Daniel Joseph "Dan" Coonan, Jr.

September 26, 1938 - April 2, 2021

Daniel J. Coonan, age 82, passed away on April 2, 2021 in St. Augustine, FL. Born to Daniel and Valentine Coonan of Worcester, Massachusetts, Dan graduated from St. Johns High School of Worcester and earned his Bachelor degree at Lowell Technological Institute majoring in Civil Engineering. Dan also served in the U.S. Army and the U.S. Army Reserves. He lived with his wife and raised his family in Grafton, MA for 26 years. Dan worked as a Civil Engineer for the Massachusetts Department of Public Works his entire career before retiring in 1993. Since retiring to St. Augustine over 25 years ago, Dan became an active member of his neighborhood community. He attended St. Anastasia Catholic Church weekly. He enjoyed watching Sunday afternoon football games and listening to his big band music. He would spend time in his garage working on his cars, especially his old Cadillac, and tinkering with all things electrical and mechanical. Dan was preceded in death by his wife of 54 years, Winifred Coonan. He leaves behind his three children and their spouses: Barry and Donna Coonan of Grafton, MA, Sean and Laurie Coonan of Keller, TX, and Tracey and David Costa of Grafton, MA. He also leaves behind 9 grandchildren and 1 great grandson. A memorial mass will be held at 11:30 am on Thursday, April 8, 2021 at St. Anastasia Catholic Church with Fr. Jared De Leo officiating. St. Johns Family Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.