COUGHLIN, Francis X. “Rip”; Age 71; May 1, 2016. Beloved son of the late Francis and Ellen (Whelan) Coughlin. Loving father of Colleen Coughlin, Shannon Coughlin, Kelly Coughlin, and Dana Finneran (Chris). Dearest grandfather of Lola and Calvin Finneran. Dear brother of Mary Ellen Stevenson, Ann Chevalier (Bob), Michaela Hector (Tom), and Joseph Coughlin (Donna). Also survived by his many loving nieces, nephews, remaining family members and friends. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Denver Zoo, The Capuchins, and STEP (Service to Enhance Potential). 

Visitation 4-9 PM Tuesday at Chas. Verheyden Funeral Home, Inc., 16300 Mack Ave., Grosse Pointe Park.

Light a candle and share a memory at: www.verheyden.org