Eighth Generation

12942. Clayton Blaine Coffey was born on 17 October 1930 in Payette, Payette Co., ID. Clayton died in Oregon on 2 August 2017. The disposition of his remains is unknown to me.³⁷²⁸¹

Obituary, The Oregonian, Portland, OR, Thu., Aug. 10, 2017

Clayton Blaine Coffey Oct. 17, 1930 - Aug. 2, 2017 Our loving father and grandfather Clayton passed peacefully in his home with family near. Clayton was known all his life for his humor, his storytelling and his penchant for song, often singing to his wife of over 65 years. Clayton and Hazel met in high school on a blind date, married in 1950, and remained together until Hazel's passing just over a year ago. The couple was gifted at having daughters and raised four while Clayton climbed the ranks of the Portland Police Department from patrol officer to lieutenant. His job gave him much fodder for stories, like the time he helped deliver a newborn baby, apprehended a nervous bank robber, or was reprimanded for not issuing enough traffic tickets. Clayton's own birth was a story in itself. He came into the world in Payette, Idaho Oct. 17, 1930, the last of Guy and Verna Coffey's 15 children. It was the beginning of the Great Depression and food was so scarce, it was a regular joke to "slice that butter like you're trying to miss it!" Clayton had a close bond with his brothers. They teamed up to build each other's homes and enjoyed many hunting and fishing trips together. But his greatest legacy is his love and devotion to his family. Just ask his grandchildren, who thrived on hours of endless attention, watching 'Papa' cook breakfasts where bacon was a must, steering his truck, building bird houses, or taking a break for a fudgesicle or push pop "push-em-up." Clayton is survived by his four daughters, Karen Potts, Sally Coffey (John Roberts), Marcia (Ed) Turnquist and Linda (Pete) Stone; his grandchildren, Chris (Beth) Potts, Olivia and Anna Stone and Macklin and Amelia Turnquist; and his great-grandchildren Emily and Hannah Potts. In the hereafter, he joins Hazel and Judy, the daughter they lost at a young age; son-in-law, Craig Potts; and all 14 of Clayton's siblings. Please sign the online guest book at www.oregonlive.com/obits

Clayton Blaine Coffey and Hazel Fern Rose were married on 6 July 1950 in Portland, Multnomah Co., OR.³⁷²⁸²

Wedding Announcement - The Oregonian, Portland, OR, Sun., Jul. 23, 1950, Page 50

Coffey-Rose

Mrs. Clayton Blaine Coffey, formerly Hazel Fern Rose, was a bride of July 6. The ceremony was solemnized by Rev. William Owen in Christian Assembly church. She is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. V. O. Rose. Mr. Coffey is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Guy P. Coffey. Mrs. Donald Schnackenberg was the bride's only attendant. Robert C. Coffey was best man for his brother and Delman Coffey ushered. A reception was held at the home of the bridegroom's brother and sister-in-law, Mr. and Mrs. Marvin Coffey.

Hazel Fern Rose was born in August 1931 in Portland, Multnomah Co., OR. Hazel died in Portland, Multnomah Co., OR on 25 May 2016. The disposition of her remains is not known to me.³⁷²⁸³

Obituary, The Oregonian, Portland, OR, Wed., Jun. 1, 2016

Coffey, Hazel (Rose) 84 Aug. 06, 1931 May 25, 2016 Lifelong Portland resident Hazel (Rose) Coffey, 84, died Wed- nesday, May 25, 2016, in her home with family by her side. Hazel was beautiful inside and out, from her days as a Junior Rose Festival Princess to the moment her husband, Clayton, was first smitten with her, to her later years when she showered love on her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Hazel was born in August of 1931 and attended Franklin High School where she met Clayton. They proved to be talented at having daughters and last July celebrated their 65th wedding anniversary. Hazel will be deeply missed. She is survived by Clayton; her daughters, Karen (Craig) Potts, Sally Coffey, Marcia (Ed) Turnquist and Linda (Peter) Stone; grandchildren, Christopher (Beth) Potts, Olivia and Annalise Stone, and Macklin and Amelia Turnquist; and great-grandchildren, Emily and Hannah Potts. Hazel is reunited in heaven with their young daughter, Judy.