Frances Coffinger

FRANCES COFFINGER IDAHO FALLS, ID -- Frances Alleyne Coffinger, 88, of Idaho Falls, passed away December 9, 2006, at The Gables in Ammon. She was born May 8, 1918, in Berrien Township, Michigan, to Albert Michael and Elizabeth Zech Michael. She attended Maple Grove Country School and graduated from Eau Claire High School. She married George C. Coffinger March 8, 1941 in Niles, Michigan, and to this union, two daughters were born. She lived in EauClaire, Michigan, for 65 years. Her husband preceded her in death December 2, 1964, at which time she went to work at Silver Mills Frozen Foods as an office manager. Upon retirement she moved to Scotia, New York, and subsequently to Idaho Falls 15 years ago to be near her daughter. She was a member of the Alliance Covenant Church. She enjoyed spending time with her family and loved to oil paint. Survivors include: Daughter: Sue Ann Sorenson, Edwardsville, IL Daughter: Diane (Robert) Trimberger, Idaho Falls, ID Sister: Virginia Martin, Niles, MI Sister-in-law: Bernice Michael Swisher, Sarasota, FL 6 Grandchildren & 13 Great Grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, George, a sister, Marget Ertman, and a brother, Albert Michael, Jr. A Memorial Celebration will be held Sunday, December 17, 2006, from 2 to 4 p.m. at the home of her daughter, Diane Trimberger, 2629 Limerick Circle. Burial will be in the Eau Claire Cemetery in Michigan. ------------------------------------------------------------------- Condolences sent online: Eileen Wolcott egwrn@yahoo.com I shared a Bible study at Alliance Covenant with Frances and always so enjoyed chatting with her - especially about her long time home in Michigan and (you) her family. So sorry to hear of her passing and wishing you much comfort from our Heavenly Father. Eileen :-) Michael Martin mmartin44@sbcglobal.net The best things I remember of Aunt Frannie were the times I spent on the farm in Eau Claire, breaking the concrete of the house and toppin' raspberies. Aunt Frannie was always so much fun to be with. I will miss her. Virginia (Michael) Martin We will be looking forward to seeing the family in the spring. Near Frannie's Birthday in May. So wish I could have visited her more often. Sister, Ginny Jan & Lauren Martin, Michele & Brian McKenzie We will always remember Aunt Frannie's sweet smile and gentle nature. She was a simple woman who touched the lives of many including all of us. May she rest in eternal peace and happiness. We will miss her!