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Phillip Coffey
In Memory of
Phillip Max
Coffey
1927 - 2017
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Condolence From: George Moody
Condolence: Dear Betsy and family,
My mother moved to Shepherdstown in the late 80s and lived her entire life in this town right next door to Phil and Betsy. She was able to spend her remaining days in her home largely due to Phil's support. I will never forget this great man, he will truly be missed!
Tuesday April 25, 2017
Condolence From: Linda Nevin Watts
Condolence: Dear Betsy and family,
It’s been 45 years since I first met you and ‘Mr. Coffey’ in Harrogate, England. This was my first overseas tour and I had been told it could be cold, damp and rainy as well as beautiful during the summer months. To ensure I was warm enough, I brought pants suits which were acceptable dress in the states. It was during this time that ‘Mr. Coffey’ took me aside telling me “the acceptable and preferred clothing for living in England is suits and dresses.” I explained that pants suits were the style at home and until my household goods arrived, I couldn’t change. When I told the girls in the office, they said “Good for you standing your ground. We are now going to start wearing pants suits too.” I know Mr. Coffey was not happy with me now that all Admin women became pants suit girls. That is just one small memory of my first year. Mr. Coffee was a great administrator, stern but always honest and a friend to everyone. It wasn’t long before we laughed when I called him a ‘leg man.’

I’m sure he will be missed by many. As a 14 year hospice volunteer many of my patient’s families have told me stories of their loved ones sending messages from the other side. Look for them. His wisdom and guidance may continue.
Sunday April 23, 2017
Condolence From: Charles (Chas) Raduazo
Condolence: Betsy - Matt,
My deepest sympathy at your loss. I am sorry I did not hear about Phil's passing in time to attend his service. Over the early years of my career, I was privileged to work for "Max" in several different capacities. As Bob noted, he was demanding and could be a little picky, but, the things he focused on were the important things. And yes, I was also one of the young Pers Officers that he told to get a haircut. However, my favorite Phil Coffey story occurred in 1975 when we were working in the Employment Office. We were going through an austerity period and someone from Finance suggested that one way to reduce the recruiting budget would be to eliminate our subscriptions to the magazines that we placed in our reception area for applicants to read while waiting for appointments. I think that it represented an annual saving to the Agency of less than $100 a year. Phil thought the idea ludicrous in view of the negligible saving. His response did not garner any friends in Finance but those of us that got to read it loved him for it. The short version was that he stated that it was a splendid idea and he would compensate by asking his employees to donate copies of their subscriptions from home. He had a list of magazines that he could replace (I was to donate my Sports Illustrateds but I objected to giving up my swimsuit issues) and he finished his diatribe by stating would get his son Matt to donate his Ranger Rick comics. It was a perfect example of Phil's no-nonsense approach to work yet retaining a sense of humour. I learned a lot from Phil and it served me well over the years. Again, you have my deepest sympathy.
Sunday April 23, 2017
Condolence From: Bob Faydash
Condolence: Phil Coffey was a giant in the M3 world both as a leader and mentor. As a longtime friend and human being he was unmatched. Controversial because he ran a tight ship, worked hard to achieve goals sometimes resisting bureaucratic resistance, he was revered by his young subordinates (including me). Phil sticking his head into a cubicle saying "get a haircut" turned out to be life memories. We've lost a great man.
Saturday April 22, 2017
Condolence From: Susi Lynch
Condolence: Phil was unfailingly reasonable and helpful in any and all

circumstances - his voice was commanding and resonant.

I feel fortunate to have had him as a neighbor and a member of

our community. His was a life well lived.
Friday April 21, 2017
Condolence From: Condolences
Condolence: My deepest heartfelt condolences to your family . Losing ones we love is by far the most heartbreaking thing in life to bear. Two scriptures I find comfort in about the promise for the near future are John 5:28, 29, which promises that "the hour is coming in which all those in the memorial tombs will.. come out", followed by the beautiful time that Revelation 21:4 describes: "And he will wipe out every tear from their eyes, and death will be no more, neither will mourning nor outcry nor pain be anymore." A beautiful time our loved ones who are "sleeping" in death (John 11:11-13) will come back to life & to us right here on an earth of restored peace & health in the near future (Psalms 37:11,29), & we'll never have to worry about losing them again (1 Corinthians 15:26). I hope you'll find comfort in looking forward to the fulfillment of those promises as I do, & knowing that your loved one is not suffering but is at rest until you can see them again, healthy & happy, once again very soon, for all eternity. For more good news go to JW.ORG
Wednesday April 19, 2017
Condolence From: Gwen Coffey Miller
Condolence: Aunt Betsy, Matthew, Laura, Paula, and family I want you to know that we are truly sorry for your loss and I will especially remember Uncle Phil as a very kind man with a smile on his face. We pray for strength, courage and comfort in the days ahead and I thank the Lord for blessing all of us for knowing and loving Uncle Phil and for all the memories we have to remember him by.

Love to you all,

Gwen & Bobby Miller, Blake & Christopher
Tuesday April 18, 2017
Condolence From: Cheryl J Skinner, WV Patriot Guard
Condolence: May the love of God surround you and your family during this difficult time,
May you come to know that the love of God is with you always,

May your memories of Phillip Coffey, give you peace, comfort and strength…

Rest now in the arms of our Lord your mission on earth is complete.
I thank you for your service to our Country and my Freedom. You will not be forgotten..
My thoughts
and prayers to the family of ….

US Navy Veteran, Phillip Coffey, is “A True American Hero” God Bless†

† Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends. John 15:13 †
Saturday April 15, 2017
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