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Matthew Coyne Obituary

COYNE, Matthew Patrick Of South Boston, suddenly, September 25, 2010. Beloved son of Kevin and Barbara "Barbie" (Sheehan) Coyne. Loving grandson of the late Richard and Barbara (Feeney) Sheehan and William and Claire (Noonan) Coyne. Loving brother of Kristy Coyne of South Boston. Cherished nephew of Mary and David Evans, Donna and William Glynn, Kelly and John Conroy all of South Boston, Richard and Maria Sheehan of East Haven, CT, Mary Sheehan of South Boston, Timothy and Kathleen Sheehan of South Boston, John Sheehan of Medford and Joyce Sheehan and Doug Ames of South Boston. Dear Godson of Frank Medico of Weymouth and Mary Sheehan of South Boston. Also survived by many loving cousins and friends. Funeral from O'Brien Funeral Home, 146 Dorchester Street, SOUTH BOSTON, Thursday at 9:00am. Funeral Mass in Gate of Heaven Church at 10:00am. Visiting hours Wednesday 4-8pm. Relatives and friends invited. Interment Blue Hills Cemetery, Braintree. In lieu of flowers donations may be made in Matthew's memory to The South Boston Catholic Academy, 866 East Broadway, South Boston, MA 02127

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Published by Boston Globe from Sep. 27 to Sep. 29, 2010.

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Susie

September 21, 2024

... Matt

Shaale

April 14, 2021

Sorry Ms.Coyne

Joyce Sheehan

June 10, 2011

thinking about you, like I do everyday...miss and love you!

Kevin Coyne

June 3, 2011

Missing you Matt. Love you

Michael Dacey

February 8, 2011

Barbie Kevin
I just heard about your son matt My prayers are with you and your family

October 15, 2010

There is no words to ease your pain. Look to God and He will lead you. God Bless You.

Michael Keane

October 12, 2010

Dear Barbie and Kevin and family,

Karen just told me about your great loss and i am so sad to hear about your son's passing. Please accept my sincere condolences and sympathies.

Michael Keane

Marion Ritz

October 8, 2010

Dear Kevin, Barbie & Kristy~
I am deeply sorry, words cannot express the sadness I feel for all of you. I just heard of Matt's passing and there are no words that can take away the hurt.
May the love of family and friends help you thru this difficult time.
love & friendship
Marion Ritz

October 7, 2010

Barbie,Kevin,And Kristy,
My prayers are with you and your family.Matt was a great kid. I will never forget His smile. He will always be in my heart. Rest Peacefully Matt.. Love Always Kimberly B..

Christine Greer

October 7, 2010

I worked with Matt at 75 Chestnut and he was always the most hilarious and wonderful person to be around. I am so sorry that this world will not know him better. He will be missed.

October 6, 2010

Just heard of Matthew's passing. Please accept my deepest sympathies.
Pat Ritz

Nancy Hammond

October 5, 2010

Kevin,
Thinking of you and your family. Your loss is one that could have never been imagined. Hold on to the great memories and look to God to help see you through. Matt was a fine young man who will continue to live in your heart and soul forever. May you find peace knowing that God has called his child home to complete his work for his work on earth was done. May God continue to watch over and Bless the Coyne family.

kaitlyn irving

October 4, 2010

Everyday i think of a new memory i had with matt, we had so many. ill never forget him he was such a good friend miss you buddy. my thoughts are with the coyne and sheehan family.

kevin barry

October 3, 2010

r.i.p my dude gonna miss you i will never forget the fun times we had in high school see you soon watch over us all

Joe Lisiecki

October 1, 2010

Dear Mr. and Mrs. Coyne,

Matt was such a great kid. He was always kind to me and I'll never forget him for that. Stay strong and God bless. You have my deepest sympathies.

Nancy (Gurry) Wilson

October 1, 2010

Kevin and Family,

I just learned today of your son's passing. I am so sorry for your loss! May God give you all the comfort and strength to get through such a tragic loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Nancy(Gurry)Wilson

Shaune-Marie Berg

October 1, 2010

Dear Mr. and Mrs. Coyne and Kristy,
I was Matt's 4th grade teacher at St. Brigid. I remember him so well, he was like a little shining star in 4th grade, so sweet and humble and lovable. I am so, so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.

