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Obituary of Peter Jeremiah Coughlin
Coughlin, Peter J.
Peter passed away peacefully at the Broadview Nursing Centre, Smiths Falls on Monday, October 12, 2015 at the age of 89. Beloved husband of the late Marie (Flood) Coughlin. Loved father of John Coughlin of Smiths Falls and Patricia (Bill) Stewart of Westport. Sadly missed by his grandchildren Rebecca (John) Korenis of Westport, Stephanie of Kingston, Nicole of Westport, Michelle of Maberly and great-grandchildren Maria, Eva and Alexis. Predeceased by daughter Anne Marie in infancy, daughter Beth (1989), brothers Alvin (2007) and Steve (2008). Fondly remembered by his extended family and many good friends. Peter was born on the homestead in Toledo on December 5, 1925 where he lived most of his life. He was a Residential Counsellor at Rideau Regional working mostly the night shift so he could farm and look after the cattle during the day. Peter devoted his life to helping others and serving God. He was a dedicated parishioner at St. Francis de Sales and a proud member of the Knights of Columbus and the Legion of Mary. He will be sadly missed and forever loved by his family and many good friends. Family and friends may pay their respects at the Blair & Son Funeral Home, Smiths Falls on Friday, October 16, 2015 from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at St. Francis de Sales Church, Smiths Falls on Saturday, October 17, 2015 at 11:00 a.m. Interment, St. Philip Neri Cemetery, Toledo. If desired, memorial contributions may be made to St. Philip Neri Cemetery or to St. Francis de Sales Church Building Maintenance Fund.