Gary Richard Coupal

Gary Richard Coupal obituary, Athol, MA

Gary Richard Coupal

Gary Coupal Obituary

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Gary Richard Coupal, age 62, of Athol formerly of Littleton passed away on Saturday, July 13, 2019. He was the husband of Vera. Born in Littleton, MA, he was the son of Jean Ellen Champagne and the late Arthur Richard Coupal. He attended Littleton Schools and was very active in a number of organizations community-wide throughout his childhood and teen years. In Littleton, he was well-known and well-loved and he always called Littleton "home." He left home and proudly served his country in the United States Army for 20 years. Gary lived an adventurous and colorful life and enjoyed a storied career. He was a Patriot and an American Hero. Gary's friends and family around the globe already miss his unmistakable presence. Along with his wife and mother Gary is survived by his daughter Jillian, son-in-law Andrew and grandchildren: Deuce, Troy, Couper and Sloan; his brother Rob and sisters: Judy, Cindy, Mary and Kerri; two Aunts, Judy and Sandy; and many nieces, nephews, cousins and beloved friends. Family and friends will gather to honor and remember Gary on Thursday, July 25, 2019 from 6:00-8:00 pm at the Badger Funeral Home, 347 King St., Littleton. A celebration of life for Gary will be held on Sunday August 11, 2019, from 11:00 AM until 1:00 PM at Cathedral of the Pines, 10 Hale Hill Road, Rindge, NH. In lieu of flowers, kindly consider giving to the following in Gary's memory: Rolling Thunder Inc. Vermont Chapter 1, P.O. Box 8391 Brattleboro, VT 05304.

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January 2, 2020

Dennis Maloney posted to the memorial.

July 27, 2019

Michelle Stevens posted to the memorial.

July 26, 2019

Tim Holland posted to the memorial.

Dennis Maloney

January 2, 2020

We just heard about Gary's passing today. We worked with Gary at the RSA Conference in San Francisco for many years and alway appreciated his knowledge and guidance. We will miss his presence, and our sincere condolences to his family and colleagues.
Dennis Maloney
Maloney Security

Michelle Stevens

July 27, 2019

I am so sorry to hear that Gary passed away. Your video Tribute was beautiful. Gary & I went to high school together. I'm just speechless at the news that he passed...we all are. So with that I will simply say that my heartfelt condolences are being sent to his wife Vera, his daughter, son in law, grandkids, family & his friends. He was & shall forever remain an amazing man and we shall always remember Gary as a husband, father, brother, grandfather, friend & patriot. RIP my friend. Michelle Stevens, Littleton & Florida

Tim Holland

July 26, 2019

Vera, Carol and I are heartbroken at the loss of Gary. His persona will live on globally as he touched so many people's lives. I'm struggling to find the correct words to describe a man of such integrity and virtue. He brought smiles to so many people and a lot of the time he wasn't even trying!

Our thoughts and prayers to you and Family

- Tim Holland, Fellow Globetrotter and Friend

Sang Castle

July 26, 2019

Vera, So sorry to hear about your loss of your dear husband, Gary. He will be greatly missed by all of us!!
Sang Castle and family

Karin & Jon Fehr

July 24, 2019

Vera, our thoughts and prayers are with you doing this difficult time of loss.
Gary was such a special guy, we will always have found memories of him.

Karin & Jon Fehr

Robert Gilford

July 23, 2019

My thoughts and prayers are with Gary's family with respect to their loss. I worked with Gary in the Army and he was always someone who could be counted on when the need arose. So sad to hear of the passing of someone of such great character.

Michael Hunt

July 23, 2019

I am shocked and saddened to hear of Gary's passing. Gary will always be remembered as an extremely charismatic personality who was impossible to not notice. He was a natural leader. He was very kind and giving. He commanded the room. It was no surprise to me that he served his country admirably for 20 years. You are a hero and a patriot. May you Rest In Peace my friend.

Scott Cloutier

July 23, 2019

Our thoughts and prayers are with all of the family at this most difficult of times, he was a great patriot. Rest in Peace my brother,
Scott & Kim Cloutier RTVT 1

Bruce Fowler

July 23, 2019

Gary was a good friend, and more. Always smiling, whatever task he was given was done with care and genuine good will. We of Rolling Thunder Vermont 1 Chapter will forever miss his smiling face and commitment. Till Valhalla Gary. Slow hand salute Brother.

Marybeth and Skip Hayward

July 23, 2019

Our hearts are breaking for Vera and Gary's family. We will always feel blessed to have been able to call him our friend.

LAURI (CHAMPNEY) FRITZ

July 23, 2019

So sad to hear. Back in our school days Gary was always a kind kid. He certainly had a big heart. I am so glad to have seen him again at our class reunion, and to have been his friend on Facebook. God bless, Gary.

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