Waymon Coffey

Waymon Coffey, affectionately known as Wayne passed into heaven at the age of 95. He was passionate about nature, farming, and building birdhouses. He finished 38 gourd birdhouses just a week before heading to heaven. He was surrounded by loved ones in his new home in Boone, NC.

Wayne was born on January 7, 1929 in Watauga County, North Carolina. He was the son of the late Leon and Marion Norris Coffey.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his three brothers, Homer, Wade and Owen, and his sisters, Thelma Deal, Irene Woods, Helen Carroll, Marie Broyhill and Jewell Moody.

He is survived by several nieces and nephews and his friends Joanie and Gary Kilkelly.

He faithfully served his country in the United States Army for 20 years. He was a member of Mount Vernon Baptist Church and Laurel Fork Baptist Church.

Wayne and Joanie and Gary Kilkelly would personally like to thank Amorem Hospice care staff who so tenderly and compassionately cared for him.
In lieu of flowers, please make donations to Amorem or The Wounded Warrior Project. (855-448-3997).

Wayne will be missed but not forgotten.

Online condolences may be shared with the family at the website www.austinandbarnesfuneralhome.com.

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