William Coffman's obituary , Passed away on March 24, 2026 in Defiance, Ohio

William Coffman

February 8, 1929 - March 24, 2026 (97 years old)

Defiance, Ohio

William Coffman's obituary , Passed away on March 24, 2026 in Defiance, Ohio

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Schaffer Funeral Home Inc

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William Coffman

February 8, 1929 - March 24, 2026 (97 years old)

Defiance, Ohio

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William Coffman Obituary

With solemn reverence, we commemorate William Coffman of Defiance, Ohio, whose life came to an end on March 24, 2026 at the age of 97, leaving behind cherished memories. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of William Coffman to show support.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Melvin Coffman and Ruth Coffman; his wife Kay Louise Wasnich; his daughter Peggy; his siblings, Rodger Coffman, Betty Brown and Florence Proxmire; and his daughter-in-law Maria Coffman.

He is survived by: his children, David Coffman, Larry Coffman (Gloria), Greg Coffman (Juli), Ann Melick (Lyle) and Gina Coffman; his siblings, Jean Barnes, Ruth Ann Lucas and Walter Coffman (Jeanne); and his girlfriend Linda Hiner. He is also survived by eight grandchildren and many great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren.

Memorials are suggested to St. Paul's United Methodist Church.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Schaffer Funeral Home Inc



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Sun

Mar 29

Visitation

Schaffer Funeral Home
529 Jefferson Ave, Defiance, OH 43512

Mon

Mar 30

Funeral service

St. Paul's United Methodist Church
400 Wayne Ave, Defiance, OH 43512

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