Coppola, 49, died on Aug. 4, leaving behind his wife, Tara, and their children Kasey and Kyle. Family facing new hardship The GoFundMe campaign notes that Coppola’s death came after the family had already endured significant challenges. Tara Coppola recently battled breast cancer, undergoing three surgeries, including two separate mastectomies, while taking time away from work to recover. Scott Coppola with his wife Tara (courtesy of GoFundMe). Remembering Scott Coppola Scott Coppola (on far right) with his wife Tara (far left), their children, and a friend (courtesy of GoFundMe).