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2013
William "Bill" Joseph Coughlin passed away peacefully at his residence on Thursday, November 21, 2013 at the age of 51. He was a native of Chicago, IL and a lifelong resident of Metairie, LA. He was preceded in death by his father, Dr. John William Coughlin and his grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Anthony O'Donovan and Dr. and Mrs.
William Coughlin. He is survived by his beloved mother, Maureen O'Donovan Coughlin; his brothers, Kevin Michael Coughlin (Saiko) and Daniel Anthony Coughlin (Stacey) and his sister, Mary Adeline Coughlin. He was also the proud uncle of Patricia, John, Adeline, Brandon and Cameron Coughlin and devoted friend to Corrinne Brewer and Mary Fuller.
Bill attended St. Phillip Neri's grammar school and St. John Vianney High School. After high school, he enlisted in the U.S. Marine Corps and served on active duty for four years. He continued his education at Louisiana State University where he earned a Bachelor of Science in biochemistry and then attended Loyola Law School where he earned a Juris Doctorate. He operated his own law practice until the time of his death.
Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the Funeral Mass on Tuesday, November 26, 2013 at 2:00 pm at Garden of Memories Funeral Home, 4900 Airline Drive in Metairie. Visitation will begin at 1:00 pm. Interment will be in Garden of Memories Cemetery.
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December 3, 2013
Johnny
Deeply saddened by the untimely passing of my dear cousin Billy, one of the smartest and funniest people I've ever known. My prayers and thoughts to his family and friends. Rest in Peace Billy.
November 29, 2013
Allen Copping
Ms. Maureen, Kevin, Mary and Danny we are very sorry to hear of Billy's passing. Our deepest sympathies, and our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your families.
The Copping Children
November 29, 2013
Allen Copping
Ms. Mauren, Kevin, Mary and Danny we are very sorry to hear about the passing of Billy. Our deepest sympathies, and our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your families and friends.
The Copping Children
November 29, 2013
Ms. Maureen, Kevin, Mary, and Danny we offer our deepest sympathies, thoughts and prayers for your family and friends during this time of great sorrow.
The Copping Children
November 29, 2013
Steve Hirsch
So sorry to see you go Bill, you were a great friend. Our years at LSU will always be great memories, and have enjoyed our continued friendship into our adult years. Save me a good seat and I'll see you on the other side. My condolences to all Bill's friends and family, he is greatly missed.
November 28, 2013
Colleen Forsythe
Aunt Maureen, Kevin, Mary and
Danny, It is Thanksgiving and we are thinking of you today. It was just 2 days ago when we shared a solemn and beautiful
Tribute to Billy. We are all continuing to remember that day (including the 21 Gun Salute) and fond memories of Billy.
November 26, 2013
Will DeJean
You always had a smile! So long.
November 26, 2013
Mei Kung and Bill Ramsey
Words are inadequate to express the sorrow we feel at Bill's passing. He was a wonderful person and a great friend. He is in our hearts and minds and we will miss him so very much: the jokes, the lunches, and most of all, the conversations. Our deepest condolences to his family.
November 26, 2013
Pam Truxillo
A good friend and confidant. I will miss the phone calls just to see how I was doing. Most of all, I will miss the laughter. He always kept my spirits up!
November 25, 2013
Bill was one of a kind. He was a great lawyer and a greater friend. We will miss him mightily. Condolences to all.
Jack and Sue Jernigan
November 25, 2013
Donna Bodin
I had the pleasure of meeting Bill some years ago. Having five kids,he was the one we turned to when they received a ticket. The last time we spoke, we joked that he had helped us out with three, only two to go. He was always so pleasant and kind. He made us
feel like he was a long time friend of the family. He was a sincerely NICE guy. Our regards to his loved ones. We are so sorry. We will keep your family and Bill in our prayers. The Bodin Family
November 25, 2013
Dana Welch
Dear Mrs. Maureen, Mary, Kevin and Danny,
There are no words to take away your pain at this time. I can only say that may each of you think about the good times you shared with "Billy" during your time of terrible grief. No one should ever have to lose a child and/or sibling. I remember last seeing Billy at the St. Patrick's Day parade up on Magazine St. and still hear him calling my name. I can still hear his voice.
