Joanne D. Coyne
February 6, 1932 ~ January 16, 2016
South Portland-Joanne D. Coyne, 83, of Ridgeland Avenue, died peacefully surrounded by her loving family on Saturday, January 16, 2016, at Mercy Hospital. She was born in Portland on February 6, 1932, a daughter of Joseph D. and Margaret M. (Ridge) Meehan. She attended Portland High School. She married John C. Jack Coyne on July 7, 1951, at the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception in Portland. Joanne worked as a CNA in hospitals and private practice. She enjoyed crocheting, playing bingo, shopping, cruising, traveling to see family, and trips to Ireland and Hawaii. She was a member of the Red Hat Society. She is predeceased by her husband Jack; two sisters, Margaret Mary Brown and Lucia Agnes Linton; a brother, Joseph D.Meehan Jr.; longtime companion, Robert G. Hasson Sr.; daughter-in-law, Gina Coyne; and best friend, Faye Joyce. She is survived by two daughters, Theresa A. and husband Reginald Conohan of South Portland and Margaret F. and husband Albert Wilkes of South Portland; two sons, John J. Coyne of South Portland and Kevin J. Coyne of South Portland; twin sister, Ann Mosley of Portland; a brother, Thomas Toppy and wife Wanda Meehan of Fresno, California; six grandchildren, Heather Seavey, John Coyne, Lauren Conohan, Shannon Bragdon, Bridget Card, and Alex Bragdon; and four great grandchildren, Quincy Seavey, Sydney Seavey, Dakoda Coyne, and Delaney Coyne. Visiting hours will be 4:00 7:00 pm, Tuesday, at Conroy-Tully Crawford South Portland Chapel, 1024 Broadway, South Portland. Prayers will be recited 10:15 am, Wednesday, at the chapel followed by an 11:00 am Mass of Christian Burial at Holy Cross Church, 124 Cottage Road, South Portland. Burial will take place at Calvary Cemetery, South Portland. To visit Joannes memorial page or share online condolences, please visit www.ctcrawford.com.
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You were a wonderful Mother, wife and friend to so many. You did so much for Heather, Johnny and myself over the years. We will be forever grateful for your genorosity and kind caring heart. We were blessed to have you in our lives and will miss you more than words can say. You were one hell of a lady. we love you Nee Jo.
– Peggy
To Joanne’s Family, I wish to express my deepest sympathy. She was a beautiful lady, a kind, caring woman. My thoughts and prayers to all the family. God bless Joanne and God be with you all to give you comfort. Sincerely, Maureen Regan
– Maureen Nealley Regan
May you rest in PEACE Aunt Joanne. With love and big (( hugs )) from your Great Niece, Kathy
– Kathy Dattolo
I met Joanne less than three years ago, but she soon became a loving and thoughtful friend.I will miss her but will cherish my memories of her. I sadly wish to send my thoughts and prayers to her family.
– Pat Williams
Dear Johnny and family, My sincere sympathy on the loss of your mother. She was a very nice lady. Sincerely, Jane
– Jane Seymour Pearson
I am so sorry to hear of Joanne’s death. I have known her from the 8th gr., High school and we belonged to the Red Hats, I always thought a lot of Joanne, she was a beautiful Woman both inside and out. She was thoughtful and caring Woman. My thoughts are for her Sister Ann today and Joanne’s family. She will be missed.~~~
– Barbara Wildes
To the family, A wonderful, kind,funny and caring person. We worked together many years.She was always a bright light in caring for our elderly…she will be missed. M.J. Mortensen
– Margaret J. Mortensen
To Theresa, John, Margaret, and Kevin, I wish to express my deepest sympathy. Your Mother was unfailing kind and thoughtful to my entire family. We all thought she was the most marvelous and caring woman that God could have created. She provided comfort and support to my mother in her darkest hours and gave her an outlet of hope. It is my hope and prayer that her wonderful life will bring some comfort to you as you mourn her passing.Sincerely, Steve Jensen
– Steve Jensen
My heartfelt sympathy to Terry & Reggie & all of Joanne’s family. We have lost a kind, considerate, loving & beautiful woman. Our thoughts & prayers are with you today & every day during this most difficult time. God bless you, Joanne. Love Always, Jane & Rob.
– Jane S. Boyd
My deepest sympathy and condolences to her children and grandchildren. She was the sweetest lady. I can only imagine how sad you must all be. Maine will never be the same without Aunt Joanne.
– Susan Jensen Byom
Dear Terry, Reggie, Lauren, and Bridget…I’m sorry to hear about Nee. She was such a wonderful woman. Sending you all my love during this difficult time.
– Maegan Laplante