William F. "Bill" Coghill

My father, James P. Keelen, Jr. passed away on August 8, 2014. He volunteered to drive Lt. Coghill through an enemy roadblock in Yongsan Korea on August 12, 1950. My father had a deep respect and friendship with Lt. Coghill for years thereafter. I hope that these two Korean War buddies are catching up on old times.

I was planning to telephone Bill today when I just discovered he passed away 3 years ago. I offer my condolences and sympathies. When I was an attorney with the Alaska Railroad, Bill would sometimes take me to the previously mentioned Harvard Club meetings. Life goes in circles since two nieces and a son also graduated from said university.

Sorry for your loss. I worked with Mr. Coghill at the Alaska Railroad. Always the patriot.

You were our neighbors at Ft. Richardson . Rufus always admired and respected Bill. e too died this year . Sorry for your loss .Bill lived a great life and will be remembered for all of it Deepest sympathy Jo Jac Lazzell

I am so sorry for your loss. May the God of all comfort hear your heart-broken prayers and provide you with much needed comfort during the difficult days and weeks ahead (Isaiah 42:10).

A real patriot. I worked in Public Affairs at Fort Rich when he was chief of staff and had the utmost respect for him. Ran into him years later when he was dressed in his historical regalia and was impressed all over again.

Col. Coghill's generously welcomed us back to Alaska after Earl served with him at Fort Rich. He helped us settle back in to the state we both loved. He was more than a commanding officer and mentor. He was a friend.