May God wrap his loving arms around all of you at this time. He was way too young to die, so we all need to remember to live life to the fullest each and every day. May he have eternal life! Rest in Peace, Billy.
November 25, 2013
Dear Coughlin Family,
I knew Bill in law school and will always remember him for his easy-going manner and sharp, quick wit. I am so sorry for your loss.
Kelly O'Hara Thibeaux
November 25, 2013
Kimberly Filan
Aunt Maureen, Mary, Kevin, Danny, Saiko and Stacy, I am so saddened by the loss of Billy. He was taken too young and will be missed greatly. My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this sorrowful time.
November 25, 2013
Ken Fleming
My condolences to the Coughlin family. Every year we would exchange birthday calls as they fell two days apart. We would speak briefly and catch up on each other's lives. Godspeed and rest in peace my friend.
Ken Fleming
SJP 1980
November 25, 2013
Dear Maureen and family, I cannot begin to express the sadness I feel. As an alumni of St. John, Loyola School of Law and Bill's first law office, I send my deepest sympathies. If there is anything I can do, please let me know.
Jim Harry
November 25, 2013
Goodbye Billy - a solid Christian and a good friend.
Harold
November 25, 2013
My caring thoughts are with the family & friends of Bill. May beautiful memories continue to be in you hearts. May the God of comfort strengthen you during this difficult time. (Psalms 46:1)
Sincerely,
Penni
November 25, 2013
Jennifer Beck
Ms. Maureen, Mary, Danny, and Kevin,
You have my deepest sympathy on the loss of your son and brother. My thoughts and prayers are with you. You have my heartfelt sympathy.
November 25, 2013
Desiree St. Paul
Rest in peace, Billy. The 1976 graduation class of St. Philip Neri will miss you.
November 25, 2013
Many thanks to all for the kind words!
Semper Fi,
Kevin Coughlin
Major, USMC (ret)
November 25, 2013
John Carter
Our sympathies and prayers to Bill's family and friends. Donna, Daniel, LeAnn and I will deeply miss that great guy who was both my dear friend and colleague since law school.
November 24, 2013
Dan and Judy Donahue
Dear Maureen and Family, we are so very sorry for your loss of Billy. We are grieving with you and keeping you in our prayers. Our faith assures us that he is now with dear family who have gone before and with our Lord in everlasting joy. We hope that your faith and happy memories are of comfort to you now and in the days ahead. Much love, Dan and Judy
November 24, 2013
Liam Doran
Sorry for your loss
November 24, 2013
Aj , Stacy and Gianna Hingle Jr
Ms Maureen, Danny, Mary and Kevin my prayers are with each one of you during this difficult time
November 24, 2013
Frank Schiro III
My sympathy goes out to the Coughlin family for a great guy who passed away too young. I will remember Bill for the years in law school and fondly for those first few years that we shared a law office and practiced, laughed and had great times together.
November 24, 2013
Drew Keith
Thinking of your family at this time. Love all of you so much. Wish I could be there.
Love,
Drew, Jude, Luke, and Logan
November 24, 2013
Margaret Cusack
Maureen and family, I am so sorry for the loss of your beloved son and brother, Billy. All of you are in my prayers. Margaret Cusack
November 24, 2013
Lynell Boudro
Dear Maureen and Mary,
The loss of a child or a sibling is such an unexpected loss. No words can express the sorrow your family bears.
Through the blessings of our Lord and Savior, may the joy of his presence always remain with you and your family.
November 23, 2013
John & Kay Collins
Maureen, Mary, Kevin & Danny: Our hearts are grieving thinking of the untimely passing of Billy. We can only pray for him and you all at this point in time. We fondly remember Billy that summer he spent with us in Chicago and he shall remain in our hearts forever. May he Rest in Peace.
November 23, 2013
Marla Warman
My sympathy to the Coughlin family. Were so sorry to hear of Bill's death. Our prayers are with all.
November 23, 2013
Mike Collins
My condolences to the Coughlin Family. He was too young. I have many great memories of Billy.
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