ↑ The Chronicle-Journal, 21 September 2008, p. 3(B)
- ↑ The Chronicle-Journal, 29 July 2003, p. 1(A)
- ↑ The Chronicle-Journal, 28 December 2006, p. 1(A)
- ↑ Fort William Daily Times-Journal, 13 July 1957, p. 6