Brian Patrick Coyne, a lifelong and proud resident of West Scranton, passed away on December 30th with the love of his life by his side. Everyone who knew Brian witnessed his boundless devotion and absolute adoration for his loving wife, Joanne Mackarey Coyne, who he so affectionately referred to as “Sparkles”. They would have celebrated their 40th wedding anniversary this January.
Brian was a 1976 graduate of West Scranton High School and a proud member of the Invaders wrestling team. He was a pressman for over 40 years and a member of the Teamsters Union. He spent his retirement as a full-time caregiver for his wife, but don’t feel bad for him, spending time with her and his family was the joy of his life under any circumstances.
Brian had a larger than life personality and never met a stranger. He could spark up a conversation with anyone and there’s no doubt they would leave the conversation laughing and most likely with a kiss. The only thing bigger than his personality was his heart, especially for his children, grandchildren and all things Penn State. Brian looked forward to family time with such joy and his grandchildren loved spending time with their grandpa. He was a creature of habit and any disruption in his routine was catastrophic, much like the loss his family and loved ones have endured since his passing. He will be forever missed so profoundly.
He was preceded in death by his parents, John R. And Helen Coyne and his brothers Michael (Catherine) and James (Kathleen). In addition to his wife, he is survived by his children; Rosemarie Coyne and partner Keith Cavallotti, Scranton, Sadie Baldinucci and husband Tony, Scranton, Gabriel Coyne and partner Samantha Erikhman and Brianna Navoczynski and husband DJ; along with Grandchildren Parker, Ezra, Asher, Wesley, Jaxon and Sophia. He is also survived by his siblings; John (Ellen) Coyne, Sr Mary Ellen Coyne, IHM, Joanne (Robert) Hill, Patrick (Stephanie) Coyne, Robert Coyne, Gerald (Marie Curmaci) Coyne, Linda (Brian) Marcks, Joseph (Paula Booth) Coyne, Thomas Coyne and Paul Coyne; as well as dozens of nieces, nephews, and extended family members.
Friends may call Tuesday from 9am until 11:45am in the Thomas J. Hughes Funeral Home, 1240 St. Ann's Street, Scranton with a mass of Christian burial at St Ann’s Basilica Parish at noon. Interment Cathedral Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, a donation could be made to Compassionate Care ALS - ccals.org/donate
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Karen Caruso
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So very sorry for your loss.
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Eileen Nowakowski
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Rest easy my cousin. Words will never be able to express the sadness I feel.
My deepest sympathies to your beautiful family. To my Coyne cousins, I love you all.
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erin
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what a loss to the family. please know you are all in my thoughts. sending condolences and love to you all.
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Mr and Mrs Richard Davies
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Sorry for your loss.
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Dave Davis
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Thoughts & prayers are w/ all of you... May God bless you all...
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Teresa Ralph Marino
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Rose, I am so sorry to hear of the passing of your Dad. You and your family will be in our thoughts and prayers.
Teresa & Ralph Marino
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Denise zabielski
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My deepest condolences to Brian's family and friends. He was a great friend. 💙
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Joanie Mellon
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Dearest Joanne and Family,
Our most heartfelt sympathy in the loss of this very special husband, father and grandfather.
Everyone has been blessed to know Brian whom is in God’s hands and will always be remembered.
Love, Joanie and Tony
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Joseph Novotka
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My Condolences to the Coyne family. I knew Brian all through my life, until I left Scranton to begin my life at 22 years of age. He was a great friend. I will miss him.
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Lois Beseda
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So very sorry for your loss
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Linda Linko Pirritano
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My deepest condolences to Joanne and family.. Brian was a wonderful person and a loving husband, Father, and Grandfather.. RIP Brian.. Sincerely, Linda Pirritano
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Michael Selemba
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So sorry for your loss.
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Maribeth Leonard Harrington
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My thoughts and prayers are with the family, especially Linda and Sr. Mary Ellen. Another beautiful soul gone too soon. May Brian rest in eternal peace.
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Sr. Judy O’Brien
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My heartfelt condolences and prayers are with all of the Coyne family, especially Joanne and her children. You have all of the prayers and love of the IHM Congregation.
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Peter G Ciullo
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Absolutely a prince of a guy. I fortunate I got to know him.
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Pat & Bernie Kasiewicz
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I am so sorry for your loss. He was a great man!
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Sister Kathleen Joy Sreck, IHM
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Although I never met Brian, I DO know Mary Ellen and can just imagine what a faithful friend Brian was to his friends. Her kindness, generosity and good fellowship must run in the family. I shall keep all of the Coyne family in my thoughts and prayers.
