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Barry Coffin Obituary
Barry is survived by his devoted canine companion Rocky; brothers Doug Coffin (Kaaren) of Abiquiu, NM: Tom Coffin (Julia) of Scottsdale, AZ; and Lynn Coffin (Carly) of Durango, CO; son Michael Worsham; grandchild Ashley Worsham; nephews Brian Coffin, Erik Coffin (Meryl), and Gabrial Coffin, grand-nephews Miro and River Coffin; grand-nieces Paloma and Boheme Coffin; cousins Betty Stone (Paul) of Vienna, VA and Bob Hardage (Sherry) of Houston, TX. He was preceded in death by his parents, Warner A. "Tony" Coffin, Jr. and Lolita (Lolly) Brooks Coffin of Lawrence, Kansas.
Barry was born in Lawrence on September 21, 1947. He was an enrolled member of the Prairie Band of the Potawatomi Nation. He was raised with his brothers at Haskell Institute in Lawrence (now Haskell Indian Nations University) where his father, Tony, was the Coach and Athletic Director for many years.
After graduating from Lawrence High School, Barry attended the University of Kansas and then the Institute of American Indian Arts in Santa Fe, graduating in 1977. He was a U.S. Army veteran, serving in Vietnam during the 1968 Tet Offensive.
Barry participated in numerous Indian Markets and Art Exhibitions across the U.S., as well as in France and Canada. He traveled to exotic locations with his adventurous mother Lolly, even cruising the Nile in Egypt. Many musical adventures were enjoyed with his friends Kim and Steve Miller. He will be missed by his golf buddies in Lawrence- life-long friends Charlie, Jerry and Mike.
Barry loved his dogs, Rocky, and previously, Boris, who were his great and constant companions. He enjoyed skiing and hiking in the mountains with Rocky, as well as his ceremonial drumming.
Barry will be remembered for his wicked sense of humor, his thoughtfulness, his original ceramic sculptures and his dedication to and sculptures of the "Thirteen Grandmothers".
A memorial service for family was held on December 10, 2016 by the Oak Rose Society of Santa Fe.
Another memorial service for family and friends will be held at the National Cemetery in Santa Fe in Spring of 2017, date to be announced. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Barry's memory to the Institute of American Indian Arts Foundation, PO Box 22370, Santa Fe, NM 87502-2370, www.iaia.edu/giving. Arrangements are being handled by Rivera Family Funeral Home in Santa Fe (505-989-7032)
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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November 5, 2017
I became friends with Barry in the late '70s.
We had some great adventures in Palm Springs and NYC. I still have Barry's work in my home.
He was a whole person with a good soul. He was so proud of his Dad's mentoring Billy Mills and his own identity. He was a good soldier, a boon companion and a keen observer of the human condition. Salute!
Jay McLaughlin, Bucks County, PA
Tom Courtney
October 8, 2017
I was fortunate to spend time with Barry in Sedona and Durango in the 80's and 90's.He was ajoy to be around.
August 14, 2017
Barry,
Thanks for being in my life for a short while, coming into the studio to have your fabulous pieces fired and hanging around doing jokes and hijinx...........you are very much in my heart.. good friend.
Frank Willett, Santa Fe Pottery
Kent Hertz
August 8, 2017
I just heard of Barry's passing.. Barry and I used to be guests every year for March madness at Steve Miller's home. I learned a lot of great things from Barry and have one of his sculptures which goes with me everywhere. So sorry to hear.. You are missed Barry..!
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Jim Smith
June 25, 2017
Sorry to hear of the passing of this talented and generous man! But remember fondly the great friendship that our mother's, Lolly and Irene, shared back in Lawrence KS. Proud to have been able to share with Barry the fruits of that relationship......
Jim Smith, Lawrence KS
Mary Freeman-Willems
June 3, 2017
Oh, Barry, and your dear family. Growing up, my family lived on Barker Street. I remember You playing with my older bothers in the yard. Walking to Cordley School was such a long journey (it seemed.) I always admired you and your work. We go to NM & AZ in the winter, so I just found out about you. Rich still is the hunter of the family. My thoughts are with your family. God bless them all.
Tom Fitzsimmons
May 10, 2017
My Dad, Ed Fitzsimmons, ran the printshop at Haskell in 1950-1952, and I remembered two little boys, "I Doug" and "I Barry" Coffin. We lived at 108 Barker, in half of a two story duplex, and Butch Reynolds was the kid on the other half of the house. Very sorry to read that Barry has died, R.I.P.
SenaRose Glenn
January 27, 2017
My condolences to the family. I was stunned to just hear of Barry's passing. A dear friend, Spirit Brother.....always in my hear.
Robert Corroon
January 12, 2017
Barry
Best friend, wonderful man and the ultimate "Funny Man" God Bless you Dude!!!
Bobby Corroon
Greg Hack
January 12, 2017
All my condolences to Barry's family, especially my old classmate Tom Coffin.
ZJ Czupor
January 10, 2017
Doug, Marta and I express our deepest condolences.
Todd Johnson
January 9, 2017
Barry was always a great friend and always made sure I stayed on the path of following my passions. That's the best kind of friend. I will miss him greatly.
Laurie Marlowe
January 9, 2017
Barry, we had some great times skiing and making happy bottles, and ideas for a website! Boris was quite the dog, and I remember him fondly. You have always been a fond memory. Peace and love to you and yor family.
Miss seeing you again. Thanks for sharing, Barry. Ldb
D. Black
January 8, 2017
Mary Elizabeth Elzea
January 8, 2017
Our condolences,
Mary Elizabeth Elzea and family
Monica Mondragon
January 8, 2017
Barry,hubs and I will never forget you, the times when you lived next door to us in Taos, and the day you moved you gifted us with one of your sculptures which we treasure. Thank you for your friendship, and RIP my friend.
January 8, 2017
Doug, Tom and Lynn, passing our thoughts and prayers to you and your families in the loss of Barry. Many memories of you all during our youth growing up at Haskell.
Frank Molby
January 8, 2017
I'm going to echo Jim Deckers remarks, say prayers and condolences to Barry's family, (Doug).
Jim Decker
January 8, 2017
Barry, you will be missed by many. I can recall the
Fun I had with you and Doug back in the sixties.
Farewell and have a wonderfull journey to the promised land
Dennis Salyer
January 7, 2017
Dear Tom and Lynn, I am so sorry for the loss of your brother Barry. I new him back in the day and was such a nice guy. It's so hard to lose a brother. I have been to the casino and have really enjoyed looking at his art work there. The world will remember him through his art which is very peaceful. I'm sure he's enjoying doing his art work right now with new ideas and the grace of God. Peace be with both of you and also your brother Doug.
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