Dana E. Coons, 70, of Londonderry, NH, passed away Sunday, September 22, 2019, at his home surrounded by his loving family. He was born in Jamestown, NY on May 5, 1949, a son of the late Frederick and Phyllis (Crow) Coons. He attended the Frewsburg Central School in New York. After graduating, he proudly served his country in the US Navy onboard the USS Prairie (AD-15) stationed in San Diego, CA for three years as an ETN-2. Towards the end of his four-year enlistment he was assigned to San Diego shore patrol.
Dana enjoyed building and flying model radio controlled (R/C) airplanes and helicopters along with riding motorcycles, bowling and shooting sports were among his favorite activities. In recent years, his hobbies shifted to woodworking and making beautiful cutting boards.
He is survived by his beloved wife of 48 years, Marie (Marker) Coons, two sons, Kenneth Coons and Charles Coons, his wife Loura; two grandchildren, Oliver and Gwen; two sisters, Janice David and her husband Scott as well as Beverly Andrews and her husband Steve; five nieces and nephews, Gregory, Jeffrey, Ron, David and Mindy.
Following cremation, memorial services will held in Jamestown, NY at a later date. The family welcomed all visitors at their home on Saturday, September 28th after 12:00pm. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Kiantone Congregational Church, 646 Kiantone Rd, Jamestown, NY 14701.