Photo courtesy of Rees Funeral Home, Hobart Chapel - Hobart
Portage, Indiana
Feb 13, 1972 – Jul 9, 2019 (Age 47)
Brian E. Coates, age 47, of Hobart passed away unexpectedly in his home on Tuesday July 9, 2019. Brian was born February 13, 1972 in Aurora, Illinois. He was a self-employed handyman. He enjoyed watching sports, riding his bike on the bike paths and playing video games.
Brian is...
Read MoreHeaven has gained another angel. RIP sweet sweet friend.
Terri King
July 14, 2019 | Chesterton, IN | Friend
May the greatest memories of Brian comfort you in this time of sorrow. I am a very old high school friend. I remember exactly the conversation we had nearly 19 years ago. If heaven exists, he and his friend Ron Kochan are reeking havoc and causing laugh riots.
Brenda Kos
July 12, 2019 | Chicago, IL | Friend
A Beautiful man with A Beautiful Heart We will miss him Lonnie & Pam Gregory
Lonnie Gregory
July 12, 2019 | Hobart, IN | Neighbor
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.
Joann Siddall Epple
July 12, 2019 | Valparaiso, IN | Friend
We lost Debbie 9 years ago this month. I wish it was easier for you both but I know it isn't. The only thing you can do is pray that he is in a better place and that you will be reunited in the future. Betty (Jacobson) Benson
Betty Benson (Jacobson) Benson
July 12, 2019
Linda and family,
I am so very sorry to read of your loss......you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Shirley (Makivich) Urbanek
R.N. 2 South Gary mercy
Shirley Urbanek
July 12, 2019 | TOWER, MN
Dear Tom and Linda:
I was saddened to hear of Brian's unexpected death. May God grant you peace and joy as you remember Brian.
You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Liz Fiegle
Liz Fiegle
July 12, 2019 | Indianapolis, IN | Friend
Tom, Linda and Amanda -- sorry for your loss -- may God bless and watch over you
Jon Eickstead
July 12, 2019 | Apple Valley, MN | Classmate
My deepest condolences for the family.. Brian was a fellow Hobart alumni.. prayers for him and the family
paula stewart (Kemper)
July 12, 2019 | Valparaiso, IN