Joseph Coffman, Sr.
December 27, 1943 - June 13, 2023
Joseph Coffman, Sr. passed away on Wednesday, June 13, 2023 at St. Mary Medical Center. He was 79. Born in Bristol Borough, son of the late John and Rose Dolan Coffman, he was a lifelong Borough resident. Mr. Coffman was employed for many years as a truck driver for Lucisano Brothers in Tullytown and also as a State Constable. He served as a Bristol Borough Councilman for 26 years, where he was instrumental in starting numerous improvement and beautification projects around town. Joe was also very active with Bristol Borough Little League and a Life Member of Goodwill Hose Co. No. 3.
He is survived by his wife of 55 years, Kathryn Knight Coffman, his children, Lori Coffman, Joseph Coffman, Jr. (Catherine) and Vanessa Boggi (Steve), his grandchildren, Jared, Jacob and Aidan Coffman and Myranda, Stephen, and Emma Boggi, his 2 great-grandchildren, Ryn and Piper and his dog, Gracie. He is also survived by two brothers, Eugene Coffman and Leo Coffman and a sister, Danette Dinan along with many nieces and nephews. Mr. Coffman was predeceased by his brothers, James, William, Daniel and Frank Coffman and his sisters, Sandy Coffman, Shirley Kasperitis and Rose Tosti.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend his Funeral Service on Wednesday, June 21, 2023, 11:00am at the Wade Funeral Home, 1002 Radcliffe Street, Bristol Borough. Interment, private. Friends may call Tuesday evening 7-9:00pm and Wednesday morning 10-11:00am at the Funeral Home.
Service Details
Viewing Hours
Tuesday, June 20, 2023
7:00PM-9:00PM
Wade Funeral Home
1002 Radcliffe St, Bristol, PA 19007
Viewing Hours
Wednesday, June 21, 2023
10:00AM-11:00AM
Wade Funeral Home
1002 Radcliffe St, Bristol, PA 19007
Funeral Service
Wednesday, June 21, 2023
11:00AM
Wade Funeral Home
1002 Radcliffe St, Bristol, PA 19007
In Memory of
Joseph Coffman, Sr.
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Jackie DeBlassio shared a condolence
My heart n prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time… Joe will always be a special man to me, loved him like one of my own. It’sa big loss for our hometown that he help build…
Sending love n prayers today and always
Nick Millevoi shared a condolence
My condolences to the Coffman family . Fond memories of the days when Joe would come to my shop , drop off parts and yell at me for never ordering something that wasn’t heavy. He loved breaking my chops and I loved every second of it . A real genuine man with integrity and heart .
Barbarajean Dewsnap shared a photo and condolence
my deepest sympathies and condolences to all who are left to greive such a loss.joe made friends and family feel loved welcomed his brutal honestly hit ya but u were grateful for the insight.joe I hope u are looking down at us all and seeing what a void we all hve in our hearts missing u terribly please say hi to my mom for us mr wawa lol rest easy you deserve it
Barbarajean Dewsnap shared a condolence
My deepest heartfelt sympathies go out to his loving family also to our bristol community he was one of a kind say it like it is get the job done my family will always cherish the laughs the love the support he gve us as neighbors friends extended family his heart was as big as his smile rest easy joe ❤️ 💙 your in good hands wth the lord almighty now .say hello to mom for us im betting you both got them cigs lit up yelling about the parking dwn here xoxo
Catherine McCalister shared a condolence
My sincere condolences to the Coffman family on their loss.
Barbara McCoy-Wessels shared a condolence
I am sorry to learn of Joe's passing. Joe was my Councilman, North Ward, but not just the North Ward but all of Bristol Boro. He really loved Bristol. Back in 70's I had a friend who lived in the Borough but not in our ward. She had a house fire and Joe heard about it , went over to see about my friend and her family. And what he could do for them. My friend was so greatful to Joe especially when her own Councilman didn't care . Joe was that kind of guy.
I offer my sincerest sympathy to Kathy, his wife, and to his family and to all who are grieving this loss.
Daniela Barone Soares
The Coffmans are my family. I will miss Joe “my American dad” terribly. My heart, soul and prayers are with mum, Lori, Joe, Ness and everyone whose life was touched by him. Much love. Dani
Connie Stosius shared a condolence
We are so sorry for your loss. Uncle Joe was a great man. You guys are in my prayers
Debbie Lebo shared a condolence
I am so terribly sorry for your loss. Joe was such a good man and a very good friend throughout the years, he will be missed tremendously. Please accept my sincere condolences.