On September 16th, the Coffin family faced the unimaginable loss of their beloved son, brother, and uncle. Colin, just 40 years old, passed away from complications related to an ulcer, leaving behind a void that words cannot fill.

During his time in the hospital, Colin received several blood transfusions - the most generous gift of life from local donors. These donations gave his family a few precious days with Colin that they will cherish forever.

To honor Colin’s beautiful spirit - his kindness, intellect, and unwavering loyalty, we invite you to give in whatever way feels right. A blood donation, a monetary contribution, or simply sharing your well wishes and memories with his family are all meaningful ways to carry forward his light.

I’d like to leave you with a quote from The Streets, one of Colin’s favorite musical groups. He shared these lyrics on his Facebook many years ago:

“I came to this world with nothing, and I’ll leave with nothing but love. Everything else is just borrowed.”

Colin understood what truly mattered in life. He will be deeply missed.

San Diego Blood Bank

Connecting diverse communities to save and improve lives through blood and biotherapies.

Every contribution, big or small, makes a real impact. Even just a few dollars can help move this mission forward and reach those who need it most.

Donating blood is a simple and powerful way to give back—it’s free, easy, and available every week at locations throughout the county. Please visit the San Diego Blood Bank’s website for blood donation options. Your donation may save a life or provide the gift of time for those like Colin.

If you can’t donate right now, sharing this fundraiser is also incredibly helpful. Thank you so much for your kindness and generosity. It means the world to everyone who loved and was loved by Colin.