Steven Alan Cofer

Sunday, July 8, 2018

Steven Alan Cofer, 65, of Greencastle, passed away Thursday, July 5, 2018 at his residence surrounded by his family.

Steven was born in Greencastle on April 24, 1953, the son of James Russel and Lillian Christine (Pelfrey) Cofer.

He was a graduate of Greencastle High School.

Mr. Cofer worked at DePauw University in facilities. He also worked for more than 20 years in the local lumber industry, and worked for many years at Varsity Lanes in Greencastle.

He was an avid bowler. He was a member of the American Bowling Congress (ABC), and was inducted into the Greencastle Bowling Hall of Fame.

Steven was a past member of Eagles Aries 4388 and Moose Lodge 1592.

Survivors include his wife of 42 years, Janet Cofer; a son, Russel "Rusty" Cofer (Brandy), Greencastle; a daughter, Mandy Cofer, Greencastle; two sisters, Linda Wood (John), Abilene, Texas, and Sheri Kendall (Melvin), Greencastle; three grandchildren, Benjamin, Ella and Dean Cofer; two step-grandchildren, Bailey and Blake Douglas; and several nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents and a grandson, Avery Cofer.

A graveside memorial service will take place at 10 a.m. Thursday, July 12 at Fillmore Cemetery.

Memories may be shared with the family at www.Hopkins-Rector.com.