Tyler PD Mourns the Loss of Officer
Posted/updated on: August 29, 2012 at 10:47 am
TYLER — Tyler Police say one of their own was found dead Saturday. According to Public Information Officer, Don Martin, Ocie Coffer, 45, was found deceased over the weekend at his residence. Martin said he died from natural causes.
Ocie began his employment with the City of Tyler in 1999 with the Water Utilities Department. He came to the Police Department in 2002 as a Public Safety Officer.
“Ocie was a dedicated, kind hearted and hard-working employee who always had a smile on his face. He enjoyed serving the citizens of Tyler in their time of need and will be truly missed,” said Chief Swindle.
Ocie is survived by three children ages 23, 17 and 15. Visitation for Coffer will be held Thursday, August 30th from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at Harmon Undertaking, 1112 N. Palace. Funeral Services will be held at 12:00 p.m., Friday, August 31st at Smith Temple Church of God in Christ, 2400 Walton Rd, Tyler. Interment will be at Evergreen Cemetery.
