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James Couillard Obituary

James Philip Couillard

Pittsville—James Philip Couillard, 16, of Pittsville, passed away after a long illness at the Johns Hopkins Hospital in Baltimore. Born in Salisbury, he is survived by his father Gordon James Couillard, II and his mother, Tammy Webster Couillard, and his brother, Jack Aaron Couillard, all of Pittsville.

James was a student at Parkside High School. He had many interests, including, history, music, skate boarding, karate, fishing, hunting, shooting and welding, but his favorite was playing baseball from Little League to Senior League. He was a great friend to many, was loved by his teachers and was a great and wonderful son. He will be sadly missed.

In addition to his parents, he is also survived by his grandparents, Gordon J. Couillard, Sr. & his wife, Phylis of North East, PA and Wayne Elliott and his wife, Bonnie of Willards; an uncle, Aaron P. Couillard and his wife, Ellie; and Tammy's companion, Alvin Clark of Pittsville; and numerous other family members and many friends, including his best friend, Adam. He was preceded in death by his grandmother, Anna Phippin.

A memorial service will be held on Wednesday, January 30, 2013 at 1:00 pm at the Holloway Funeral Home in Salisbury with a visitation one hour prior to the service. Officiating will be Rev. Laura Strauss.

Contributions in his memory may be made to the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society, 11350 McCormick Road,

Executive Plaza 111, Suite 100, Hunt Valley, MD 21031.

Arrangements are in the care of Holloway Funeral Home, PA, 501 Snow Hill Road, Salisbury, MD 21804. Please visit www.hollowayfh.com to express condolences to the family.

Published by The Daily Times on Jan. 29, 2013.
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Tammy, you have our deepest sympathies for the passing of James. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Floyd and Kathy Bozman

January 31, 2013

My deepest condolences for the lost of your Dear James. May the God of all comfort give you peace and assure you of His promises that soon His Kingdom will come and "He will wipe out every tear from our eyes, and death will be no more, neither will mourning nor outcry nor pain be anymore. The form things will have passed away"

January 30, 2013

My Heart is full of sadness today and yet as a look over at that smiling photo of James . it makes me smile too . Thank you for that..

MARY CHANGLIN

January 30, 2013

My heart goes out to the family, friends and the community that this young man leaves behind. Losses like these will never make sense but faith that God is holding him now and will hold those left behind close will bring everyone through in time. Prayers to all.

Mindy West

January 30, 2013

Gordon, Keeping you and your family in my thoughts and prayers during this time of sorrow.

Barbara Taylor

January 30, 2013

I'm am so deeply sorry for your loss. My heart goes out to you all. May the God of all comfort give you peace and comfort.

January 29, 2013

Prayers and thoughts are with his family & friends. He will be dearly missed. He fought a long battle RIP Sweet Angel

Simkins Family

January 29, 2013

I am very sorry to hear about James. The family will be in my thoughts and prayers.

Danielle Kellam

January 29, 2013

Tammy, I am so sorry for the passing of James. I prayed daily for his recovery. Now, I will pray for his soul and ask that God will give you the strength to get through this difficult time.

Mickey Nugent

January 29, 2013

Words can not express how sorry I am in this difficult time. Tammy, you and your family will be in my thoughts and prayers.

Meg Strobach

January 29, 2013

Tammy and family
I am so so sorry for your loss. You are in my prayers.
love ya,
Mary Collier

January 29, 2013

words can't express how deeply sorry i am for your loss,Tammy,Gordon,and Jack.just know if there is anything at all i can do let me know.

Beth/Jacob Toomey

January 29, 2013

Sorry for yor loss,your family is in our thoughts and prayers.

Glen Phillips

January 29, 2013

DEAR- Couillard FAMILY -My heart goes out to all of you -James was such a sweet young man- he will be missed-MAY GOD comfort you in your time of loss my heart breaks for yours -the sadness is awefull but he is soring looking over you with a smile -May GOD COMFORT YOU IN YOUR TIME OF SORROW -

Dawn ,Samantha,Jessica Elliott

January 29, 2013

We are so sorry for your loss. May your precious memories carry you through this difficult time. Sending prayers of comfort and strength to the entire family.

Richardson family

January 29, 2013

Gordon, Tammy, Jack and Uncle Gordon and Aunt Phylis: everytime I think about it my heart aches for all of you. The picture that accompanies his obituary is exactly how I remember James when me and the kids had the privilege to meet him 2 summers ago. All of you are in my thoughts and prayers as you go through this difficult time.

Wende Couillard-Glaser

January 29, 2013

Tammy, your family is in our thoughts and prayers. I can remember watching him as a little one with Tina and he grew up to be such a wonderful young man! May God give you Strength to help you get through this..

Brandi Horner

January 29, 2013

So sorry Tammy for your loss. I am sure going to miss him playing baseball at Wiilards. I will keep you in my prayers.

January 29, 2013

So sorry for your loss as a parent I feel your pain. May god bless you through this tragic time.

kevin mezick

January 29, 2013

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