William Coates, Jr.

William Coates, Jr., 95, of Huntington, passed away Sunday, March 3, 2019 at the Sanctuary of the Ohio Valley. A graveside service will be conducted on Friday, March 15, 2019 at Spring Hill Cemetery. Burial will follow. William was born in Huntington, WV on May 23, 1923 to the late William and Flora Coates, Sr. William was a veteran of the US Army having served during WWII. He was a steel worker for Conner Steel. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his wife Yvonne Coates; and his brother and sister, Jim and Geraldine. He is survived by his son and daughter-in-law, Ronald (Nancy) Coates of Oregon; daughter and son-in-law, Sherry (Michael) Light of Texas; four grandchildren; and two great grandchildren. Reger Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangments. Online condolences may be made to the family at www.regerfh.com .