Jack E. Coe died in Lindale, Texas, on November 16, 2015 from cancer. He was a resident of Newhall, Calif. for more than 35 years.

Jack was born in Buffalo, N.Y. on July 23, 1938, to parents Amos Jack and Mildred L. Coe. He was a graduate of Amherst High School in Amherst, N.Y. and attended the U.S. Maritime Academy in Kings Point, N.Y. He was married to Waunetia and had a son, William Bradford, both of whom preceded him in death.

Jack was a veteran of the United States Army, and he worked for Lockheed Aircraft for many years prior to retiring. After retirement, he worked with many disadvantaged children, focusing on activities involving horse therapy. Jack also enjoyed time with family, boating, fishing and flying.

He is survived by his brother and sister, Tom Coe and Joan Frary; his nephews, Brian Michaels and Kevin Frary; and two nieces, Jaime Chambers and Lindsay Coe. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, January 23, 2016 at 2:30 p.m. at Eternal Valley Memorial Park in Newhall, Calif. The community is welcome to attend in helping the family celebrate Jack's life.