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Russell Pieper
September 1, 2019
I am just learning CSM Coats passed away. I met him when I joined the 197th Infantry Brigade in 1976. He was my 1st Sgt and was later promoted to Sergeant Major. Lonnel was a great friend during that time. I fixed his motorcycle and he invited me to eat dinner. He was one of the few in the command that actually cared for people. The lessons he taught me served me well in life. Lonnel was one of the most honorable people I ever met. I agree with everyone that he is with God now. "FOREVER FORWARD" Thank you, Lonnel.
CSM (Ret) Harold Hunt Sr.
February 17, 2016
Once again God saw the road was getting rough, and the road of life had become too hard to for CSM Lonnel Coats to travel and called him home. You remind us, Lord, through Solomon that to everything there is a season. We thank You for the earthly life You gave to this sergeant major and for the blessing during the sojourn here on the earth. We most especially thank You for the new life You granted this sergeant major in Jesus Christ. He broke the bonds of death by His resurrection. We rejoice at the hope of being reunited with him in the resurrection of all flesh. The NCO Corps thanks him for his selfless service act and his willingness to defend of America and all that we hold sacred. I believe for every fallen sergeant major like him there is a star shining brightly up above to remind us of the precious gift God has given the Corps. Rest easy, sleep well my brother. Know the line was held, your job is done. Rest easy, sleep well. Others have taken up where you fell, the line has held. Peace, peace, and farewell
CSM (Ret) Harold Hunt Sr.
Author, 100 Sergeants Major of Color
SGM (Ret) Harold L. Hunt Jr.
CSM (Ret) Shirley A. Hunt
& the entire Hunt family
February 17, 2016
Rest in peace my dear uncle. You will truly be missed. Tell Ma I said Hi.
Beranna
Annie Stoudemire
February 17, 2016
RIP: May you arrive into the loving arm of the Lord, who is waiting with outstretched arms to welcome you home. God's peace reign over your family with His magnificent love!
February 17, 2016
Savannah and Kenny, Please accept my condolences for the passing of your husband and father, respectively. You and your family will continuously be in my prayers. Love you! Vangie Dickerson Powell and Family
Delwin Johnson
February 17, 2016
My sincere condolences to the family of Brother Coats. A great man of God who has finished his course on this earth. I pray God covers you all with his arms of comfort during this difficult time.
Leola Cooks
February 17, 2016
Sorry that I cannot be with you today, but know that my thoughts and prayers are with you. Continue to look unto him who is able to do all things. Love you Savannah and family. From your cousin Leola Cooks of Union Springs, Alabama.
Carolyn Evans
February 17, 2016
Savanna, my thoughts and prayers will continue to be with you and the family.
R E Anderson
February 16, 2016
Savanna, you and your family have my deepest condolences! May the love, grace and mercy from our heavenly Father be a solace to you all during this time; may the memories of your life shared be a comforting spirit he leaves with you! You and the family are in my prayers and thoughts today and here out. You take of yourself, you will see him again as God has allowed us to be in His fold of eternal life! God be with you! Love, your sister in Christ.....
Sis. Ruth Sparks-Anderson
Gayle Durham (DaVita)
February 16, 2016
Savanna, you and your family are in my prayers. I didn't get the chance to meet your husband but I'm sure he was a great man and will be missed. May God give you peace and complete healing!
Julie Lisi
February 16, 2016
Savanna and family, my thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time.
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