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COYLE, Marie DOVER, NH - Marie Curry Coyle, 91, died April 14 at Dover Rehabilitation and Living Center. Marie was born September 12, 1917 in Philadelphia to Bridget (Gannon) and Patrick Curry. The oldest of six, she had a hand in raising all of her brothers and sisters - the first of four generations of children she guided. She graduated from Hallihan High School in 1936. In 1941, a week before the attack on Pearl Harbor, she married Hugh Coyle. During their 45 years of marriage their adventures took them from Massachusetts to Mexico City and stops along the way. They raised four children and made lifelong friendships. Marie was the consummate wife, mother, grandmom, and homemaker. She could feed an army with a pound of hamburger and made countless servings of "egg in a cup" for her children, grandchildren, and their friends. Marie and Hughie moved to Charleston, South Carolina, in 1975 to be near daughter Kathleen and her family. While living in Charleston, she worked at Neely's Early Childhood Center as the cook for nine years. She was known as Ms. Marie and all the children loved her and her special Beanie Weanies. After Hughie's death in 1986, Marie embarked on new adventures with her daughter Pat, son-in-law Bill, and their children, moving first to Maryland, then settling in Dover in 1990. She is survived by daughter and son-in law Pat and Bill Ross of Dover, NH; daughter and son-in-law Kathleen and John Appleby of Folly Beach; son John Coyle of Los Angeles; sister and brother-in-law Helen and Joe Corey of Trumbull, Connecticut; grandchildren Andy Fletcher and his wife Stacy of Mount Pleasant, Greg Fletcher and his wife Sally, and Emily Fletcher and her fiance Marty Driver of Charleston; Marty and Deborah Faulkner of North Carolina; and Katie, Stuart, and Stephen Ross of Dover; four great grandchildren, Ellie, Gregory, Jackson, and Elizabeth Fletcher; special niece and nephew Judith and Kevin Sheeran of Pennsylvania; and "honorary daughters" Digna Mayo of NH and Anne Wiseman of Canada. In addition to her parents and husband, Marie was predeceased by her son Anthony Coyle; granddaughter Karen Fletcher; and siblings James, Joseph, and Martin Curry and Veronica Sheeran. Marie was a tough, courageous woman - truly a member of the greatest generation. Grandmom, we will never forget you. Visit our guestbook at www.postandcourier.com/ deaths.

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Published by Charleston Post & Courier on Apr. 16, 2009.

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Margaret McMillam

April 22, 2009

Dear Kath, Pat and families,
Ronnie and I were so sorry to here of your Mother's death. Seems like yesterday, we were sitting around singing every song we ever knew. Our famous trip to Wildwood, NJ will forever be one of my fondest memories. Just think of George Ramey and all the fruit!!! It still makes me laugh. Your parents were wonderful to all of the Rocky Mount crazies. I know Pete, Charlie, Bill and Lee are glad they are all together again. Just remember what your mother always told us "Ladies don't smoke!" Just keep the hairspray and toothpaste handy at all times.

Love, Margaret and Ronnie

Michelle and Gary Appleby

April 20, 2009

Hi Kath,

I am sorry to hear about your mom, I am happy that you had a chance to spend some time with her in Charleston in February. The picture of
you, Dad and your Mom at dinner one night was a very nice picture and your mother looked very pretty and happy.

Mom's are special people and I know this must be difficult for you, I hope the memories will always make her still feel part of you.

I know Dad said there was going to be a service in New Hampshire this weekend and that on Sunday you will pay respect at sunset. We
will be thinking of you extra during these times.

Take care and hopefully we will see you in England this summer, not sure but it would be nice if we could both get over at the same time and
be able to see you and Dad.

Love,

Michelle, Gary and Marley

John Appleby

April 20, 2009

We will not see her for a while,
We'll miss her love and grace.
An emptiness will fill our hearts
That no one can replace.
But, one day we will wake to find
She has returned once more
To live within our dail lives
With memories of yore.
Of happy days and family days
That we will share forever
And know within our hearts and souls
We'll always be together.

Chris and Phil Mayer

April 20, 2009

Hi Kath and John

We were sorry to here about Marie. We felt as if we knew her from all the photgraphs you sent us.
Chris went to church and lit a candle for her.

Thinking of you Kath, John and family at this sad time

Chris and Phil

Virginia Ruedger

April 19, 2009

I want to express my sympathy for your loss. Losing a mother and grandmother that was much loved is difficult.
I have enjoyed hearing John share memories with me about her many times.
Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Frankie Doherty

April 19, 2009

I am so very sorry, I know this will leave a big void in your lives, especially Pat. Please offer condolences and love to your family from us.
Margaret called earlier to let me know, she read the obit to me, so very sweet. Your Mom was a grand cook, the first sub I ever had was when she bought all the wonderful bread for subs plus turkey and ham. I had NO idea sandwich could taste that good! Sweet memories..hold on tight to them all.
Love,
Frankie & Harry J.

