James Joseph Coughlin obituary, 1953-2023, Radford, VA

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James Joseph Coughlin

1953 - 2023

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Roy

January 30, 2023

R.i.pmy friend.you are truly missed by us.

Rene Anderson

January 22, 2023

I went to Radford High with Jay. He was funny and we had many good times with friends. I left shortly after high school so did not know him as an adult. But I know he will be missed by family and friends. He was a good guy.

Steven Woolwine

January 21, 2023

So very sorry. Prayers for family.

Johnny Cole

January 20, 2023

So very sorry for your loss prayers for the family.

Tommie Martin

January 19, 2023

Alice, Judith and all The Coughlin Family,

So sorry to hear of your loss. Jay was a really good man. Talented, smart, witty and always true to who he was; a man I looked up to and respected. God bless the family with peace and understanding now and always.

Tommie

Jeannie Bain

January 19, 2023

So sorry to hear of Jay's passing. Thoughts and prayers to the family.

Christina (Hanel) Lovern

January 18, 2023

To the Coughlin family: I am so sorry to hear about Jay. I have such fond memories of him in our early years in Radford, especially at St. Jude’s. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. ❤

January 18, 2023

Jay was the epitome of “one of a kind”. Worked with him for years. Realized the real, hard working, giving, sweet, funny wonderful man that he was. Lifelong family friend who we LOVED DEARLY. JAY, you will be soo missed. Vicki Rhodes

Marceline Hunter

January 15, 2023

Wishing Jay a wonderful life in heaven

Kathy Akers Benedetto

January 14, 2023

To the Coughlin sisters and their families: I was so sorry to learn of the recent illness and death of Jay. I have very fond memories of him form Belle Heth and RHS. He was so obviously loved by many. It was good to see him and have a good conversation at our last reunion. May your good memories bring you comfort.

Kathy Akers Benedetto

January 14, 2023

To the Coughlin sisters and their families,
I´m so very sorry to hear about Jay´s recent illness and death. I have many fond memories of Belle Heth and RHS with him. He was so obviously loved by many. It was good to see him at our last class reunion and have a a good conversation. May your good memories bring you comfort.

Kathy Akers Benedetto

Kimberly

January 14, 2023

Jay Bird!!! I’ll miss you!

Becky Cook Mann

January 14, 2023

My heart is with you dear sisters. So sorry for Jay's passing

Herb Snapp

January 14, 2023

So sorry to read of Jaybird’s passing. He was one very cool guy, a major influence on my life.

Julie LoMascolo Vega

January 13, 2023

So sorry to hear of Jay’s passing. I recall many memories during my time in Radford. Thoughts and prayers go out to the entire Coughlin family.

Lauren LoMascolo

January 13, 2023

So sorry to hear of Jay’s passing. I have many memories of him throughout my years in Radford. Thoughts and prayers go out to the entire Coughlin family.

Jimmy Coleman

January 13, 2023

So sad to know the world has lost one of the kindest, gentlest, and dearest souls I have known. My condolences to his sisters and his numerous friends. A return trip to Radford will not be the same with no Jay Bird. Rest In Peace my dear friend.

Jennifer Pittman

January 13, 2023

Deepest Sympathies and Condolences to the Coughlin Family! Our hearts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.

All Our Love,
Jennifer Pittman, Anthony, Parker and Autumn

Larry McGlamarY

January 13, 2023

Will remember you always

Rich Lucas

January 13, 2023

So sorry to see this. Jay bird was always one of my favorite Radford characters.

Mary Beth

January 12, 2023

Heartbreaking. Was always good to be in his company. Will miss that sparkle in his eye. Big hugs to all.
All our love, your Northern Cousins

Rocky Carneal

January 12, 2023

Sorry for your loss Alice and Judith.
Rocky Carneal

Janet Dunford

January 12, 2023

So very sorry for this loss he was such a good person. I had the pleasure of working with him at Chris in Radford
along with Lillian King and Tommy Christian and Eddie Radar. Always fun loving and fun to work with. He also was fond of my mom Cosby, he helped put a roof on her house years ago. To know Jay Bird was to love him and have a friend forever. You'll be greatly missed R.I.P, my friend . Janet (King) Dunford, Frank and Greg King

Bonnie Meredith

January 12, 2023

So very sorry to learn of Jay's passing. He was certainly one of a kind and will be missed by many.

Bobby McGuire

January 12, 2023

So sorry to hear about my friend, Jay, passing away. We were close friends, especially when we went to Belle Heth. I've been in their home many times, probably because he had so many sisters,. His parents was aways so friendly. Jay's family is our prayers. God bless. Rest in peace Buddy .

Mary Goodykoontz

January 12, 2023

Jay was a good friend to many people over the years, and one of the funniest and kindest people I've known. We were all lucky to have had the chance to know such a unique and dear person. He will be missed so much. Deepest sympathy to all of the Coughlin family for your great loss.

Ann McFarland

January 12, 2023

Jay was one-of-a-kind, for sure. So smart, so funny, so kind. I'm very sorry for his family and friends to lose him. We will miss him keenly.

Michael DeVilbiss

January 12, 2023

My condolences to the Coughlin family.
My thoughts and prayers are with you.
RIP my friend, I will surely miss you the rest of my life.

Janet Fisher

January 12, 2023

So very sorry to hear about the sudden passing of Jay. Thinking about you all during this difficult time. ❤

Larry and Wanda Humphrey

January 12, 2023

Our deepest sympathy to Jay's family. Jay worked for us remodeling houses for many years along with his buddy Mike. There was no job too dirty for Jay, he would laugh and jump right in. He will be missed.

Jackie Ratcliffe

January 12, 2023

Jay was "One of a Kind" type of man never met a stranger. Like many that knew him in the 70's-80's . Pleasure to know I drank a cold beer with him. RIP Jay...

Colleen Coleman

January 11, 2023

I was deeply saddened upon hearing that my dear friend Jay has passed away. Sending sincere sympathy to the Coughlin family for their loss. Jay was a great friend for many years. I have so many memories of him that I will cherish forever. He loved drinking beer and listening to music. I will never forget his laugh, his jokes, and his kind blue eyes. I can't believe he's gone.

Pam Semones

January 11, 2023

I’m so sorry for your loss. Sending hugs and prayers to the family.

Matthew Brock

January 11, 2023

Considered Jay a close friend for about 60 years. Grew up together, had our first communion, and served as alter boys together for many years at St. Judes. Don't know anyone that had more friends than Jay. He will be missed by many for sure. Condolences to the Coughlin family.

Rob Gardiner

January 11, 2023

Sorry to hear of Jay’s passing, a true friend to many, who will be greatly missed. My condolences are sent at this time keeping the family in my thoughts and prayers at this most difficult time.

Debra & Charley Hoover

January 11, 2023

Our condolences to the Coughlin family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this most difficult time.

MICHAEL ALDERMAN

January 11, 2023

My condolences to the family. Rest in Peace, old friend.

Anne Hall

January 11, 2023

Deepest sympathy to the entire Coughlin family. Thoughts and prayers are with you. Love from Anne and Jeff Hall

Jackie

January 11, 2023

Say hey to everyone up there Jay- you’ll be missed.

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January 11, 2023

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Visitation

1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.

St. Jude Catholic Church

1740 Tyler Road, Christiansburg, VA

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Funeral Mass

1:00 p.m.

St. Jude Catholic Church

1740 Tyler Road, Christiansburg, VA

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