Arthur Coats' Obituary
Arthur J. Coats, 83, of Havelock and Huntersville, passed away Thursday April 7, 2016 at Huntersville Oaks, Huntersville, NC.
A graveside service with military honors will be held at 2:00 Monday, April 11, 2016 at Carteret Memorial Gardens, Beaufort, NC.
Mr. Coats retired from the U.S. Marine Corps. He was a member of the VFW, Disabled American Veterans, American Legion and the Fleet Reserve Association.
He is survived by his wife, Glenna M. Coats; son, Arthur “Jay” Coats and wife Jenny all of Fuquay Varina.
He was preceded in death by his parents, John and Nellie Coats; two brothers, Earl Baily Coats and Fred Alan Coats; and two sisters Ruby Lee and Dorothy.
James Funeral Home served the family locally.
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