Reg Stewart

April 18, 2009

Hi Kath

I am very sorry to hear the sad news that your mother has passed away.
How fortunate that you were able to spend some time with her over the last two months, both at Folly and New Hampshire.

Thinking of you

Reg

April 18, 2009

Pat, Bill and Family,
I'm sorry for your loss. Thinking of you,
Renee

April 17, 2009

Dear Kathleen, Pat, Bill and families:

Thank you so much for sharing your mom and grandmom with me and my family. I can't begin to tell you how much that has meant to us.

Grandmom, you will be forever in our hearts and memories.

We love you Grandmom.

Anne, Bill, Karen and Andie Wiseman
Barrie, Ontario, Canada

Sally

April 17, 2009

To All My Family - I would like to say it has been an honor to have Grand Mom in my life. Even though it was for only a very short while, I feel like I knew her always. She will be remembered as a sweet and dear lady, who always treated me like I was one of her own. Thank you for sharing her with me. I love you all.

Doris Boutin-Cyr

April 17, 2009

Dear Pat,Bill and Family,
My deepest sympathy. What a blessing it has been to enjoy Marie's charm when I visited your home. I know that she is at peace in God's hands. She has enriched so many of us over the years.

Sonny Jones

April 17, 2009

Hey Kathleen,
Margaret forwarded your email this morning about your mother. Elizabeth and I are so sorry for your loss. Expecting that it can happen makes it no easier to deal with. I'm glad for both of you that you got to spend some time with her before she passed. Please know that our prayers and thoughts are with you.

Sonny

Digna Mayo

April 16, 2009

Pat, Bill and Family.
Thank you for sharing Marie with us. Your family will always have a place in our hearts.

The Brehms

April 16, 2009

Pat, Bill, Katie, Stuart, and Stephen,

Please accept our deepest sympathy. All of you including Marie have been the best neighbors we have ever had. We will miss her and are very sorry for your loss.

Jeanette and Julian Miller

April 16, 2009

Kathleen, Pat and Families,
We have many fond memories of Ms Marie that we will cherish. We are so grateful to have had her friendship for so long. She was the epitome of the perfect Grandmom.

Deborah Faulkner

April 16, 2009

Hi Kath and Patty,
I am so sad to hear about Grandmom, but her obituary really captured her as I remember her, I only wish I had been able to know all of you better. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Love always,
Deborah

Dianne Hart

April 16, 2009

Pat, Bill and family,
I was heartbroken to hear of Marie's passing. She was a one of a kind soul always bringing a bright spot when she came to the salon. I always looked forward to her visit and conversations. We talked about all the worlds problems and all the worlds gifts and she always left me with a smile. We talked about so many things; recipies, life experiences, love and the crazy world we live in. But most of all we talked about our families. She loved her family with all her heart. Her face would light up when she talked about her grandchildren and what was happenning in there lives. She had a wit and a deep wisdom that I will always cherish. I was blessed to have had such a wonderful friend, she was a gift to all who knew her. I will miss her smile and the twinkle of mischief in her eyes, heaven is a better place with her in it.

Traci O'Rourke

April 16, 2009

Hi there, Fletcher Family,

I wanted extend our sympathies to you at the loss of Miss Marie. Please know that you are all in our prayers as you go through this. She was a wonderful lady and I was lucky to have spent time with her. I hope you have many great memories in your hearts!

Lots of love,
Traci (and Derek and Everett!)

Vivian Whorley

April 16, 2009

Kathleen & John,

I just got Carole’s note about your Mother. I saw her at the festival, all dressed up, elegant, vivacious, and so like I want to be as time goes along. I am so glad I got to meet her for an instant in time. I can understand where your life and energy comes from Kathleen - having met her on the path in her wheel chair and costume. What a lady! My heart and thoughts are with you both.

Vivian

Felicia Guerin

April 15, 2009

Pat, Bill, Katie, Stuart, and Stephen~
My thoughts and prayers are with you all. I remember Marie as so very kind, yet with a razor-sharp wit. I remember her being so grounded in her spirituality, yet always eager to enjoy some mischievous fun. And above all I remember her generosity.
You'll be in my thoughts in the days and months ahead.
Love, Felicia

Sherry & Robin

April 15, 2009

Pat, Bill, Katie, Stuart and Stephen,
Thank you for sharing Marie with us. It was a delight and privilege to know her. She will always remain a part of the Ross family for us. Our thoughts and prayers are with you now.

Olivia Alex

April 15, 2009

Hello Rosses,
I am very very sorry and sad to hear of your/everyone's loss. She was a very sweet woman and I am sure was very grateful for everything you did for her, as I am sure you are grateful for everything she did for you.
Hope things are going as well as they can for you right now, and if you need any help with anything or strange blue brownies, I've got your back.

Lindsey Charles

April 15, 2009

Katie,
I'm really sorry for your loss, and I'm so glad I got to know your grandmom. I'll miss her. My family sends their best to you and your family. Take care,
Love,
Lindsey and the Charles family + Grandma Millie

April 15, 2009

Pat, Bill and Family,
You will all remain in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
The Speechley Family

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