October 1, 2010

barbie and family,i am deeply saddened to learn of your son's passing. please accept my sympathies for you loss. karen keane o'regan

October 1, 2010

"Kevin and Family, please accept my deepest sympathy in your loss may God give you strenght in this difficult time, my prayers are with you and your family." Nelson Francois

Catherine Hehir Milliken

September 30, 2010

I was Matt's teacher at St. Brigid and just found out about your unspeakable loss. I will always remember Matt's lovable personality, great smile, and sense of humor. My prayers are with you, and I am so sorry for your loss.

Yvonne Ayochok

September 30, 2010

Barbara and family, please accept my deepest sympathy in your loss. My prayers are with all of you.

Rose Cantave

September 30, 2010

To the Coyne and Sheehan family,
I am so sorry for your loss and I hope you find strenght to carry you through your grief.

September 30, 2010

Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.

September 30, 2010

You are in our hearts and prayers during this most difficult time.
~Michael and Meghan (Brown) Cress

joey ordway

September 30, 2010

god bless the entire coyne family,you are in my prayers during this very difficult time...joey ordway

Mary Ellen Sinkiewicz

September 29, 2010

Barbara, I'm so saddened by the loss of your beloved son. My deepest condolences are with you and your family as you grieve. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Emily Kelleher

September 29, 2010

Best wishes to the Coyne family and recovering from their loss. Matt was a great guy who was always a good friend to everyone. Thoughts and prayers to all.

September 29, 2010

no words
it just hurts

michael

Cynthia Jokinen

September 29, 2010

I am a complete stranger to you all'I m sorry for your loss. May his memories soothe your grieg ad pain and grief. A mom of 3 who cares. Cindy J

September 29, 2010

Kevin Barbie & Kristy we are so very sorry for your loss.Words can't begin to describe what a great kid Matt was. He will be missed.Our thoughts are with you. The Mahoney Family

Cristina, Antonio, Scott Saez

September 29, 2010

Barbie,Kevin,Kristy
There are no words to express how sorry we are for your immeasurable loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers. With love the Saez family.

September 29, 2010

Kevin , Barbie & Kristy I am soo very sorry for your loss. I just found out today. My prayers and thoughts are with you. JImmy Lynch

Chris Banks & The Herlihy Family

September 29, 2010

Our thoughts and prayers go out to Kevin, Barbie and Kristy as well as his entire family. God bless and watch over you all.

Dwight Valentine

September 29, 2010

To the Coyne Family: I knew Matt from his work at 75 Chestnut, where I and every other regular patrons were privileged to enjoy his warmth and geniality. No doubt he represented his family well. He was a great guy; we will remember him.

September 29, 2010

Kevin, Barbie & Kristy, Please accept our deepest sympathy in this most trying time. Forever, in our prayers. ~ Dennis & Patty Mahoney ~

Krissy Flaherty

September 29, 2010

To the Coyne Family & Friends, I am truly sorry at the passing of your beloved Matt. You are all in my thoughts & prayers at this most difficult time.

September 29, 2010

Barbie and family
Iam so sorry to learn of your loss.
Janice Cuccia(Owens)

September 29, 2010

dear Kevin and Barbie so sad and difficult a time for all of you-God bless you all . Catherine Coyne Dorchester

September 29, 2010

Kevin, Barbie & Kristy,

We are so very sorry to hear of your tragic loss. We can't image the pain in your hearts. We will keep you in our prayers and ask God to help you through this. God be with you all.

Linda & Moss Lynch

Bill, Chris, Kristen, Mary & William Wilson

September 29, 2010

To the Coyne & Sheehan Families
Our thought and prayers will be with you over the next few days. Matt was well loved by many and will be missed greatly. He will always be in our hearts.

Phil and Maureen Terenzi

September 29, 2010

Dear Barbie, Kevin, Kristy and Mary Sheehan,

Please except our deepest condolences and please know that you are all in our in our thoughts and especially in our Prayers. May God Bless you all and may he help heal your aching hearts.

