Nannie Ellen Coffman's Obituary
Nannie Ellen Coffman, 95, passed away on January 17, 2024, at her home in Decatur, IL.
Nannie was born to John and Johnnie Robinson on April 16, 1928, in Davis, OK. She married Glen Kelly Coffman on February 15, 1946, in Wichita Falls, TX. She was married to Glen for 71 years. She was a member of the Tabernacle Baptist Church for over 75 years and taught Sunday School for many of those years.
Nannie was an avid reader. She enjoyed talking on the phone to keep in touch with family and friends. She was an avid Cubs fan and loved to follow the University of Illinois Men’s athletics.
Nannie is survived by her children, Glenda Elzy, Daniel (Joan) Coffman, Kevin (Jill) Coffman, 7 grandchildren and 15 great grandchildren.
Nannie was preceded in death by her husband, Glen Coffman; parents, John and Johnnie Robinson, and her siblings.
Services will be held on Tuesday, January 23, 2024, with a viewing at 10:00 AM and the service at 11:00 AM at Tabernacle Baptist Church.
A burial will take place at Macon County Memorial Park following services.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Carmi Children’s Home, 949 County Road 1300 North, Carmi, IL 62821.
Condolences and memories of Nannie may be shared at www.moranandgoebel.com
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