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Obituary For Evelyn J. Coats
Evelyn J. Coats
Age 83 slept away on December 24, 2023, at her home. She was a graduate of Austin High School Class of 1958. She began her career in food services at Beardsley Middle School and continued her passion as a caterer for over 40 years where she served her community. She attended Overcoming Believers Church where she was an active member of the H.E.L.P.S. group.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Horace and Anna Thompson Sr, sister, Rita Hampton, children, Pamela Bonner, Tawana Moore, and Gregory Jack. She is survived by her loving and devoted husband, Danny Coats and her devoted and loving children, William Clemons, Carmen Clemons, Todd Jack, Deanna Keeter, JoAnn Glenn, and Shirley Layne; her loving and devoted sister and best friend Loyace Ann Upton and brother Horace (Luzinka) Thompson Jr.; her devoted and loving grandchildren Meticia (Jed) Jackson, Ava and Camille, Philip Moore I I; her devoted godson and daughter-in-law, Norman Willis and Tameka Clemons; in-laws, Mattie Sharp, Shirley Anderson, Larry Coats, and Gaylord Gibson.
On Tuesday, January 2, 2024, the Life Celebration will be held at Overcoming Believers Church located at 211 Harriet Tubman St. from 11 am to 12 pm with the Service to follow where Pastor Daryl Arnold will be officiating.
The final resting place will be immediately fol-low at the Berry Highland South Memorial Park. A dove release will conclude in her honor.
Unity Mortuary is more than honored to serve this family. www.unitymortuaryl979.com.
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Marqui sent Sunny Memories for Evelyn J. Coats - January 01, 2024
"May the sunshine of comfort shine through the gloom of despair." From April , Charlie and Moose.
Latonya Goode sent Beautiful Dreams for Evelyn J. Coats - December 29, 2023
To the family of Evelyn Coats. May God comfort you all and give you peace. ~LaTonya Goode
So sorry to hear of Evelyn's passing. I always enjoyed her conversation while sitting at her table eating a lunch. May God give the family comfort. Sheldon Green
Carmen and Family, I am sorry for the loss of your Mother. May God comfort you and give the family peace. Kathy Dailey
My heart is heavy right now, this sweet soul has taken her rest. I know you will be cooking feasts for our loved ones in heaven. Thank you for your service to our community. You will be missed. Humbly potato salad with olives......
I loved Mrs. Evelyn's smile and her welcoming personality My prayers are with the family.
May God be with you during this time.Much live to you all.
Psalm 23: 1-4 "The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want. He makes me lie down in green pastures. He leads me beside still waters. He restores my soul. He leads me in paths of righteousness for his name's sake. Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for you are with me; your rod and your staff, they comfort me.
Our deepest heartfelt 💔 sympathy and may the PEACE of GOD that surpasses ALL understanding bring comfort to ALL now and forever. Treasure the sweet memories of your Love Ones in your Hearts 💕 forevermore. Continual prayers for ALL in the days, months, and years to come. Jamesena West-Hardin & The Hardin Boyz
On behalf of the Park Jr. High Reunion Committee & Students and the Beardsley Jr. High Committee and students, please accept our sincere condolences for the passing of Ms. Evelyn. Her presence was larger than life and her love was even greater. She will truly be missed. May the Lord bring comfort to all who mourn in Zion.
Everyone that came in contact with Mrs. Evelyn loved her from the start. She made you feel like you were the most wonderful person ever. I will miss her sweet face and really miss her delish foods. I am praying for the entire family to seek peace, comfort and strength during this time.
Much Love! Pat, Malcolm, Josh and Jordan Hill
My deepest sympathy for your family. Evelyn was a very special Lady.sincerely from Becky Roberts and family
She called me her Angel and I called her my Angel That was indeed what she was.Thank you for the.prayers we shared. Rest now My Angel. Love,Sis Rodgers
Sorry for your lost keeping you Buffy and your family in prayers APTTMH Blessings 🙌🏾 Nettie
My prayers are with you all.
CONDOLENCES "REST IN PEACE"❤️🎁!
Rest now Dear Mother! U will be missed and loved always! And Family stay in prayer Gods got Her and now shes complete! Love U Carmen and all! Susan
To the family: I pray for all of you. Keep trusting in God. He will get you through one day at a time. God bless you.
Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.
