With heavy hearts, we share the passing of Travis Blane Coffey of St. George, UT.
These pages are a small offering toward a much larger life.
Travis held deeply to the Latter-day Saints faith — and was, by all accounts, loved by those who knew him best.
A life of belief is a life of quiet conversation with something larger.
Travis Blane Coffey, beloved son of Blane Claus and Virginia Lott Coffey, passed away unexpectedly at home on April 26, 2026 in St. George, Utah from congestive heart failure. He was 58 years old.Travis was born on September 16, 1967, in Grants Pass, Oregon. From a young age, he loved playing cowboys and Indians, a pastime that sparked a lifelong respect and appreciation for Native American culture and people.From a young age, Travis also loved competing and playing sports. During his high school years, he participated in football, basketball, and track. As a highly competitive individual, Travis earned the distinguished “Iron Man” honor, recognizing him as the top athlete across multiple competing sports.Travis was a man of faith and devoted two years of his life serving a mission for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. He was called to serve in the Des Moines, Iowa Mission, where he shared his beliefs and touched the lives of many through his dedication and service.Upon returning from his honorable mission, Travis continued to pursue his passion for football. He earned a football scholarship to play for Ricks College (now BYU-Idaho), where he further demonstrated his athletic ability and commitment to the sport he loved.Travis followed his passion for Native American culture and refined his artistic abilities in beading, leatherwork, knapping, and many other traditional crafts. Guided by his natural artistic talent, he went on to create handcrafted log furniture and unique works of art, which became his lifelong career.Travis had a deep love for his family and friends. He was known for reaching out to others, offering encouragement, and uplifting those around him. He left a lasting impression on all who crossed his path, building lifelong friendships wherever he went. His genuine love for his family, his friends, and people from all walks of life was evident in the way he lived and the connections he made.Travis also had a beautiful voice and a deep love for music. He enjoyed singing and playing his guitar, sharing talent across many genres and bringing joy to those who had the privilege of listening.He is survived by his parents, Blane Claus Coffey and Virginia Lott Coffey of St. George, Utah; his brother, Matt Richard Coffey (Cathy) of Avondale, Arizona, his sisters, Shanna Renae Haney (Frank) of St. George, Utah, Rochelle Sharee Romero (Javier) of St. George, Utah, and Lisa Marie Beckstead (David) of St. George, Utah; as well as many nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, and cousins.Viewing services will be held on Tuesday, May 12, 2026, from 9:30-10:45am. Funeral services will follow at 11:00am at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 2434 E. Riverside Drive, St. George, Utah 84770. Interment will follow at Tonaquint Cemetery, 1777 South Dixie Drive, St. George, Utah 84790.He was preceded in death by his paternal and maternal grandparents.He will be deeply missed and forever remembered. “Those we love don’t go away, they walk beside us every day.”Funeral services may be viewed by clicking the livestream below at the time of service.
