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Edward Coristine Obituary
Born in Providence, R.I., he was the son of the late Thomas and Blanche (LePage) Coristine. Ed lived in Newport, R.I. for most of his life where he owned & operated his business, Coristine Locksmith for many years up until his retirement in 1986.
Living in Newport, Ed was active in local politics, serving on the city council for ten years, and was a former parishioner at St. Mary's Catholic Church and a member of the Knights of Columbus and the Elks Lodge.
Ed who was proud of his Irish heritage was also a member of the Ancient Order of Hibernians and the Improved Order of Red Men. Everyone who knew Ed, loved him for his jovial and spontaneous personality. We will miss him dearly.
In addition to his wife, Betty; he leaves a brother, Thomas Coristine and his wife, Barbara, of Florida; four sisters-in-law and one brother-in-law.
He was predeceased by a son, Edward "Kenny" K. Coristine Jr.; and a brother, Paul Coristine.
Calling hours will be held from 2 to 4 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 5, at the Mystic Funeral Home, Route 1, Mystic (51 Williams Ave.). A funeral mass will be held at 10 a.m. Monday, at St. Mary Church, 95 Main St., Stonington. A graveside service will follow the mass with full military honors at 12:30 p.m. in the chapel at St. Columba Cemetery, 465 Browns Lane, Middletown, R.I.
Memorial donations may be made to St. Mary Church, 95 Main St., Stonington, CT 06378.
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Memories and Condolences
for Edward Coristine
January 13, 2014
Betty,
We are so sorry for your loss, you are in our thoughts and prayers.
God Speed, The Achilles Family
Ed & Maggie Elliott
January 6, 2014
Betty, our thought and prayers are with you. Ed was such a nice man and "Boss" to me. I will always cherish the times (mostly fun) we had in the Old Shop on Spring Street.
Beverly Morrone
January 6, 2014
Betty,
I am so sorry for your loss of such a wonderful person. He was a bright star who always brought a glow into a room. He was a great friend to me and so many others. He will be missed dearly and never be forgotton as he was a special man. My prayers are with you. God bless.
January 5, 2014
Sorry for your loss. I knew him years ago and he was a wonderful man,Please know you are being thought of in thoughts and Prayers.
Kathy Castagna
January 5, 2014
Betty, I am so sorry for your loss. I will keep you in my prayers. Take care of youself.
January 4, 2014
Many Blessings to the Coristine Family( & extended family) for this time of sorrow. God Bless to each of you.
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