Funeral services set for Crittenden deputy Rick Coyle

Funeral services have been arranged for Crittenden County Sheriff's deputy Richard Joseph “Rick” Coyle, who died Thursday at home following injuries from being shot in the line of duty on April 2.

Coyle was also a school resource officer at Crittenden County High School.

Services will be held on Friday at 2 p.m. at Rocket Arena in Marion. Private committal services will follow. 

Crittenden County Schools will not be in session Friday to allow students, staff and families to attend services.

Coyle is survived by his wife, Jami Coyle of Marion; sister Annamaria (Bob) Iacullo of Chicago; three nieces; and his mother-in-law, Marguerite Garner. 

Gilbert Funeral Home in Marion is in charge of arrangements. Donations may be made to Supporting Heroes or the Chicago Police Memorial Fund.