CENTERTOWN, Ky. — Jackie Levonne Coffman, 82, of Centertown, passed away in Hartford, Kentucky, on Jan. 4, 2024. Jackie was born in the Coffmantown community in Ohio County, Kentucky, on March 3, 1941, to James S. Coffman and Nettie Gwendolyn (Gwen) Hazelwood Coffman.
Jackie was a coal miner for Peabody Alston Coal Mine in Ohio County as well as a mine in Morganfield, Kentucky. He attended Centertown School and graduated in 1959. He grew up attending West Point Baptist Church in Matanzas, Kentucky, and was a member there until his passing. Jackie was also a member of the
Centertown Masonic Lodge obtaining his 32nd degree. The 32nd degree teaches that man has the royal secret. It is the eternal gift of God—LOVE. It cannot be imparted to mortal men by others. It was incarnate when the Father breathed into his nostrils the breath of life, and man became a living soul. Cherish this love as a divine attribute, a precious birthright, a witness that all men are, indeed, the sons of God.
He was a past District Deputy Grand Master and Shriner with apron number D.D.G.M. He proudly wore his Masonic ring and volunteered his time and service to help others. As a member of the Army, Jackie was a Sergeant in the 123rd Armory. His service to his country was well remembered.
Jackie made Centertown his life-long home and married Paulette Kay (Metzer) Coffman in 1968. Jackie enjoyed fishing, collecting arrowheads, shooting guns, and spending time with his family. His sense of humor brought a lot of laughter to his home on holidays, family dinners, and spending time with friends.
Jackie was preceded in death by his brothers, Franklin (Frank) Coffman, Bennie Coffman, and sister, Wanda Coffman Kirtley.
He is survived by his wife, Paulette Metzger Coffman; daughters, Lori Coffman Morris (Brian Morris) and Kelly Coffman; as well as a son, Jackie Levonne Coffman II (Bud) and his wife, Danielle; his beloved grandchildren, Hunter Frint, Taylor Frint, Brie Coffman, Brennon Tucker, Braidey Coffman, Brier Coffman, James Coffman, and Shane Coffman; his sister, Ann Coffman Burden; as well as nieces, Vickie Kirtley Rives, Robin Kirtley Cook, Deborah Kirtley Morris, Kerri Kirtley, Kristina Burden Barnard, Kimberly Coffman Donohoo, Lisa Coffman Brown, and Cheryl Coffman; and nephews, Bennie Coffman Jr., and Timmy Coffman.
Visitation will be held at Walton’s Creek Baptist Church in Centertown, Kentucky on Monday, Jan. 8, from 11 a.m. until 1 p.m. with the funeral service beginning at 1 p.m. Burial will be in Walton’s Creek Cemetery immediately following the service.
In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests donations to Hospice of Ohio County.
Bevil Bros. Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.