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William Couming Obituary
He leaves his companion of twenty years, Carol Mahlert, with whom he lived; a son, Vincent C. Couming, Sr. and his wife Elaina of Rutland; two daughters, Nicole Kariko and her husband Max of Rutland and Jessica Couming; two brothers, Timothy Couming of New Hampshire and Joseph Couming of Brimfield; three sisters, Grace Ann Dee of Auburn, Veronica Kay of Brookfield and Patricia Boyle of Rhode Island; six grandchildren and many nieces and nephews.
William was born in Worcester, son of Donnell and Grace (Stuart) Couming. He served in the United States Navy.
William worked as a taxi driver for many years before retiring in 2003. Mr. Couming, in his earlier years, was a Boy Scout, achieving the Eagle Scout Rank. He was free spirited, enjoyed the simplicity of life and was a good hearted person who loved his family and friends very much. He will be missed dearly.
A funeral service will be held Saturday, July 26th at 6:00 P.M. in MERCADANTE FUNERAL HOME & CHAPEL, 370 Plantation Street, Worcester. Burial will be at the convenience of the family. Calling hours will be held from 4:00 P.M. until 6:00 P.M. prior to his funeral service. To share your thoughts and memories of William, please visit his personal guestbook at:
mercadantefuneral.com
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Memories and Condolences
for William Couming
Sonia Nolan
August 13, 2008
Carol,
My heart goes out to you and his family. He was a good person. My prays are with you.
Jenifer Turcotte
July 27, 2008
I met Billy from my neighbors of 6 years, Peppy and Judy. A very nice person was always so polite and loved bingo!! He and Carol had given their dog "ANNA" to us who is also missed dearly. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Crystal Walker
July 26, 2008
Wish u didnt have to go, I know its for the best. Keep my dad company for a little while. Im thankful to now have 2 guardian angels.
Miss you Love you always
~kisses~
Ruth (King) Shattuck
July 26, 2008
I wish to extend my deepest sympathy to the family of Billy Couming. I remember Billy from our family corner store on Berlin and Oxford St., King's Spa. Nice kid!
May God bless you all.
Sincerely,
Ricky Brindisi
July 25, 2008
Nikki, my deepest sympathy's to you and your family in this time of need. May your sorrows be short and your fondest memories last a life time. My prayers are with you ... God Bless you all . Sincerely Ricky B
Maryrose Lynch
July 25, 2008
Dear Grace Ann and Veronica,
I was sorry to read of your brother's recent death. My prayers and thoughts are with your family.
Sincerely,
bob jonis
July 25, 2008
Vinnie,Nikki,Jess
My condolences on your loss.
your brother Rob.
Friends in Brookfield
July 25, 2008
Veronica,
We were sad to hear the news about your brother,and we've got you and all of your family in our prayers and thoughts.
Roger H Frost
July 25, 2008
Praise to our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ
Thank you for this servant of Lord. Bless his friends and family
steve remillard sr.
July 25, 2008
im very saddened to here about bill he was a good friend to me i will miss him very much im very sorry for your loss. may he sore like an eagle and be free.r.i.p. bill i miss you alottyour friend steve #68
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