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Kevin Coughlin Obituary
It is with a heavy heart that we announce that Kevin John Coughlin, b. 7/5/1948 entered into eternal rest in Redwood City, CA. Born in Tallahassee, FL, to Dr. Paul Coughlin and Claire Busby Coughlin, he graduated Leon High School in '66 before enlisting in the Marines. He proudly served in the Vietnam War, and moved to California in the early 70s. He was very passionate about his service in AA, Peninsula Bible Church, Menlo Park Presbyterian Church, Street Life Ministries and the VA hospital. Kevin worked in the Silicon Valley for 20 years, before responding to his Father's call to become a Chaplain at the VA hospital. At the time of his death he had obtained his M. Div. and was working on his BS in Psychology. He is preceded in death by his parents, and brother, Brian. He is survived by siblings Richard, Louise, Carroll, Hannah, Kathleen, Terry, Tim and Brent; daughters Amy and Melissa; 5 grandchildren; as well as 12 nieces and 9 nephews, and 8 great nieces and 7 great nephews. Mass will be dedicated in his memory at St. Louis Catholic Church, 3640 Fred George Rd, at 6 pm on Saturday, April 6. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to the Palo Alto VA Hospital (650) 493-5000. Informational updates may be found at www.spanglermortuary.com.
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Ginni Chambers
March 26, 2022
I still think of Kevin and miss him... We used to sing in the choir at PBC and I am married to a veteran of the Korean War... I look forward to seeing Kevin in Heaven for eternity... Much sympathy to all of his family.
Kit Golson
December 31, 2017
Message from David Phillips ,
Kevin and I were good friends in Vietnam and I'm trying to connect with anyone who may know how I can get in touch with any of his immediate
Hi David, I'm pretty sure Kevins younger sister Hannah Coughlin, lives in Tallahassee and you can find her on Facebook. Kevin and I grew up in Tallahassee, went to same schools. When we mived to Redwood City in 1996, I was surprised to find we had mived three blocks away frim Kevin. I was so sad he died so young!
Mike Cunningham
January 2, 2014
Kevin will be missed. We had some great times at Blessed Sacrament, years ago. He is, I know, with my Brother Jeff in Heaven, awaiting us all. God Bless.
Paul Farris
April 27, 2013
Kevin, I will miss you dearly. I'll remember always your kind words, candid truth, sense of humor, and great hugs. Part of my life and recovery I owe to you, and I am so grateful to have been a small part of your life.
Ginni Chambers
April 9, 2013
How we miss you at PBC, Kevin. You were a brother, a fellow choir member back in the 90's and a dear friend to so many. We look forward to seeing you again in Glory with Jesus. May the Lord comfort all your family and friends.
Paul Gross
April 6, 2013
I don't think a day has gone by that I don't hear Kevin speak to me -- and I doubt that will change. He inspired me, angered me and ,most of all, he saved me. His memory will live long past my life because I speak about him often, always grateful for his wisdom. He was and always will be "mi padrino". Gracias Kevin.
Pedro Muniz
April 6, 2013
I called him the first day I was released from an institution. A few years earlier, he'd offer to help me, I was a wreck. I brushed him off.
He met with me, and I am alive today because God put him in my path.
I will always carry you in my heart. Dios Te bendiga hermano Kevin
Bob Piccard
April 4, 2013
I've been trying to remember when I met Kevin. I was not older than six and maybe I was five. I'm sorry he's gone and my deepest sympathies to his family.
Gary S.
April 4, 2013
I have know Kevin for the last 23 years in the recovery community, He was what we call a trenchman (someone who never forgot to stay grateful for his recovery
Cindy Cockcroft
April 4, 2013
I am so sad for your loss-Kevin was an amazing and joyfilled person-
Who carried that message to so many others-many days I picture Kevin hear his voice saying go out and make it a great day, unless of course you have made other plans...
Ouevinr friend K
April 4, 2013
jeff bruton
April 3, 2013
all of us lost a good man! he will be missed! my condolences!
April 3, 2013
So saddened to hear of the loss of Kevin. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Sandy Keeler Powell
Timothy Michael Kral
April 3, 2013
On July 17th 1994, an early Monday morning at Goose Creek City Limits in Mt. View, California, I asked Kevin to help me. Since then, he never left my side, ever. I am here, alive today because the Holy Spirit worked through Kevin to save my life. We prayed and broke bread together. Monica, my daughter, got her Dad back, of which we are eternally grateful. Love, The Kral Family from Palo Alto, CA
Ann P
April 2, 2013
Glad you are with Jesus. May you rest in peace. Amen
April 2, 2013
:"Welcome Home" and may our Lord grant you the well deserved eternal rest in HIs Presence.
Tom Derzypolski
Vietnam 69-70
Cindy and Joe Jacobs
April 2, 2013
So very sorry for your loss. We will keep your family in our prayers.
Sara Marie Barrow Steyerman
April 1, 2013
My deepest condolences to all the Coughlin family. I have warm memories of Kevin and all his brothers and sisters when we lived across the street from each other on 6th Ave. God bless you all!
March 31, 2013
To all the Coughlin family... I am so sorry to hear that Kevin died. He lived only two blocks away from me here in Redwood City for these last 17 years and we saw each other from time to time and had a few long talks.. he came to our home a few times and I met his lovely granddaughter. I was so impressed with his passion and dedication to finding his way into God's work... he was never at a loss for words!...he worked very hard and became an important member of the helping community here in Silicon Valley... It was always so nice for me to feel.. so far away from Tallahassee and the days at Blessed Sacrament.. that I had such a good old friend just down the block. My deepest sympathies to all.. and Kevin, rest in peace, knowing you did wonderful things here...Kit Cunningham Golson
David F. Lee
March 31, 2013
In honor of his service to the United States Marine Corps and our Country. Semper Fi.
David F. Lee
Senior Vice Commandant
Arthur R. Meyer, Jr. Marine Corps League
Detachment 472, Tallahassee, FL
Steve Kujawa
March 31, 2013
God's peace and consolations to all of you. I know he is with Paul and Claire, glorify God and praying for us. I will remember him at Mass and in my daily prayers.
Yours in Jesus,
Betty Edenfield Piephoff
March 31, 2013
Semper fi and well done! May you rest in eternal peace, Kevin.
Carrie Slaughter-Cederholm
March 31, 2013
Hannah, I am so very sorry to learn of your bother's death. Please know that my prayers are with you and your family. God Bless!
March 31, 2013
Kathee, I was very sorry to hear of your loss. Our prayers and condolences. Odis,Jim & Bob Kendrick..............
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