John Crosson Coats, Jr.
November 23, 1935 ~ July 7, 2021
ROCKY MOUNT - John Crosson Coats, Jr., age 85, passed away on Wednesday, July 7, 2021. Born in Rocky Mount, NC on November 23, 1935, he was the son of the late John Crosson Coats, Sr. and Amanda Dudley Coats. He was also preceded in death by his brother, Marvin Lee Coats; his sister, Dannie Carter; and a son, John Randy Coats.
John worked most of his career with Phillips Fibers Corporation where he made many friends. He was a radio-controlled airplane enthusiast and an expert at building R/C planes. Many people over the years came to him to learn to fly planes. He loved his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. John never met a stranger. He will be remembered as a loving husband, father, brother, uncle and friend to all that knew him.
John is survived by his wife, Shirley Smith Coats; his sons, Robert Anthony Coats and Martin Lynn Coats; his sisters-in-law, Nellie Peele and Carole Coats; special friend, Lee Newcomb; and many nieces and nephews.
John had requested that there not be a public funeral or burial service. He will have a private burial at Rocky Mount Memorial Park and be laid to rest beside his mother and son.
Due to COVID-19 pandemic, the family is requesting no at home visits except for family with prior arrangement via phone.
"I love you, O LORD, my strength. The LORD is my rock, my fortress and my deliverer; my God is my rock, in whom I take refuge. He is my shield and the horn of my salvation, my stronghold." Psalm 18:1-2
Arrangements entrusted to Johnson Funeral Home & Cremation Services, 661 English Road, Rocky Mount, NC 27804. You may share memories and condolences with the family by visiting www.johnsonfuneralsandcremations.com.
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4454 Dortches Blvd., Hwy 43
Rocky Mount, NC 27804
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In memory of John Coates, Jr., Lori Carter Cranford lit a candle
My favorite uncle when we were little he would bring Christmas gifts for us. I love going out to watch him fly his planes and walk him land. He loved the outdoor and the animals! God has another angel in heaven.
Sorry to hear about uncle John passing I will keep you and the family in my prayers
You are in my thoughts and prayers.
In memory of John Crosson Coats, Jr., V. Gail Proctor lit a candle
Mrs. Coats and family, I am very sorry for your loss. John and I worked together for many years at Phillip Fibers, with him being the Maintenance Supervisor and me working on the machines; I saw him quite a bit. He was always the same smiling face each and every time regardless of how the machines were running good or bad. When he was walking by he would notice how frustrated I looked. He always had time to stop and ask what was wrong He had a way of always being able to make me smile again, which in turn seemed to help with me dealing with whatever the problem was at the time. John was a friend to everyone at Phillips so far as I know. He was well thought of by everyone young and younger. My prayers are with you and your family during this time. I pray God will give you peace, comfort, and strength when you need them most. But as it is written, Eye hath not seen, nor ear heard, neither have entered into the heart of man, the things which God hath prepared for the that love him. John has seen, done, and heard all of these things. He has his Mansion God has promised us and he is sitting at the right hand of Jesus this morning looking upon you all. He is another of your Guardian Angels now. Take care and God bless. We will see him again one day.
My wonderful Uncle John may you rest in peace with no more pain. I will forever remember you and all the wondeful times we shared. I am so greatful to have had you in my life to help raise and teach me how to love God and others. You were such a wonderful man, father and uncle. A great role model with a servants heart. My Sweet Abby is so heartbroken over losing you. I am so greatful she was able to know you and love you. We will both cherish our memories with you for a lifetime. We love you forever!!!
Please accept my condolences and prayers due to the loss of John Coats. My Dad used to work with him at Phillips Fibers. When I saw his name I remembered writing down messages from him to relay to Dad while they were working together. My Dad, Kenneth E. Proctor passed in the summer of 2014.
Prayers for you, John was a good man, and I enjoyed my times I had with him… Soon we all will be together in Heaven, what a reunion that will be!
RIP John
RIP my friend till we meet again.
Tony, enjoyed getting to know your dad through you… If there is anything I can do for you and your family please let me know… God bless you all in this time, and know John is now kicking up a storm in Heaven, for he is now with your brother, waiting for the rest of us to come join in a great eternal life with Jesus Christ… John 316
Tony, I am very sorry for your loss. My prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. If there is anything I can do, please let me know. My email is [emailprotected] I feel the pain you are feeling everyday since November 11, 1981. Cheryl Ann Chadwick SNHS 1975-1976
We worked with John Coats at Phillips Fibers for 26 years. He was always there to help anyone that needed help. Our thoughts and prayers go out to the Family. He will surely be missed.
I worked with John at Phillips Fibers. Over the past couple of years I have come to know John’s love for the Lord. He was a good friend. His Family is in my thoughts and prayers.
so sorry for your loss