Love, Phil and Maureen {Long} Terenzi

Jennifer Ryan

September 29, 2010

Kevin and Family,
My thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this most difficult time.

Imogene Drummer

September 29, 2010

Mr & Mrs. Coyne,
I am truly sad at the lost of your son Matt. He was a great person I had the pleasure of working with and knowing while he attended Excel High School. My prayers are with you and your family at this time. He will surely be missed by those who knew him.
Sincerely, Imogene Drummer (Dean of Students)

The Conway's: Kate, Robert, Stephen and Barbara

September 29, 2010

Our hearts go out to you at this time and in the days ahead.

Wendy Hickey

September 29, 2010

I am sorry to hear of the pasing of Matt. Your family is in my heart and in my prayers.

Ruth O'Halloran

September 29, 2010

Goodbye Matt. You will be sorely missed by the patrons at 75 Chestnut - we all loved you very much. Your big bear hug and welcome smile always made my night. R xox

September 29, 2010

Kevin and Barbie, Please know that our thoughts are with you. We are so sorry for your loss.
David and Meryl Johnson

Mary-Lee Emerson

September 29, 2010

You are in my prayers. Hoping that the Lord, memories and friends will help in this difficult time. Please let me know if you needanything

sean adams

September 29, 2010

I am deeply sorry for your loss, my thoughts and prayers will be with your family.

"death leaves a memory no one can heal, love leaves a memory no one can steal".

gonna miss you matt

Justin Piscopo

September 29, 2010

To the Coyne family, It was an honor to have known your son and, brother. It was a pleasure to have him as a friend, and to be around a great person like Matt. I will always remember that one of a kind laugh and, smile. You are in my prayers.

September 28, 2010

Coyne Family,
It is with a heavy heart that we send your our deepest condolences.
Mado + Cheryl

kathy&Jerry

September 28, 2010

I wish for you all love and endurance through the coming months. Our thought and prayers will be with you over the next few days. Matt was well loved by many and will be missed greatly.

Carlene Laurent

September 28, 2010

Kevin and family,

There are simply no words...my heart is so heavy with the thought of your immeasurable loss.

donna messina

September 28, 2010

No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. My deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.

Nancy Feeney

September 28, 2010

Dear Kevin & Family:

So sorry to hear about your loss; my thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.

Morris Family

September 28, 2010

The Coyne Family,
Let it be known that it was a privilege to know your son, Matt. I don't think anyone could be any more funny or respectful than him. My prayers are with you during this time of grievence. God Bless.

Cookie Comeau

September 28, 2010

Barbie and Kevin, I am very saddened by the loss of your son, Matthew. I can't imagine how difficult this must be but I will keep you in my prayers.

Newman,Parker,McCann&Mota Families

September 28, 2010

Barbie,Kevin&Kristy God blessed us all everyday,Just by allowing us to have Matt in our lives.Now he will be our gaurdian angel forever watching over all of us.GOD BLESS YOU ALL

McNally Family

September 28, 2010

Kevin, Barbie, Kristie & Family
Our thoughts and prayers got out to all of you. We are all so very sorry for your loss. Matt was such a great person. Matt was always so friendly and polite whenever he was at our home. He was a true gentleman and friend to our whole family. He will be missed by many.

Karen, Andrea & Danielle Medico

September 28, 2010

Barbie, Kevin & Kristy, Please accept our most heartfelt sympathies for your loss. Our thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time. Love, Karen, Andrea & Danielle

Denise Galewski-Sousa

September 28, 2010

Kevin, Barbie and family,

Our prayers and thoughts are with you at such a sad time. Another angel in heaven to look over all of you. May it bring you comfort to know that nothing can diminish the wonderful ways your son touched your life...The love and memories you shared will remain with you forever. With Sympathy, The Galewski and Hurld Families

Linda Graham

September 28, 2010

Kevin & Barbie,

No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. Our deepest condolences are with you & Kristy as you grieve. Feel free to call us any time. May you find comfort in your memories and through your family and friends.

