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James Coyne Obituary
James J. Coyne, 94; beloved husband of 71 years to Geraldine nee Burkart; loving father of Karen (Joseph) Cortese, James (Michele Scaccia-Coyne) and Nancy (William Hochfellner); cherished grandfather of Christopher (Abigail Myers) and Courtney; devoted great grandfather of Caroline; dear brother of the late Mary Coultry, Catherine McDermott and Margaret Birmingham; fond uncle, cousin and friend to many. Proud 74-year member of the Plumbers Union Local 130. Memorial Visitation Monday 10 AM until time of Mass 11 AM at St. Andrew Church (SW corner of Paulina and Addison) at 3546 N. Paulina Street, Chicago. Interment Private. In lieu of flowers please make donations to Misericordia Home. Arrangements entrusted to Gibbons Family Funeral Home. For info 773-777-3944 or www.gffh.com.
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Seán Coyne & family, Galway.
July 6, 2022
To Geri and family, Deepest sympathy on your sad loss.
Beannacht Dé le Anam Jim.
Anthony Salvatore
June 8, 2022
Our sincere condolences to the Coyne family.
Andy Spalding and family
June 7, 2022
our deepest condolences to Coyne Family, enjoyed many years of shooting the breeze with Jim and all the help and advise.
WSA Board & Members
June 7, 2022
James and Coyne Family,
We're so sorry for your loss, and keeping your family in our thoughts and prayers. Wishing you comfort and peace during this difficult time.
WSA Board & Members
Patrick McCarthy
June 7, 2022
Our deepest condolences to the entire Coyne Family.
Patrick & Michelle
Robert Rath
June 7, 2022
Incline thy ear our Lord, to our prayer, in which we humbly entreat thy Mercy.Bring to the country of Peace and Light the soul of thy servant James Coyne , who Thou has chosen and bid it to be numbered amongst thy Saints, through Christ our Lord....AMEN
Marty McAndrew - Band Manager Shannon Rovers
June 6, 2022
To Jim and the Coyne Family,
Our thoughts, prayers, and condolences are with you during this difficult time.
We're confident, with a life well led, that God is holding him "In the palm of His hand".
Sincerely,
The Shannon Rovers / Marty McAndrew
Nancy and Seamus Byrne
June 6, 2022
So sorry for your loss. Jim will be missed by all.
Maureen (Donahue) Moran, Katie, Megan & Tom
June 5, 2022
Geri and family,
Our deepest sympathies for your loss. Jim always had a smile and kind word for everyone. He had an infectious laugh. Jim will be missed.
Love from your cousins, Maureen, Katie, Megan & Tom
~ ~ Fr. Dan Brandt, CPD Chaplain
June 5, 2022
Heartfelt and prayerful condolences from the Chicago Police Chaplains. Jim will be remembered at the next Police Mass.
In the meantime, may family and friends know the healing touch of our all-loving, all-merciful God! [Police Chaplains Ministry: www.ChicagoPCM.org or 312/738-7588]
John and Mari Reidy
June 4, 2022
Sorry for your loss . Mr Coyne was a true gentleman.
Lori E. Lightfoot
June 3, 2022
To the Coyne family, I send my sincere condolences on the passing of your beloved father, brother, grandfather and friend. I hope you are able to lean into your many memories of loving, happy times as you grieve the loss of your beloved James Coyne. God Bless. Mayor Lori E. Lightfoot
United Association Training Department
June 3, 2022
Our deepest condolences on your loss.
Jim Pavesic, Ray Boyd, the IPT and ITF boards and staffs
Sr. Rosemary & the Residents of Misericordia Home
June 2, 2022
Our sympathy and special prayers for Mr. Coyne and all his family and friends.
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