Coey F. Groff, 96, of Lancaster, passed away on Tuesday, July 26, 2011 at the Heart of Lancaster Regional Medical Center.  Born in Lancaster, PA, he was the son of the late Charles and Elizabeth (Vail) Groff.  Coey was the husband of Margaret (Myers) Groff, with whom he celebrated 68 years of marriage.

A Veteran of WWII, Coey served in the United States Army.  He was employed by Jerome H. Rhoads, Inc. for over 40 years.  He was a life long member and enjoyed singing in the choir of First Reformed Church of Lancaster.  Coey was a Mr. Fix It, an avid Phillies fan, and he enjoyed vacationing in Stone Harbor, New Jersey, with his family.

Surviving in addition to his wife; a daughter, Maryellen Heckendorn, wife of David, of Lancaster; a grandson, D. Michael Heckendorn, husband of Jamie, of Lancaster; a granddaughter, Maribeth Bandzi, wife of Shaun, of Bernville, PA; and two great-grandsons, Dagen M. Heckendorn and Elijah J. Heckendorn.

A Funeral Service will be held on Saturday, July 30, 2011 at the Charles F. Snyder Funeral Home & Crematory, 441 North George Street, Millersville, PA 17551 at 11 AM with Pastor Jeannine Brenner officiating.  Family and friends will be received from 10-11 AM at the Funeral Home.  Interment will be at Riverview Burial Park.  To send online condolences, please visit SnyderFuneralHome.com. Charles F. Snyder Funeral Home & Crematory 717-872-5041