Richard F Coffelt, MSgt USAF, retired, age 92, of Gulfport passed away on March 8, 2016 in Franklin County.
He was preceded in death by his son Karl-Heinz Coffelt.
Richard is survived by his loving wife of 60 years, Anna L. Coffelt; his children, Anneliese Wyatt; Richard (Christy) Coffelt; Tom (Gina) Coffelt, Steve Coffelt, Geraldine Reaves, and Margaret Wylie; his grandchildren, David; Shelly; Bobby; Nick; Kristen; John; Amanda; Megan; and Dylan; and his three great-grandchildren, Caleb; Callahan; and Emily.
He was a member of the USAF for 30 years, spanning WWII, The Korean War and The Vietnam War. His tour of duties included New York, Germany, Illinois, California, Pamama, Florida and Arkansas, as well as three combat tours in Vietnam and Thailand.
Richard was awarded numerous military awards including the Bronze Star, Air Force Commendation, Joint Service Commendation Medal and Vietnam Service Medal.
Richard Coffelt was forever a loving husband and father and a true American Patriot.
A graveside service will be held on March 16, 2016 at 2:05 pm at Barrancas National Cemetery, Pensacola, FL.
RIEMANN FAMILY FUNERAL HOME, 11280 Three Rivers Road, Gulfport served the family. An online obituary may be viewed and memories shared at www.riemannfamily.com.
Service
MAR 16. 02:05 PM Barrancas National Cemetery 1 Cemetery Road Pensacola, FL, US
Interment
Barrancas National Cemetery 1 Cemetery Road Pensacola, FL,