Hollywood, SC……….Eloise "Ellie" Bernadett Coyne, age 57 of Hollywood, SC died Wednesday, June 22, 2016 as the result of an automobile accident.
Born October 20, 1958 in Canada, she was a daughter of the late Leo Cyr and Marie Reine April Cyr. She was predeceased by two brothers, Daniel Cyr and Denis Cyr; and one sister, Louise Cyr. Mrs. Coyne was a volunteer coordinator at the Medical University of South Carolina. She loved animals and loved to laugh. She enjoyed traveling, helping others, volunteering and spending time with family, friends and especially her grandchildren.
She is survived by her husband, Patrick Joseph Coyne of the residence; one daughter, Erin Lanier and husband, Daniel of Hurt; two grandchildren, Quenton Lanier and Oakley Lanier; seven sisters, Bea Morse, Marie Manthey, Bernice Nemeth, Pat Fournier, Lucy Vannah, Mary Ann Leclerc, and Flo Cyr; and a nephew, Conor Coyne.
Memorial services will be conducted 11:00 a.m. Saturday, June 25, 2016 at the Sisters of the Visitation, 12221 Bienvenue Road, Rockville, VA.
An Ellie Coyne Memorial Fund for Palliative Care has been established to honor Ellie and her deep passion for palliative care. Checks can be made payable to VCU Massey Cancer Center with Ellie's name referenced in the memo line and sent to P.O. Box 980214, Richmond, VA 23298-0214, or dropped off at the Development Office in the Leigh House or at the Palliative Care Unit in North Hospital, 4th floor. Questions regarding donations to the fund can be directed to Carrie Bickford at 804-827-0652.
Condolences and cards can be sent to Patrick Coyne, 5108 Landing Creek Lane, Hollywood, SC 29449.
Colbert-Moran Funeral Home, Gretna is assisting the family. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.colbertmoran.com.