Patrick J. Coyle

Coyle, Patrick J. Let it be joyfully known that Father Patrick J. Coyle born April 8, 1937 in Derry, N. Ireland glorified God while here on earth, finished his labors for a kingdom of love and entered Eternal Life on July 8, 2008. Patrick, a son of the late William and Margaret, N. Ireland, also preceded in death by 10 brothers and two sisters. Survived by brothers George (Eileen), Harry, and Bobby (Nellie) including nieces, nephews, priests of the Duluth Diocese and loving friends. Ordained June 19th, 1960 at All Hallows Seminary, Dublin, Ireland for the Diocese of Duluth serving from 1960-2002. Retired 2002 to Minneapolis, ministering to the Sister's of St. Joseph at Bethany Convent, St. Paul, MN. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at St. Richard's Church, 7540 Penn Ave. S., Richfield, MN on July 17, Thursday at 1:00 pm. Visitation 1 hour prior to Mass. In lieu of flowers, memorials to Minnesota Orchestra, The Center for Victims of Torture or Our Lady of Good Counsel Home. Cremation Society of MN Minneapolis 612-825-2435
This obituary was originally published in the Star Tribune.