Judy Coughlin Cause Of Death: What Happened To Tom Coughlin’s Wife?

Judy Coughlin, the wife of former Giants head coach Tom Coughlin has died. She died Wednesday, Nov. 2, 2022 at the age of 77.

Judy and Tom have been married since 1967 and they shared four children – two daughters, Keli and Katie, and two sons, Brian and Tim.

In a statement, Tom announced the passing of his dear wife;

“My cherished wife and our beloved mother and grandmother, Judy Whitaker Coughlin, passed away this morning at the age of 77.”

“Judy was a remarkable woman in every way. She lived a life filled with love and unselfishly gave her heart and soul to others. Judy made you feel like an old friend from the first hug to the last. She was a mother to all on and off the field.

“For everyone who knew and loved Judy, the enormity of her absence cannot be put into words, but the immense kindness she showed to others will always endure. Our hearts are broken, but we know she is free from suffering and at peace with our lord.”

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What happened to Tom Coughlin’s wife?

A year ago, Tom, the two-time Super Bowl-winning head coach revealed that Judy had been diagnosed with progressive supranuclear palsy — a brain disorder that is incurable.

What Is Progressive Supranuclear Palsy?

According to mayoclinic.org, progressive supranuclear palsy is an uncommon brain disorder that causes serious problems with walking, balance and eye movements, and later with swallowing.

The disorder occurs as a result of deterioration of cells in areas of the brain responsible for controlling body movement, coordination, thinking and other important functions.

Progressive supranuclear palsy is also called Steele-Richardson-Olszewski syndrome.

Progressive supranuclear palsy worsens over time and can lead to life-threatening complications, such as pneumonia and swallowing problems.