Beverly
Beverly O. “Cobe” Coburn
Cobe passed away Tuesday, June 30, 2020 at Bronson Hospital in Kalamazoo.
He was born July 18, 1930 in Allegan, the son of Ivor and Ruth (Coppock) Coburn. Cobe grew up on his family’s farm where he developed a strong work ethic as a young man. He graduated in 1947 from Allegan High School and married his high School sweetheart, Ruth Ann Clawson on October 28, 1949. They moved to Otsego and for over 41 years he had worked at Mac Sim Bar and Mead retiring in 1992. Cobe served as a volunteer fireman for the Otsego Fire Department for over 30 years.
He was a hard worker and was very handy doing anything he could to support his family. He was a jack of all trades and had a kind heart helping anyone who was in need. In his free time Cobe enjoyed fishing and fishing trips to Canada with his friends, hunting, playing cards, bowling and golfing.
Surviving are his son Ken (Toni) Coburn; adopted daughter, Terri Plotts; daughter-in-law, Teri Coburn; 10 grandchildren and 7 great-grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his parents; wife; son, David and sisters, Mary and Donna.
A viewing for friends will be held from 1-3 PM, Friday, July 3, 2020 at the Winkel Funeral Home, Otsego.
Cremation will follow.
Burial of ashes will take place at 11:00 A.M., Tuesday, July 7, 2020 at Mountain Home Cemetery in Otsego.
Contributions in memory of Cobe may be made to the
American Heart Association
or the
American Cancer Society
.
Messages of condolence may be posted at
www.WinkelFuneralHome.com.
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Brenda Lund
July 1, 2020 at 12:53 pm
Ken and Toni,
Sorry to hear of your loss. Rich & Brenda Lund
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Bob and Loree Bagley
July 1, 2020 at 1:07 pm
Rest in God’s Peace Cobe
Strength to your family.
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Jerry Haight sr
July 1, 2020 at 4:24 pm
Sorry to hear about cobe passing. I worked with cobe and played golf and bowled with cobe
Hi
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Tara Stanford lodge
July 1, 2020 at 4:31 pm
I am so very sorry Ken it was a pleasure I am still speachless
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Kathleen (Snyder) Fisher
July 1, 2020 at 5:28 pm
Ken and family. We grieve with you as you grieve with us. We can both have amazing memories of our dads. We at least know they are in good company. God Bless You
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Shirley
July 1, 2020 at 7:28 pm
Loved this man dearly! Been with him from Vicinia Gardens to Stanford Lodge.He took a piece of my heart with him.will always remember his favorite meals. Rest in peace Cobe.
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Katie & Lee Hitow
July 1, 2020 at 9:37 pm
Thinking of you Stefanie. He had to be a pretty awesome man to have been a part of making you the woman you are today
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Roxanne Orr
July 1, 2020 at 9:49 pm
So sorry for your loss Ken & Toni. Prayers for you during your time sorrow.
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Ruby
July 1, 2020 at 11:18 pm
Ken Toni and stephanie
Sorry for the loss of your father and grandfather, may the Lord comfort you during this time you grieve, you are in my prayers at this time.
Thank you for allowing me to know your dad for a short time through home helpers.
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Gary Burd
July 2, 2020 at 1:57 am
Love and prayers to Ken and the entire family. I knew Bev from the OFD…and golfed with him as well…he’ll be missed!!!
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Janet Kiel
July 2, 2020 at 8:03 am
Ken, So sorry for your loss.
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Lisa Sutton
July 2, 2020 at 1:44 pm
Ken, I’m sad to hear of your dad’s passing. I always enjoyed my visit with him. I know the last couple years have been tough for him, now he can rest. My thoughts are with you.
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Tyna Porter - Smith
July 2, 2020 at 3:48 pm
Dear Ken & Family, very sorry to hear of the loss of your Father. May your memories of good times help you through this difficult time.
