We are so deeply saddened to learn of Don's passing.  I will always remember when he and Eula came to family reunions and added so much fun to the events.  My kids, now grown, have fond memories of him and how he brought fireworks and had such stories to tell. He was such a good storyteller.  Our deepest sympathies to Eula and family.  Don was an amazing man and lived life to the fullest.

To the Coffey family, I give my condolences to all of you.  Dr. Coffey was a delight to know and how I loved his stories; I will never forget the kind man I knew. 
     Peace be with you Dr. Coffey!

Dear Eula & Family:  

I extend my deepest sympathy to you. We lost a very dear friend and colleague. Don was an immensely bright and creative pioneer in research. Those of us who had the privilege of knowing Don are indebted to him for all he taught us and the unparalleled example he provided by his beautiful and unique life. Don showed us what courage, creativity, humanity, and true intellect means. Not only was he a brilliant scientist, inspirational teacher, and the consummate mentor, Don was also a kind, warm, and generous person with a twinkle in his eye, mischievous laugh, and boundless optimism. He embodied the pure joy of scientific discovery like none other.  Through his work and teaching, Don inspired leagues of scientists to better understand cancer and tackle it head on. Don advocated for human rights and was a champion for those who needed a voice. Perhaps above all, Don had the unique gift of seeing the very best in all of us, and inspiring us to do our utmost as researchers, physicians, teachers, and human beings, to make the world a better place. The world is clearly a better place because of Don; he was the very finest and will be dearly missed. 

Please know that my heart and prayers are with you. We all must now do our utmost to carry on his example and inspire others to do the same. Eula, you made an amazing team with Don and we thank you for sharing your lives with so many of us. 

With immense gratitude and love,
Linda and family

I am so sorry for your loss. May your many heartfelt prayers to God bring you strength and comfort. Please accept my sincere condolences.

To Eula and family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time of sorrow. Don was a special person and brought joy to all of those who knew him. Bob loved him dearly and held him in the highest regard. He will be missed.


Iris (and the late Robert) Knox and family

Privileged for the memories of a man who brought curiosity and humor into every room, and had a sense of rightness and humanity that made us all want more time with him.  Warmth and love esp to Eula and Carol.

The Ewing family grieves at the loss of a great friend.  We will forever fondly remember Dr. Coffey.

A delightful and powerful intellect has left us.  Those of us who were touched by this great and wonderful man are left to carry on his legacy of openness, thoughtfulness, joy in discovery and scientific rigor. He will be sorely missed.

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

To Eula and family:Our thoughts and prayers are with you. It was a real privilege to have had Don as a friend and colleague. He was indeed a good man and good friend,  and we were most fortunate to have known him for over 50 years. Cecil and Sallie Robinson .

To Eula and family.  We just learned of his passing. He was an incredible person, a priviledge to have known him. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Neil and Nancy Young

May God's loving kindness comfort you and help you through this very sad time
Psalms 29:11

 To the family of Donald Coffey I would like to express my condolence to you may the God of comfort bring comfort to you with his right arm extended to you Isa.41:10

OBITUARY

Donald S. Coffey Ph.D.

October 10, 1932 – November 9, 2017

Sterling-Ashton-Schwab-Witzke Funeral Home of Catonsville, Inc.

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