Bill:
When I think of great people, it\’s not presidents or famous wide receivers or rock stars that I think about. I think about men like Mr. Coyle.
His tremendous contributions to Country and community are not easily measured, or engraved on a plaque, because he was the type of individual who touched you and inspired you one on one. His demeanor was always positive. Whenever he greeted you, he was genuine, warm, gracious & dignified.
I\’m sure some of the \”old timers\” could relate some hilarious stories of when they and Marty were all young Turks, and the path of the world was still a new road to be traveled. But I knew Mr. Coyle as a man that I could gain wisdom from when I was a \”whipper-snapper\” (although I didn\’t realize it at the time)
I gained many a life\’s lesson from observing this charismatic, lively man. The important lessons that are not taught in any Ivy League school. Like how to treat all people with respect; how to be humble; how to look for some sun shine on a rainy day. Marty Coyle could have taught a class on these topics at Harvard….. A damn good guy that Marty Coyle!
I\’m a better man for having known him.
My deepest condolences to his wonderful family.
Tom Gurick, Gloucester City
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