Geoffrey Donald "Fudd" Coccia

Salem - Geoffrey Donald “Fudd” Coccia, 57, died suddenly Wednesday, January 4, 2023 at his residence in Salem.

Geoffrey, affectionally known as Fudd was born on July 27, 1965 in Salem, OH, the son of the late Louis Coccia Jr. and Dorothy (Fails) Coccia Jr.

Fudd was a 1983 graduate of Salem High School and went to Kent State and Youngstown State receiving a bachelor’s degree in business.  He was a care giver for the last 5 years at Care First Residential Agency.

Fudd was involved in AA and was a car enthusiast. He was very family oriented and loved spending time with his nieces and nephews.

He is survived by three brothers, Louis (Amy) Coccia III of Pataskala, Joseph Lee (Nancy) Coccia of Sabina, and Chris Coccia of Jamestown; and several nieces and nephews.

A Celebration of Life Gathering will be Thursday, January 12, 2023 from 5-7 p.m. at Stark Memorial.

In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Family Recovery Center/Oxford House in Salem.

If unable to attend, you may show your support by joining our complimentary “Hugs from Home” program where your message will be attached to a balloon in the chapel to remind the family of your love and support at www.starkmemorial.com/hugs-from-home. Arrangements are being handled by Stark Memorial Funeral Home and Cremation Services. To view Geoffrey's obituary, send condolences  visit www.starkmemorial.com.

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