Edward F. Coyne Jr.

Edward F. Coyne, Jr., 87, of Bonita Springs, Florida, passed away peacefully at his residence on October 15, 2025. Born on October 29, 1937, in Oak Park, Illinois, he was the beloved son of the late Edward F. and Sarah (née Hennigan) Coyne, Sr. Ed had been a resident of Bonita Springs since 1997, moving there from San Jose, California. Ed was a proud graduate of St. Ignatius High School in Chicago, Illinois, and in 1959 he completed his undergraduate studies in philosophy at John Carroll University. He went on to earn a Master’s Degree in Public Administration from Golden Gate University and later achieved his Doctor of Law Degree from John F. Kennedy University in Orinda, California. From 1960 to 1963, Ed honorably served as a commissioned officer in the United States Marine Corps. He continued his commitment to service as a member of the U.S. Army Reserve, as an instructor assigned to the 6227th USAR School, where he retired with the rank of Master Sergeant. Ed dedicated much of his professional life to law enforcement and education. From 1963 through 1974, he served with the Berkeley Police Department, rising to the rank of Sergeant. He then began a long and meaningful career as an Instructor of Administration of Justice at San Jose Community College, where he taught and mentored students until his retirement in 1996. After relocating to Bonita Springs, Ed embraced his love of the ocean by becoming a certified scuba diving instructor. He treasured the time spent exploring the Florida Keys, especially on diving adventures shared with his daughter, Elizabeth. Ed will be dearly missed by his family and friends. He is survived by his children: Elizabeth Ann Coyne-Ringbom (Luis Rea), Edward F. Newcomb (Julie), and Sarah Marie Coyne; and his grandson, Seamus Michael Newcomb. He is also survived by his devoted sisters: Nancy Coyne Kennedy (The late Patrick), Bernadette Coyne McGuire (Tom), Rita Coyne Manion (Mark), and Meg Coyne Fox (Bill); his dear nephew, Matthew Kennedy; his very close friends, Paul and Barbara Gray and numerous nieces and nephews. A Memorial Mass to celebrate Ed’s life will be held at 10:00 AM on Thursday, October 30, 2025, at St. Leo the Great Catholic Church, 28300 Beaumont Road, Bonita Springs, Florida. Interment will follow at Sarasota National Cemetery at a later date. To sign his guest register or leave online condolences, please visit www.ShikanyFuneralHome.com Arrangements are being handled by Shikany’s Bonita Funeral Home Family Owned and Operated Since 1978.

Edward F. Coyne Jr.

October 29, 1937 - October 15, 2025