ALBANY – Helen Dorothy Earl Coffey, 95, of Albany, passed away on Sunday, January 28, 2018 at the Teresian House. Helen was born in Albany, the daughter of the late James A. Earl and Mary Gill Earl. She lived here all her life, and was a communicant of the former St. Margaret Mary’s Church and All Saints Catholic Church. Known to most as Dorothy, she was totally devoted to her family, and was known for her generosity, compassion, warmth, selflessness, and for being non-judgmental.
Dorothy was predeceased by her husband John Coffey in 1985. She is survived by her children John Coffey (Lydia) of Guilderland, Robert Coffey (Gail McQuade) of Voorheesville, Kathleen “Kathy” Davis (Gary) of Colonie, Mary Coffey Plumer of East Greenbush, Dorothy Duell (Mike) of Slingerlands, Elizabeth “Beth” McNamara (John) of Las Vegas, NV, Edward Coffey of Ballston Spa, Anne Byerwalters (Joseph) of East Greenbush, and Timothy Coffey (Kristina) of Colonie; by fourteen grandchildren and thirteen great grandchildren; and by several nieces and nephews. She was also predeceased by her siblings William, John, and James Earl, Maryanne “Betty” Benoit, and Jane Leonard.
The family would like to thank the staff of the Teresian House for the wonderful care they provided to Dorothy during her stay.
Funeral services will be held in the Hans Funeral Home, 1088 Western Ave., Albany, Saturday morning at 8:00, and from there to the Church of St. Clare, 1947 Central Ave., Colonie, at 9:00. Relatives and friends are invited, and may call at the funeral home Friday from 4-8 p.m. Interment will be in St. Agnes Cemetery, Menands. The family suggests memorial contributions to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105; or to Disabled American Veterans (DAV), P.O. Box 14301, Cincinnati, OH 45250-0301; or to Teresian House, 200 Washington Ave. Ext., Albany, NY 12203. To leave a message of condolence for the family or obtain directions to the funeral home, please visit www.HansFuneralHome.com.
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Carol douglass
Annie
So sorry for the loss of your mother. Dale and I will be out of town until Sunday evening so we cannot make the viewing or funeral. Will make a donation when we return.
Linda Stults
Annie —- Our condolences to you and your family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Warmly,
Linda Stults
Stephen Belogi
Judy, Bill, Andrea, Katie & Christina Guilbo
Our condolences to the entire Coffey family. We enjoyed many times visiting with your mother at family gatherings at Annie and Joe’s. She was a wonderful woman. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this difficult time.
Estelle Momrow
Sorry for your loss, Elizabeth and family. It is sad to lose your Mother. My thoughts are with you during this time. Love, Estelle
Stacey and James W. Roth
Our deepest sympathies go out to the Coffey family. May God give you all the peace that you seek.
May our condol ences bring you comfort and may our prayers ease the pain of this loss.
We offer you our thoughts, prayers and well-wishes during this dark time.
Kellie Vigars
Tim, Kris and family so sorry for your loss. I wish I could be there in this time of need. My prayers are with you all. Love you
Sincerely,
Kellie, John, Jesse and Jason
Cyndy (Cohn) Allen
I hope all of you accept my sincere condolences. I knew her as Mrs. Coffey, and I do know that she was the most wonderful mom to her wonderful children. May her memories be a blessing to you all.
Janice Kindlon Heeran
Mary, sorry to learn of your Mom’s passing. Please take comfort in all the wonderful memories you had with your Mom.
Joyce McIntyre
Annie, Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this sad time.
Kelly Voss
Uncle John
I’m so sorry for your loss.
love you