John Wayne Coates' Obituary
John Wayne Coates, 69 of Corydon passed away on Friday, April 16, 2021 at the Wayne County Hospital.
John was born on August 8, 1951. He was the only child to Roy and Maxine (Cooley) Coates. John received his education from Seymour High School, graduating in 1969. The day after graduation John left for the Navy where he served from 1969-1973. Upon returning home John tried several jobs before finding his love for trucking. His faithful companion TJ spent several hours riding with him in the truck. On March 15, 1985 John was united in marriage to Carolyn Beavers.
John enjoyed being a truck driver, watching NASCAR, reading and watching westerns, his hot rods, KC Chief football, listening to 60's and 70's rock-n-roll and classic country music, as well as spending time with family.
Survivors include his wife, Carolyn Coates, children: John Timothy Coates, Jamie Lee Coates, Joseph Michael Coates (Amanda), Dawn Renee Jones (Jody), Darren Lynn Beavers (Molly), grandchildren: Taylor Davis, Abby Cassady (Paige), Dylan Coates, Ryan Coates, Emilee Coates, Valerie Coates, Madison Parker, Payten Coates, Mackenzie Parker, Korben Coates, Broden Coates, Graydon Parker, Aubrey Decker (Dillon), Garrett Jones (Heidi), Wyatt Beavers, Walker Beavers, great grandchildren: Aleigh Decker, Archer Decker, Piercely Jones, Hoyt Jones, Vanessa Sorbo and numerous extended family. He was preceded in death by his parents.
Funeral service will be Friday, April 23, 2021 at Thomas Funeral Home in Corydon. Interment will immediately follow at the Corydon Cemetery. Visitation will be Thursday, April 22, 2021 at the funeral home with family present from 5-7 p.m. Memorials may be given to the Wayne County Hospital and condolences may be shared at www.thomasfh.com or facebook.com/thomasfuneralhome.
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