David Coffey
Suddenly as the result of an accident, on Saturday October 17th, 2015. David Coffey, in his 53rd year, beloved husband of Ida (Morelli). Loving father of Justin and Alexandra. Dear son of Ann and the late Ron Coffey. Survived by his brothers and sisters Ken (Diana), Peggy (Robert) King, Rory (Susan) and the late Mary and Ed Jaques. Dear son-in-law of Tony and Maria Morelli and brother-in-law of the late Sandra Morelli. Sadly missed by his many nieces and nephews.
The family will receive friends at Rod Abrams Funeral Home, 1666 Tottenham Road, Tottenham, 905-936-3477 on Thursday October 29th, 2015 from 2-4 and 7-9 pm. Mass of Christian Burial will be held, 11:00 am Friday October 30th, 2015, in St. James Church, Colgan. Donations in David’s memory to the Multiple Sclerosis Society, Simcoe County Chapter, 80 Bradford Street, Suite 133, Barrie ON, L4N 6S7, would be appreciated by the family.
www.RodAbramsFuneralHome.com
Thomas, Luca and Angie says
Ida, where do I begin, First, our deepest condolences , We’ve been friends for quite awhile with our kids becoming amazing friends as we did. We are all in disbelief, and can’t even imagine what you are feeling. I will always be there for you , Ally Cat and Justin. Dave will never be forgotten in so many hearts including ours. Ally Cat… my dear , my home will continue to be open, and my arms open for hugs and Luca will always be there as always…Justin, I know this is hard for you, but I know you will make it through and be your sisters shoulder, and will be there for both your mom and your sister. You have each other, as they will be there for you… You have grown so much and now the man of the house. I love you all. Ida we have always been there for each other, your the sister I never had… So just know you have us to get you through it all… Lots of Love , Angie, Luca and Thomas…
Guiseppa Colatosti says
I am so very sorry for your loss. My deepest condolences to you and your family.
Basil Fernandes says
Dear Ida,Justin and Alexandra please accept my deepest condolences.I am saddened and shocked to hear this news.I met Dave when we were 15 years old and I have many great memories of the times we spent together.He was a wonderful person .One would do well to be half the man that Dave was.I am so sorry for your loss.Take care of yourselves.My thoughts are with you.
Sincerely ,Basil
Lisa Beare says
We are so very sorry for your loss. We will definitely miss seeing Dave around the baseball diamond. Keeping you in our thoughts and prayers.
Lisa, Tyson & Peyton Beare
Deborah Bugeja says
Ida and family, I knew Dave through work at Toromont Cat. He was a great spirit and will be fondly remembered. Sending you and your family my prayers at this difficult time.
Deborah
Hurricane Mike Thompson says
Dave you will be sadly missed. You added a great deal of joy to the Friday Night Legion jams because you always played with zeal and passion. Too bad I never knew you had a love of aircraft. I do too. Up there you are free. Now my heart is heavy because you left us. Yet my heart is smiling and joyful because we pickers had you among us. You’re in our memories. Soar on upward,. Safe home, pilgrim!
Christine de Faria says
Dear Ida, Justin and Ali
I am so sorry to hear this news! My thoughts and prayers are with you. May you take comfort in the wonderful memories that you made.
Sincerely, Christine
Rita Hunt says
Dear Ida,Justin and Alexandra,our deepest condolences to you and your extended family.
We are very saddened to hear about your loss.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.May you find the courage and strength during this difficult times. Sincerely Rita Hunt,Justin Fulford and the staff at the ( Bradford Academy of Music)
Kai Wisch says
Dear Ida, Justin and Alexandra, my deepest condolences to you and your extended family. Loss, sudden loss is never easy, can never be understood or rationalized. I hope that you are surrounded by family and friends to get you thru this most difficult time in your lives. I had the pleasure of working with Dave for years and always admired his skill, his personality and his powerful presence when it came to his work.
I have 3 children and lost my Wife in a Car accident in April of 2014, you don’t know me but I can tell you I have travelled down this road that you are embarking on and I have learned some things 1st hand. Should you need to scream, rationalize or try to understand the “What Now” questions, I am a great listener and know the pain you are feeling all too well. So sorry for your loss and for the pain you now must carry. Sincerely Kai Wisch & Kids (At Toromont Concord)
Sandra Walker says
Dear Ida,
I was so sorry to hear this news. My deepest condolences to you and your family. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Tommasini Family says
Dear Ida , Justin, Alexandra and extended families please except our deepest condolences for your tragic loss. We only meet David a few times but he was a gentle soul and we shall always remember him fondly.
Regards,
Alba and Stephen Tommasini
Sster Paulind Lally and Father Don Clement says
Our deepest sympathy to Ann and Dave’s Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. It was wonderful to read the above messages. Dave sounds like quite a remarkable man.
From his Aunt Peggy’s good friends,
Father Don Clement and Sister Pauline Lally, sp
Kingston, ON
Nikki says
To Dave’s family, his closest loved ones, and everyone in his circle of family & friends. I’m so sorry for your loss. I knew Dave through the video store, and a joint love of cars. I only recently found out of our connection with BDHS. We could have shared a few conversations about mutual friends from school. Dave had such a warm, welcoming presence. His kindness and friendly demeanour are things that stand out when I think of him. Please accept our condolences, from the staff at VideoQuest, as well as from a personal level. You never know how far Dave’s reach is, but he’s made an impression on everyone in his life. He will be missed.
