Jeffrey Clay Coey Obituary

It is always difficult saying goodbye to someone we love and cherish. Family and friends must say goodbye to their beloved Jeffrey Clay Coey in Lansing, Michigan, born in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, who passed away at the age of 78, on July 24, 2025. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Clay E. Coey and Ethel M. Coey. He is survived by: his children, Clay E. Coey II and Cian E. Coey; his grandchildren, Cayli C. Coey and Lacy A. Coey; his great grandchild Josyli R. Laird; his sibling's children, Terry, Randy, Derek and Erin Mae; and his former wife Barbara R. Miller (Steve).

In lieu of flowers—which Jeff famously found impractical ("How am I gonna water them, Clay?")—donations may be made in his honor to: Tunnels to Towers Foundation.

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