Emile Pierre Coulon

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the unexpected passing of Emile Pierre Coulon on March 7, 2024. Born on November 24, 1937, in Boston, MA, Emile was the cherished eldest son of Emile P. Coulon and Julia Bradham.

A true adventurer and world traveler with an insatiable zest for learning and doing, Emile embraced life with a twinkle in his eye and an unmatched joie de vivre. Emile lived alongside his beloved wife Beverly Sutton Coulon, and they were longtime residents of both Nantucket, MA and Wayland, MA. Emile leaves behind a legacy of love, generosity, humor, and unwavering commitment to family.

Emile is survived by his devoted daughters, Claudine Coulon and Amanda Coulon, and his five adored granddaughters: Lauren Proctor, Sophia Proctor, Autumn Proctor, Marin Fleischmann, and Paloma Fleischmann. Emile also leaves his surviving siblings Anne Matthies, Julie Coulon, Maurice (Buzzy) Coulon, as well as many treasured extended family members. He is preceded in death by his loving sister Susie Fine and his beloved son, Christian Coulon.

A proud alumnus of the Boston Latin School, the University of Vermont, and the Harvard Business School, Emile had deep roots in the Boston community. Emile was also a proud member of the Armed Forces, serving in Germany ~ 1961 to 1964. After years in leading international business ventures for the First National Bank of Chicago, Emile became an entrepreneur and pioneer, breaking into the Software as a Solution business, successfully leading his company for over 20 years through turbulent market conditions.

In addition to his professional achievements, Emile was a passionate advocate for his community, involved in many organizations and clubs. Throughout his adult life, Emile generously devoted his time to several nonprofit organizations in the Boston area, notably Golf for All and the Economic Education Foundation, where he championed causes related to education and veterans' welfare. Emile was also an enthusiastic history buff and ceaseless consumer of books, as well as a 40+ year member of the Unitarian Universalist church in Wayland, MA.

Despite his global escapades, adventurous spirit, and busy extra-curricular life, above all else, Emile was a family man. He found no greater joy than spending time with his wife, children, and grandchildren, and happily fishing off the coast of Nantucket with his family at his side.

Emile's zest for life, dedication to helping others, and passion for leaving the world a better place will be deeply missed by all who had the privilege of knowing him.

A Remembrance Gathering will be held at Duckett Funeral Home on March 16, 2024 between the hours of 2 and 4:30 PM.

In lieu of flowers, we invite you to consider making a donation to the charity of your choice in his memory.