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James Coughlan Obituary

Coughlan, James R. "Dick" Age 80, Ret. Major, U.S.M.C. Born into Eternal Life on December 20, 2018. Beloved husband of the late Patricia A. Coughlan (nee Noonan); loving father of Terry (Margaret Barrett), Brendan (Maripat), James Daniel, Kathleen (David) Girzadas, and Caley (Nikkii) Coughlan; proud grandpa of Luke, Michael, Brendan, Charlie, Mary Kate, Patrick, Jack, Molly, Susie, T.J., Elise, Ryan and Camille; and great-grandpa of Penelope; devoted brother of William, Terry (Laura), and the late Thomas (Mary) Coughlan; "Uncle Dick" to many nieces and nephews. Alumnus of St. John Fisher Grammar School (1952), Leo H.S. (1956), and University of New Mexico (1960). Dick was a proud Naval Aviator and Pilot for American Airlines for 32 years. Dick was a coach and mentor to many, friend of Bill W., and longtime competitor at the Beverly Tennis Club. Visitation Thursday 3:00-9:00 p.m. at Curley Funeral Home (Heeney-Laughlin Directors), 6116 W. 111th St., Chicago Ridge, IL 60415. Family and friends will meet at Christ the King Church, 9235 S. Hamilton Ave., Chicago, IL 60643 on Friday morning for visitation 9:30-10:30 a.m. Mass of Christian Burial at 10:30 a.m. Entombment Holy Sepulchre Cemetery Mausoleum of the Archangels. Memorials to Rosary Hill Home, 9000 W. 81st St., Justice, IL 60458 are most appreciated. Funeral Info: Heeney-Laughlin Funeral Directors, 708-636-5500 or www.heeneyfh.com.



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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Dec. 26, 2018.

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Bill Reynolds

January 3, 2019

Jim, Im sorry about your Dad, he and your family will be in my prayers....Bill Reynolds

December 26, 2018

Please accept my condolences for your loss. As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends. Proverbs 17:17: A true friend shows love at all times and is a brother who is born for times of distress.

Lobo Captain

December 25, 2018

December 25, 2018

My Condolences To The Family;
I'm so sorry for your great loss. May all of the beautiful memories that you all shared with your loved one, bring you all some comfort when sadness sets in.

Fr Thomas Nangle, CPD ret

December 25, 2018

Such good memories of Pat and Dick Coughlan in CK in the 70's, and didn't they enrich the earth with the family they created...may your dear Dad be in God's presence now, after such a long and effective life. Prayers that the good God will sustain you as you try to get used to a world without him now.

December 25, 2018

My condolences for your loss, and my the our god of comfort be with you during this time of need.

December 25, 2018

May the God of all comfort strengthen the family during this time of deep sorrow. Those who pass on, God keeps in his memory because they are precious in his eyes. My sincerest condolences. (Psalms 116:15)

Z L

December 25, 2018

My sincere condolences to your family for the loss of your love one. May the God of comfort be with you during this sad occasion and may his loving words at John 6:40 console your heart.

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3:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

Heeney-Laughlin Funeral Directors - Chicago Ridge

6116 West 111th Street, Chicago Ridge, IL 60415

Dec

28

Visitation

9:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.

Christ the King Church

9235 S. Hamilton Ave., Chicago, IL

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28

Mass of Christian Burial

10:30 a.m.

Christ the King Church

9235 S. Hamilton Ave., Chicago, IL

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6116 West 111th Street, Chicago Ridge, IL 60415

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