Obituary of Lloyd Coffin

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The passing of Lloyd Coffin of Fredericton, NB, occurred peacefully on January 12th, 2022 with his wife by his side.

Born on November 16, 1942 in Charlottetown, PEI, he was the son of the late Willard and Lona (Jay) Coffin.

Lloyd is survived by his wife of 50 years, Lynda-Jean (Eldridge) Coffin; daughter, Kelly Jean Ebbett (Bruce) of Fredericton, NB; son Donald “Donny” Lloyd Coffin (Connie Ng) of Richmond, BC; sisters Gaelyne Coffin (David Murphy) of Charlottetown, PEI and Isabel Paynter (Robbie) of Souris, PEI; grandchildren Alex Michael and Jacob Steven Ebbett, Theodore Lloyd and Keythan Kin Coffin; and many PEI cousins and relatives. He was predeceased by his brother Keith Coffin.

Graduate of Mount Allison University, Lloyd had a fulfilling career with CN Rail which moved the family from Moncton, NB to Beaconsfield, QC. They resided there for 27 years and many lasting friendships were made. His love of trains included model railroading and riding the rails across Canada, and often from Montreal to the Maritimes.

As lifelong member of the United Church, he served on Presbytery and chaired various committees including the Board. He sang bass in various choirs, including church choirs directed by his wife. He was a longtime member of the Boy Scouts movement holding several positions including that of District Commissioner. He was a member of the Masonic Lodge (Keith and Alexandria), volunteered as an educational tour guide at the Ecomuseum and had a keen interest in Astronomy.

Lloyd will be fondly remembered for his love of family and friends, his gentle sense of humour and his smile.

Due to the current COVID situation, a private funeral service will be livestreamed from Wilmot United Church @ 2pm Atlantic Time on Tuesday February 1, 2022.  

A Graveside Service will take place in Terrace Hill Cemetery, Kaulback Street, Truro, NS on Friday, May 27, 2022 at 2 pm.  A gathering will follow at 3 pm at St. John's Anglcian CHurch, 23 Church Street.  Masking is strongly recommended indoors.

For those who wish, donations may be made to Wilmot United Church, Alzheimer's Society or to a charity of your choice. Personal condolences may be offered through www.yorkfh.com