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William H. Coker Sr.

1951 - 2017

William H. Coker Sr. obituary, 1951-2017, Gary, IN

BORN

1951

DIED

2017

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Manuel Memorial Funeral Home

421 W. 5th Avenue

Gary, Indiana

William Coker Obituary

William H. Coker Sr. was born October 25, 1951 in Bryan, TX to George and Elizabeth Coker. He passed away Sunday, May 21, 2017 at the age of 65. Survived by loving and devoted wife, Ethel Bradley Coker of 44 years; devoted children, Shawn (Kendra) Hosea of Atlanta, GA, Anthony Washington of Atlanta, GA, William (Nyteka) Coker of Gary, IN, Nakia (Maulty) Earving of Schererville, IN, Brandon (JoAnn) Coker of Crown Point, IN and Nikki (Bradley) Coker of Gary, IN; 3 Sisters, Dr. Pat Ross of California, Jewell (Steven) Parker of Austin, TX and Marina (Bob) Leonard of Hollywood, FL; 1 Brother, George Coker (Maxi) of Dallas, TX; 11 grandchildren; 2 great-grandchildren; Special family friend, Marlene Thompson (Mama); 8 Sisters-In-law; 3 Brothers-In-Law; 23 nieces and nephews and a host of friends. He attended Tolleston High School and Talladegia Alabama University. He worked for Swift Trucking for 3 years. He also was a recruiter for Gary Urban League under his father, George Coker Sr. He also worked for Graver Tank in East Chicago, IN for 6 years. He spent spare time with Cowboys, Little Big Shots and Top Chef. A Memorial Service honoring the life of Mr. William Coker, Sr. will be held Saturday June 10, 2017 1:00pm-4:00pm at Memories Event Center 944 Broadway Gary, IN

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Published by Post-Tribune on Jun. 9, 2017.

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June 9, 2017

My deepest sympathies for your loss, May the God of all comfort bring your family peace . Romans 12:12

Deryel Ross

June 1, 2017

Please accept my deepest sympathies.

Cheryl and Percy Jones

May 31, 2017

We are so very sorry to hear of your loss. Sincerest condolences to the family during this difficult time. Our prayers are with you.

Maxine Patton-Weaver

May 30, 2017

My condolences to you and your family Billy. My prayers are for peace and understanding for you and the family. May God continue to bless you.

Bettie Wilson

May 30, 2017

Ethel and family my sincere condolences in the loss of Billy, Sr. may God give you the strengthen to allow the memories and his love help you through these trying days.May God also bless and keep you all.

May 30, 2017

My sincerest condolences to the family.

May the treasured memories of your loved one and the drawing close to Almighty God in prayer comfort and strengthen you during this most difficult time.

PD-GA

George & Vanessa Williams

May 30, 2017

Heartfelt condolences to the family. Billy was a truly good friend and will be missed.

Clarene Robinson-King

May 30, 2017

So sorry to hear of your family's loss. My God Bless the Coker family during this time.

Eileen Davis Banks

May 30, 2017

So sad to hear of William's transition to Heaven. I know his brother George and his mother always purchased flowers from my mother's flower shop. I believe he bought prom corsage from us. Rest in peace. Praying for the family during this sad time.

Charmaine Danzy

May 29, 2017

My Deepest Sympathy and Condolences to the Coker Family My God keep your Family Covered and give yall Strength During This Time Of Bereaving. ....Love Always Your Danzy Family

Alexis Taylor

May 29, 2017

TO THE COKER FAMILY, MAY THE LORD BE UPON YOU DURNING THIS BEREAVEMENT HOUR, AND GIVE YOU PEACE AND BE A COMFORT TO THE MANY BROKEN HEARTS. I WILL KEEP THE COKER FAMILY IN MY PRAYERS.

Kathleen Payne -Hanyard

May 29, 2017

Deepest sympathy and condolences to the Coker family may he rest in paradise.

WILETTA DUNLAP

May 29, 2017

TO THE COKER FAMILY, MAY GOD FIND YOU PEACE,COMFORT AND STRENGTH DURING THIS TIME

May 29, 2017

My deepest sympathies for your loss, May the God of all comfort bring your family peace . Romans 12:12 -l

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