Love the Nee & Graham Families

Terry Mercer

September 28, 2010

Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. Matt was a great friend and employee to our entire staff here at The Black Rose. He will be deeply missed. Thanks again for everything Matt

Ken Denny

September 28, 2010

My heartfelt prayers are with you in this time of despair and grief. I knew Mattie from 75 Chestnut, where I am a frequent patron. I always enjoyed Matt's warm greeting, wonderful sense of humor and fun, and his maturity for a young man of his age. May God bless. My prayers are with you.

The Hurld family

September 28, 2010

I want to extend my deepest sympathies to the Coyne family. Kevin, you were always kind and caring to my mother and I hope you find the strength to help you through this difficult time.

Maria Perales

September 28, 2010

Kevin, Barbie and family,

Please accept our sincere sympathies and heartfelt condolences. May you find strength in all the great memories shared with all who knew Matthew, we will keep you all in our prayers for God’s guidance at this time and in the days ahead. Please let us know if we can help in any way.

Maria Perales and family

September 28, 2010

Kevin and Barbie,My thoughts and prayers are with you .There is no greater loss than a child.I'm so sorry for your loss.

love,Linda Patten(zaniboni)

Ellen Carey-Felton

September 28, 2010

Kevin, Barbie & Kristy,
I am so sorry for the loss of your beloved Matthew. Please know you are in my thoughts and prayers.
With love and sadness,
Ellen Carey Felton

September 28, 2010

Barbie & Kevin
All our love and prayers are with you. Please know we will keep Matthew in our hearts forever.
Love,
Nancy & Kevin Connolly

September 28, 2010

Dear Friends, I am so sorry over this tragic loss. My heart is with you, now and always. I keep remembering how hard he was laughing down camp, when I was out in the canoe with him... He thought my weight was going to sink the boat... My prayers are with you all and my heart breaks with such sadness. I wish there was something I could say or do to ease your pain... Love Always, Susie

September 28, 2010

To Matthew's Family,
I am so sorry for your loss. I know Matthew from 75 Chestnut, I am the HR/Payroll Mgr, and even though we weren't close friends I always felt that he was a really good kid. You are all in my prayers.
~ Sara Hyatt ~

Cynthia Jokinen

September 28, 2010

As a mom, I understand the ;love a mom has for for son. may his memories help your all in your grief and pain. a mom go cares, Cindy

Jimmy McDonough

September 28, 2010

I was so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.

Maryellen McLaughlin

September 28, 2010

Kevin, Barbie & Kristie
I am so deeply sorry for your loss-you all are in my prayers

Anne-Marie Perry

September 28, 2010

Kevin - words can't express how sad I am for you and your family's loss. Prayers and love to you and your family.

Pat Kelly

September 28, 2010

Kevin & Family,

So sorry to hear of the loss of your son Matthew. Please know I am thinking of you and wish you strength, love and comfort in the difficult days ahead.

Richard Laws

September 28, 2010

Kevin I am so sorry for your loss, He is with our lord. Your Mother's cousin Richard Laws

Anne Rheault

September 28, 2010

Kevin & Barbie ,
I am so sorry for your loss , I will keep you all in my prayers and thoughts .
and my condolences to you all ...

September 28, 2010

Dear Kevin, Barbie & Family,

So sorry to hear of your tragic loss. May God bless you and be with you in this time of need. Please know that I am praying for your family. God Bless

Brenda Mc

Kristy Lee

September 28, 2010

I had soo many fun times with you matt & ill never forget them,
rest in peace

Barbara Mitchell

September 27, 2010

Kevin and family

I am so sorry to learn of your loss. I know how proud your were of Matt - we spoke of him so often before class. We will keep Matt and your family in our thoughts and prayers. Please let us know if we can help in any way.

Barbara Mitchell

erin walsh

September 27, 2010

i will never forget matt's laugh. i keep hearing his chuckle in my head. my thoughts and prayers are with you all

September 27, 2010

Barbie, Kevin & Kristy so sorry for your loss.. Mattie will always be in our hearts, thoughts and prayers. We love u all and will miss Mattie. love always jim, patty & family...(parkers=-newman)

Patty Bolstad-Vasile

September 27, 2010

Barbie, Kevin and Kristy, and all of Matthew's family.. so sorry to hear of Matt's passing. Keeping you and your family in my thoughts and Prayers.

kevin carleton

September 27, 2010

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

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