James Russell Coats
May 19, 1917 ~ January 6, 2015
James Russell Coats, age 97, went to be with his Heavenly Father on Tuesday, January 6, 2015. Russell was born to the late James Robert Coats and Mary Jeanette Neese Coats on May 19, 1917 in Atlanta, Georgia. Russell was also predeceased by his only child, James "Jimmy" Russell Coats, Jr.
He joined the United States Army Air Corps serving his country during World War II and retired from the United States Postal Service where he was employed for over 40 years.
Left to cherish his memory is his loyal and loving wife, Ella Calhoun Coats of 72 years. Russell is also survived by a host of several nieces and nephews, whom he loved dearly.
A graveside service will be held Thursday, January 8, 2015 at 3:00 at Pineview Cemetery with Reverend Jody Wright officiating. Burial will follow at Pineview Cemetery. Family and friends may call at the home.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made in Russell's name to one's charity of their choice.
Arrangements entrusted to Wheeler and Woodlief Funeral Home & Cremation Services, 1130 N. Winstead Avenue, Rocky Mount NC 27804. You may share memories and condolences with the family by visiting www.wheelerwoodlief.com.
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Pineview Cemetery
761 N. Raleigh Road
Rocky Mount, NC 27801
Thursday 1/8, 3:00 pm
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Pineview Cemetery
761 N. Raleigh Road
Rocky Mount, NC 27801
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Ella, we are so sorry for your loss. We are thinking of you and we love you. Judy & John Williford
Ms. Ella I am so sorry for your loss. I am happy that you had the opportunity to be with your husband for 72 years; I only had 13 with mine. But, I’m sure that like mine, they were good years. When you feel extremely down, please do as I did and that was to go to my Heavenly Father for comfort. He helped me not to give up. Again, please accept my sincere condolences.