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Rod and Diane Evink
July 4, 2020 at 7:43 pm
So sorry for loss
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He was born July 18, 1930 in Allegan, the son of Ivor and Ruth (Coppock) Coburn. Cobe grew up on his family’s farm where he developed a strong work ethic as a young man. He graduated in 1947 from Allegan High School and married his high School sweetheart, Ruth Ann Clawson on October 28, 1949. They moved to Otsego and for over 41 years he had worked at Mac Sim Bar and Mead retiring in 1992. Cobe served as a volunteer fireman for the Otsego Fire Department for over 30 years.
He was a hard worker and was very handy doing anything he could to support his family. He was a jack of all trades and had a kind heart helping anyone who was in need. In his free time Cobe enjoyed fishing and fishing trips to Canada with his friends, hunting, playing cards, bowling and golfing.
Surviving are his son Ken (Toni) Coburn; adopted daughter, Terri Plotts; daughter-in-law, Teri Coburn; 10 grandchildren and 7 great-grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his parents; wife; son, David and sisters, Mary and Donna.
A viewing for friends will be held from 1-3 PM, Friday, July 3, 2020 at the Winkel Funeral Home, Otsego.
Cremation will follow.
Burial of ashes will take place at 11:00 A.M., Tuesday, July 7, 2020 at Mountain Home Cemetery in Otsego.
Contributions in memory of Cobe may be made to the
American Heart Association
or the
American Cancer Society
.
Messages of condolence may be posted at
www.WinkelFuneralHome.com.
Offer Condolence for the family of Beverly O. “Cobe” Coburn
Condolence Messages
Brenda Lund
July 1, 2020 at 12:53 pm
Ken and Toni,
Sorry to hear of your loss. Rich & Brenda Lund
Reply
Bob and Loree Bagley
July 1, 2020 at 1:07 pm
Rest in God’s Peace Cobe
Strength to your family.
Reply
Jerry Haight sr
July 1, 2020 at 4:24 pm
Sorry to hear about cobe passing. I worked with cobe and played golf and bowled with cobe
Hi
Reply
Tara Stanford lodge
July 1, 2020 at 4:31 pm
I am so very sorry Ken it was a pleasure I am still speachless
Reply
Kathleen (Snyder) Fisher
July 1, 2020 at 5:28 pm
Ken and family. We grieve with you as you grieve with us. We can both have amazing memories of our dads. We at least know they are in good company. God Bless You
Reply
Shirley
July 1, 2020 at 7:28 pm
Loved this man dearly! Been with him from Vicinia Gardens to Stanford Lodge.He took a piece of my heart with him.will always remember his favorite meals. Rest in peace Cobe.
Reply
Katie & Lee Hitow
July 1, 2020 at 9:37 pm
Thinking of you Stefanie. He had to be a pretty awesome man to have been a part of making you the woman you are today
Reply
Roxanne Orr
July 1, 2020 at 9:49 pm
So sorry for your loss Ken & Toni. Prayers for you during your time sorrow.
Reply
Ruby
July 1, 2020 at 11:18 pm
Ken Toni and stephanie
Sorry for the loss of your father and grandfather, may the Lord comfort you during this time you grieve, you are in my prayers at this time.
Thank you for allowing me to know your dad for a short time through home helpers.
Reply
Gary Burd
July 2, 2020 at 1:57 am
Love and prayers to Ken and the entire family. I knew Bev from the OFD…and golfed with him as well…he’ll be missed!!!
Reply
Janet Kiel
July 2, 2020 at 8:03 am
Ken, So sorry for your loss.
Reply
Lisa Sutton
July 2, 2020 at 1:44 pm
Ken, I’m sad to hear of your dad’s passing. I always enjoyed my visit with him. I know the last couple years have been tough for him, now he can rest. My thoughts are with you.
Reply
Tyna Porter - Smith
July 2, 2020 at 3:48 pm
Dear Ken & Family, very sorry to hear of the loss of your Father. May your memories of good times help you through this difficult time.
Reply
Rod and Diane Evink
July 4, 2020 at 7:43 pm
So sorry for loss
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