John Coughlin, 73, formerly of Pottstown, passed away August 12, 2013. Born in Philadelphia, he was a son of the late Edward & Mary (Halinka) Coughlin. He was a real estate speculator.  He served in the Army during the Vietnam War.

            Surviving are children John Coughlin, of Schnecksville; Colleen Coughlin, of Philadelphia; Rachel, wife of Brandon Foose, of Pottstown, and Matthew Coughlin, of Reading; brother, Edward Coughlin, and 4 grandchildren: Katie, Kristy, Natalie, and Gavin; a stepson Carl Coughlin of Philadelphia, 4 nephews and 2 nieces.