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Jim Snyder
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To Brians family and all the extended family Brian was my first friend growing up on Watson St. from 5 yrs. old til we moved off Watson St. We remained friends thru life a better man you will never meet!
God bless him and his wonderful family!
Forever in my prayers you will be missed at our 50th class reunion this year!
Jim Snyder
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Jim Buckley
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Prayers and condolences to the whole family. May he RIP ☘️☘️🙏🙏
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Sr. Eileen Coleman
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I am so sorry for your loss. My prayers for your family and that the support of friends and family will ease your grief.
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Bob and Kate Riley
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Never has an obit captured the heart and soul of a person as well as this. Brian was a giant amongst mere mortals. His smile and his heart were vehicles of peace and love; his devotion to Joanne was unmatched. God bless his family. He has his reward in heaven.
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Frank Bonacci
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Very sorry for your loss. My condolences to the family. A genuine and friendly guy. Good memories from our high school days.
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Charles and Christine Sperrazza
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Sending our heartfelt condolences, love, and prayers to the entire Coyne family. May God‘s peace and comfort be with you all.
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Anna Mecca Finnerty
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I am very sorry for your loss
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Steve Rakowicz
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Remembering the good memories growing up with Brian in Lincoln Heights, God rest your soul in peace and may He bless and keep your family strong. R.I.P.
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Joanne Schoenagel
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Rest in peace my friend
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Patrick and Mary Dunleavy
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We are so very sorry to hear of the passing of Brian. Please know our thoughts and prayers are with you at this very difficult time.
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Ann Marie Derchak DeNaples
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So Very Sorry, for your loss.
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Claudine and Jim Gaughan
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We are so very for your loss. Thinking of you all and praying for your strength during this difficult time. Our Deepest Condolences.
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STEVE TOOMEY
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Very sorry to hear about Brian..Our Watson St neighbors growing up..great childhood together in the Heights.god bless him and the entire Coyne family.
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Pam and Russ Moyer
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We are so sorry for your loss. Our hearts and prayers are with you.
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Carla Salvaggio
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I'm so very sorry for you loss❤️
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Tom & Ann Rafter
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So sorry for your loss. My condolences to his family.
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Mark Race
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Sorry for your loss.
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Linda LaCoste -Suraci
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I am so very sorry for the loss of your Dad, Rose and all of your family. May his memory be a blessing. 🙏🏻❤️
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Bob Manley
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Best Co Worker a guy could ever ask for. So sorry for your loss. He was a great guy all around. RIP my friend. I will miss you.
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Bill McAndrew
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Rose, I’m so very sorry for your loss. Please accept my deepest condolences to you and your family on the passing of your dad, Brian. May the love and memories you shared bring you comfort during this difficult time, and may he rest in peace.
Bill
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Steve Woodbridge
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Joanne,
Please accept my condolences. As you and all the Coyne family know, he was a special kind of person. His wit was definitely a strong point, as was his genuineness with others. But neither outshine the Love he had (still has) for you.
Rosemarie, Sadie, Gabriel and Brianna and grandchildren, I am sure he is still smiling with pride as he looks down on you.
And to “The Watson Street Coyne family”, Brian learned so much from each of you. I can only say that he imparted to me some of his wit, value of friendship, and appreciation of family. And I know he did so with many others. It was his nature.
I learned most of these through everyday conversations as I walked with him along Coyne/Watson Street paper route.
Although there was one time when he let me throw the newspaper. It landed on the front porch roof. We looked at each other and I asked what we should do. He smiled and said “Just keep walking … fast”. We delivered the next 8-10 newspapers faster than ever before, had a good laugh and continued on at a normal pace. He had a “bit of the divil” in him. But not much and only with good humor.
I won’t go into the sleigh riding at The Ski Jump which he planned with all the friends. Nor will I go into getting Tim Burns and I to go on a scavenger hunt on a VERY cold Saturday morning back in February 1969. Only Brian could convince folks to do such things. Anyway you all know the ending of that adventure. Suffice to say that, like Brian, it is a long lasting memory I hope to always retain.
Suaimhneas i síocháin, a chara.
Steve
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William & Laura Osborne
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Our deepest sympathies William & Laura Osborne
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Nancy Cummings Tierney
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My deepest sympathy to Joanne & family & the whole Coyne family. What a tremendous loss, Brian was a true wonderful guy. May he rest in peace
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William O’Hearn
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To the Coyne Family my deepest. Condolences on your loss. RIP Brian
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Casey C Langford
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Our hearts are broken. We are so sorry for your loss. The family is in our heart, thoughts and prayers.
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