James (Jim) A. Coe
76, passed away in his home on Monday, January 20, 2014. Jim was born in Marion, Indiana to Russell and Christina Coe, they preceded him in death. He graduated from Mississinewa High School in 1956, and served in the U.S. Army from 1956 to 1958. Jim was also a lifelong member of the local Indiana Masonic Lodge.
He worked at Westinghouse Electric, Muncie, IN, then opened Kimball Music Center in Marion, IN, and co-owned, with his wife, Glamour Girl Beauty School, also in Marion. Jim worked at United Technologies, Huntington, IN where he was V.P. of the Union then retiring in August 2010. He loved to travel and entertain others with his music, Jim was a very accomplished pianist, playing at his church and venues throughout the region. He was married to Linda, his beloved wife of 49 years before she preceded him in death January 2007. Jim is survived by a daughter, Koneta (Jerry) Wright, Huntington, IN; his son Michael (Joyce) Coe, Tustin, CA; a sister, Judy (Richard) Hensley, Fairmount, IN, as well as seven grandchildren, and 11 great-grandchildren. Besides his wife and parents, Jim was preceded in death by sons, Steven W. Coe, and David G. Coe, daughter, Katrina Bell, and a great granddaughter.
A celebration of life will be held on Saturday, January 25, 2014 at Grace Community Church, 1810 East Bradford Pike, Marion, IN, Pastor Tom Mansbarger officiating. Visitation will be from 2-4 p.m. with a memorial service beginning at 4 p.m. all at the church. Arrangement entrusted to Indiana Funeral Care & Crematory, 8151 Allisonville Rd., Indianapolis, IN.
James Ensor says
Sad to hear of the passing of such a great person. Jim was a very good co-worker and friend to many. He was always there to listen or help when the need arose. He will be missed by all who knew him.
Alice Cochrel Long-Stremel says
Katrina and family. I’m so sorry to learn of your father’s passing. It sounds like he led a full and happy life. I have such good memories from many many years ago of your mother Linda and of Jim as well. What a beautiful couple they were. Kindest regards to you and your family. Alice
Elaine Turner Pumphrey says
Jim and I graduated together in 1956. His music was always a pleasure to me and to many others.
My thoughts and prayers to his family, whom he loved dearly.
Elaine Turner Pumphrey
Sidney, Ohio
Alice Cochrel Long-Stremel says
Sorry, I meant to say Koneta…not Katrina.
Sonia Coe says
So sorry to hear about Jim’s passing. We are first cousins and have many family event memories with Jim and his sister Judy at his parent’s home when we were young. I came to Heritage Pointe in Warren to hear Jim play piano for the residents there this last year. They always enjoyed hearing him play familiar songs. He will be missed by many…
Kenneth Payne says
Kenneth and Brenda (Coe) Payne send their condolences to Jim’s family. They visited Jim a few weeks ago in his home while they were visiting in Indiana from Florida where they now live. Jim told them he would see them in heaven. We know Jim will be remembered by many friends.
Cletus Goens says
To the Coe family,
You have my sincerest condolences for the passing of your beloved Jim. I knew Jim dating back to his days as a music store owner and was also a colleague as a performer. Jim was always good to “this little kid”, and I was fortunate enough to enjoy his company in Fort Wayne when he visited my showroom twice in the last two years.
God bless,
Cletus Goens