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Ronald Coats Obituary
Age 65, of Elmira, NY, passed away on Friday, October 31, 2008, after a courageous battle with cancer. Ronald is survived by his wife, Lois Coats; children, Ronald Coats, Jr., Patricia (Allen) Coats, Michael (Kelly) Coats, Karen (Dana) Decker; six grandchildren, four brothers, one sister, and his favorite pet, "Puzzles." Ronald was a truck driver for over 43 years; he was a very mechanical man who enjoyed taking things apart. Family and friends are invited to call at Olthof Funeral Home, Inc., 1050 Pennsylvania Ave., Southport/Elmira, on Tuesday, November 4, 2008, from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. with Funeral and Committal Service there Tuesday at 8:00 p.m. Interment will be at the convenience of the family in Woodlawn Cemetery. A "Candle of Remembrance" may be left for the family in Obituaries at www.olthof.com.
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diana Gillis
November 3, 2008
Ronnie. you will be missed more than you will ever know. The last 42 years of our friendship flew by so fast. Oh, how I use to get mad at you and Roy sometimes!!!! But if I could have you both back, that would be grand. Take care my good friend until we meet again. Love, Diana
MARY ELLEN NOLAN
November 3, 2008
MIKE & KELLY
I AM SO SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT RONNIE. YOU TWO WERE JUST THE BEST CARE GIVERS THAT HE COULD HAVE EVER HAD. YOU ARE IN MY THOUGHT AND PRAYERS.
Sherie Warters (Huffman)
November 3, 2008
Although time has passed, and all have grown up I still remember the GREAT TIMES on Maxwell, and Oak. I was saddened to hear about your loss. My family, and I think of your family in your time of need, and know that you are in our thoughts,and prayers. God Bless.
Meaghan Osterhout (Anderson)
November 3, 2008
Mike, I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time.
Cynthia Tolo
November 2, 2008
Dear Coats Family,
On behalf of my family, I would like to extend our deepest heartfelt sympathies to all of you during this time. May God grant you peace.
rea horton
November 2, 2008
u all r in my heart and prayers,i am very sorry for your loss,
kenneth/anna huffman
November 2, 2008
we are the huffman family who used to live on maxwell pl. down below from you. our kids played together , lois and i talked from time to time whenever we would see each other, we were aquainted through our kids and will always have fond memories of you and your family. may God Bless the entire family!
JT
November 2, 2008
mike:remember u from back in the
early 80's.moved to atl and honestly lost touch with everyone but seen the coats and seen your name and was like wow!u were crazy white boy like a urban legend man.heard u were holding the L down for minute now.man i was little younger and looked up to you and i know u will get through this my man.keep your head up and if u still as tuff as u was it will work out for u man. god be with u and yours ..JT
kathy brown(king)
November 2, 2008
i am sorry for your loss you all are in my prayers and thoughts
Debbie Gush
November 2, 2008
Dear Coats Children ~ My heart and prayers are with you all at this time. Each one of you hold special times spent with your father that will remain alive in your hearts forever.
clara davis (kent)
November 2, 2008
Sorry to hear of your passing ....
T L
November 2, 2008
Mike, you probably don't remember me but we went to school together years ago. Anyhow I wanted to send along my prayers for you and your family during this time and in the days to come. I'm very sorry for your loss and hope that you and your family may find comfort in your memories.
joan mckay
November 1, 2008
sorry to hear the loss of your husband. may the lord see you though this hard time.
RONALD YOUNG
November 1, 2008
IM SO SORRY I DIDNT GET TO TALK TO RONNIE PRIOR TO HIS PASSING I WAS UP TO SEE HIM A FEW TIMES ALWAYS MISSED HIM.GOD BLESS HIM AND ALL HIS SURVIVING FAMILY.HE WILL BE REMEMBERED WELL.LOIS IM SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS AND I WILL BE VISITING YOU.
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