of Bono, AR
September 5, 1942 - February 4, 2025
Kathryn Coffman, 82, of Bono, AR passed from this life into the glory of Heaven on Tuesday, February 4, 2025. She was born on September 5, 1942 in Trumann, AR to Fred and Ruth (Tippitt) Lane. Kathryn was a minister for 67 years, beginning her ministry at the age of 15, preaching revivals throughout Chicago, Missouri and Arkansas. Her ministry included singing gospel music and playing the piano with The Evening Light Trio and then with her husband for 45 years as The Gospel Heirs. She was a member of Spruce Street Church. She had a deep love and commitment for the Lord that showed not only in her ministry, but also in her other job positions as the bookkeeper for her husband's company, C&G Tractor Company, as an Avon distributor and as a homemaker.
She is preceded in death by her husband of 45 years, Les Coffman; her parents; brothers, Troy Goodwin, Garland Goodwin and Fred Lane and a nephew, Daniel Goodwin.
Left to cherish the memory of Kathryn are her son and daughter in law, Tim and Licinda Ohler; grandchildren, Dwayne (Kristy) Ohler, Nathan Ohler, Faith (Ronnie) Medrano and Faith Nicole Ohler; great grandchildren, Kailey, Brayson, Malakye, Hallie, Fletcher, Asher and Chevy Ohler and Jeremiah Medrano and several friends and loved ones.
A funeral service will be held at 11am on Saturday, February 8, 2025 at Roller Farmers Union Funeral Home (1900 W. Washington Ave. Jonesboro, AR 72401) with Brother Randy Page officiating. Burial will follow at Oak Ridge Cemetery in Bono.
A visitation will be held on Friday, February 7, 2025 from 5-7pm at Roller Farmers Union Funeral Home.
Honored to serve as pallbearers are Johnny Goodwin, Josh Goodwin, Roger Cambron, Ray Griffin, Vaughn Russell and Jerry Thompson.
Arrangements are under the care of Roller Farmers Union Funeral Home.
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11 Condolence(s)
Eileen Boldreghini
Wednesday, February 12, 2025
My prayers are with Charlie and Denise and Tim and Licinda. Kathryn was a true servant of the Lord. Her music was as beautiful as praise can be this side of Heaven. She and Les are standing in the Light of Jesus and singing for eternity
Candi and Thomas Wheeler
Saturday, February 8, 2025
Diane Davis
Saturday, February 8, 2025
We're so sorry for you're loss. We've spent a lot of time in church with her. We loved to hear her sing. We're praying for the family. May God wrap his loving arms of comfort around the family.
Sandie Adams Gilbert
Friday, February 7, 2025
Thinking of you all at this time. She was a wonderful person who always had that big smile on her face and a song in her heart.
Sandy Sharp
Friday, February 7, 2025
So sorry for your loss.may God wrap his arms around you and your family.I pray he gives you comfort.
SandySharp
Friday, February 7, 2025
Mark and Tracey Jones
Friday, February 7, 2025
Chuck and Becky Goodwin
Friday, February 7, 2025
Thinking of Kathryn in gratitude for her life and ministry and sending prayers of comfort to her family who grieves for her.
Keith Tippitt
Thursday, February 6, 2025
Loved this woman so much, she always shined such an amazing light. Can’t wait to celebrate homecoming with her one day.
Lori and Eddie bounds
Thursday, February 6, 2025
You will be missed. I know your having a heavenly time right now, say hi to my mom for me. Sing loud and keep those Angels on key lol love and miss you .
Pam Mote
Thursday, February 6, 2025
May God give the family comfort and peace that is beyond human understanding. Heaven's choir has gained another beautiful voice.