Teresa torres says
Dear Ida and family, please except my deepest condolences for your loss. David and I went to elementary and high school together. You should be very proud. He was one of the nicest, kindest people I ever had the pleasure of knowing. His smile and those blue eyes always sparkled. Taken away too soon. The last time I ran into him was at video quest and we reminisced , it’s was great. Those blue eyes still sparkled and he was the same Dave that I knew. He will be sadly missed.
Pat McCart says
Dear Ida, Ali, and Justin. Please accept my condolences for your loss. I met Dave over 20 years ago at Toromont.
A real gentleman and a good friend. I hope you have a little comfort in knowing how well he was liked at Toromont, and he will be missed by many of us.
Pat McCart.
Steve Arai says
Dear Ida,
My deepest condolences to you and your family at this tragic time. I think often of our early years here at Mount Sinai. Take good care of yourself and the kids. Kindest Regards,
Steve
Edward Balko says
I worked with Dave at Toromont when he ran the engine rebuild division. I always had tremendous respect for Dave’s knowledge and passion. He will be sadly missed. He was one of the good ones…………..
Jason Hardie says
My condolences to the family and friends of a great man. I knew him through Toromont when he worked in the training department. His knowledge was unsurpassed and his laughter was infectious.
I know he will be missed by all that crossed his path both in his work and personal life.
Take care of each other.
Jason Hardie
Toromont Cambridge.
Eileen Marley says
I knew Dave through work and was always touched by what a great sense of humour he had, coupled with being a gentleman. He has many people who will miss him, in particular, those that came to Reman after relocating their families from other countries and he personally helped them get set up in their local areas.
My deepest condolences to you and the kids as you navigate these difficult times. Hopefully knowing how highly everyone thought of Dave will help ease the pain just slightly.
Mike Craig says
Our friendship started in math class at Bradford District High School. The joking around started with Dave, Joe Silvieria, Morgan Walker, and a few others. I learnt fast that my Dad, Dave Craig had all these jokesters in his class of Machine shop. My father was a teacher at BDHS. Well here starts some good friendships. I could write a book on the last 30 years, and last time I saw Dave was 6 years ago in the parking lot of upper Canada Mall. Dave and Ida always smiled and loved life. Loved each other emencly. They loved people. My heart goes out to all family and friends as Dave will be greatly missed.
Dave, see you when its my turn and we will enjoy a few beers my friend.
Mike Craig
Joe & Janet van Schaick says
Ida & family: We are so saddened by your loss. Dave was one of the good ones and a very special guy. Our prayers are with you.
Don Wilson says
Ida and family. I’m sorry for your sudden loss . This is truly a tragic loss. When I first met Dave I new right away he was a real genuine and kind person. I will miss him at our little breakfast club. Keep strong during this time of mourning. Remember the good stuff and Daves great sense of humor.
Ricky and Maureen Marsiglio says
We know there are no words which can bring you the comfort and peace we wish for you. Please know that our prayers are with you all, now and in the days ahead.
Lawrence Marsiglio and family says
Ida,
Our hearts are filled with sadness as a result of the terrible news. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
George & Ruth Stamper says
We were shocked and saddened to hear of Dave’s accident. Dave and his music will most certainly be missed at the Friday night jams at the Beeton Legion. I will also miss our talks around classic cars, another passion Dave had. Our prayers and thoughts are with you and the family.
George & Ruth Stamper
Courtney Maguire says
Ida
I’m so sorry to hear about Dave’s accident. I am thinking of you during this challenging time. Sincerely,
Courtney Maguire
Di Nota Family says
Dear Ida, Justin, Alexandra, and the entire Coffey and Morelli families. We are all very saddened to hear about your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. May you find the strength to support one another during this difficult time. Paolo, Nancy, Claudio, Angie. Matthew, Paula and Gabriel Di Nota
Roger Aleixo says
My heart goes out to you Ida, Ally and Justin.
Sharon and Alex Constable says
Ours prayers and hugs to all. Dave was such an amazing man.
Mark, Helen, Nina & Luke says
Ida, Ali and Justin,
We send deepest condolences to you, the children and the entire family and circle of friends that haven been impacted by Daves sudden departure.
We are so truly sorry for your loss.
You are in our thoughts and prayers.
May his memory be eternal.
Denis Gosselin says
Ida, so sorry for your loss. I only had the privilege to know him for 28 yrs… I was hoping for another 28. He is a special man, I’m sure you know that, and so much more special to you.
He is already so missed by me and many others that knew him through the work place. His laugh and looks are permanently part of me now. Prayers go out to you and the kids..
Mitchell Blanchard says
May the love you shared and the memories created through out the years find a place to comfort your hearts. Know that our thoughts and prayers are with you. Patricia, Dan and Mitchell Blanchard
Cathy de Roeper says
Dear Ida, Ali & Justin,
Dave was a true friend, a wonderful husband, proud father, talented musician, and he was one of the most kind, generous and good-hearted person that I have ever met. I will always treasure the good times that I had playing music with Dave in the band, at jams, and with our own little duet. I am really going to miss this, and will always think of him every time I hear one of his favourite tunes. Dave’s legacy will live on in everyone with all of the wonderful memories, interesting stories and songs that he entertained us with. My thoughts and prayers are with you in the days ahead as you go through this difficult time. Find strength in remembering the good times you had, and all the great memories that he gave all of you. Sincerely, Cathy de Roeper
Thelma Gibson says
Dear Ida and family,
I am so sorry for your loss. I didn’t know David but I am a 1st cousin to his mother Ann, which makes David a first cousin once removed. I will be remembering all of you in my prayers. As I live in Kingston I am not able to attend the funeral. Just so you know the connection Ann’s father and my mother were brother and sister (Mary Crook).
Sincerely, Thelma Gibson