Brian L. Coates
June 21, 2013
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Brian L. Coates, 51, passed away Friday, June 21, 2013, in Canada, while on a fishing trip.
Brian was born June 19, 1962, in Des Moines, to John Coates and Louise (Link) Field. He served in the U.S. Army. Brian was the maintenance and grounds supervisor at the Wakonda Golf & Country Club for the past 28 years. He had a great sense of humor and a passion for the outdoors. Brian was an avid hunter and fisherman.
Brian is survived by his children, Kyle Coates and Kailey Coates; granddaughter, Jayda; fiancé, Sheryl Goff; sisters, Brende (Mark) Walker, Karen (Ernie) Wittmaier, and Janet Brown; brothers, John (Pat) Coates; Ron (Linda) Coates, Don (Doris) Coates, and Craig Shiffer; step-father, Lyle McCargar; lifelong friends, Doug Aldridge and Doug Burt; special friends, George Migliero and Lorne and Kathi Scharnberg; and a host of other extended relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents.
Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m., Monday, July 1, 2013, at Hamilton’s Southtown Funeral Home, 5400 SW 9th Street, followed by burial at Sunset Memorial Gardens Cemetery. Visitation will be held from 2 to 5 p.m., Sunday, at the funeral home.
Memorial contributions may be directed to the Brian Coates Memorial Trust Fund at any Wells Fargo Bank.
Condolences may be expressed at:
www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com
Joe Lemke
03/09/2024
Judy Houseman died today Brian. She was a wonderful coworker of ours from many years ago. It made me think of you and then I looked up your old obituary and I could not believe I did not leave a message. I guess I was busy missing you and making sure Margueritte was okay! We both miss you so much! It's been so long! You had a wonderful smile and a beautiful heart! I miss talking to you! I love you friend! :red_heart:
Nancy Burns
07/06/2013
It is so sad about my cousin Brian. When I think of him, "sweet" comes to mind. I am so blessed I got to hug him the week before he died. It makes you realize just how fast life is and you should see your family more often and give them a hug when you have the chance.My prayers are with his family.Love you, Nancy
Ron & Linda Coates
07/01/2013
So sorry we couldn't attend the funeral. Brian was a very special man, a wonderful brother, loving father and grandfather. We love him very much. So glad that we got to share a lot of happy times, and saw him this spring in Florida
Lori (Tonsi) Labieniec
07/01/2013
Karen, Janet, Brende and Craig,
I am so saddened by the news of Brian's passing. He was such a sweet and wonderful boy and grew up to be a wonderful man. I have fond memories of our families growing up together. Please know that you all are in my thoughts and prayers.
Love, Lori
Ivy Miller
07/01/2013
I first met Brian when I applied for a job at Wakonda in 2004. He was always so helpful, especially when I was still getting the hang of things. He and my dad were friends as well, it was a pretty awesome arrangement. Brian will be missed by so many, and rightfully so. From what I remember he was never quick to anger, he was kind, and loved life. RIP Brian, I will miss you.
Terrie Chapman
06/28/2013
You are all in our thoughts and prayers....i met Brian when he was dating Sheryl and he was a great guy....he will be deeply missed.....my support goes out to Sheryl and his family....
Georgie Newcomb
06/28/2013
My deepest sympathy Sincerely, Georgie Newcomb
Craig Feller
06/27/2013
We use to live next to Brian and our kids played together when they were young. Brian was a great father and always proud of Kyle and Kailey. Brian will be missed.
Jackie Aguilera
06/27/2013
Brian was the kindest person I have ever met. He always looked out for us and always had a smile for his staff in the morning. You were an awesome dad and grandfather because you always talked about your family and how much you loved them. We; your staff will always miss you, but never forgett you. Love you Boss man.
Renee, John and Katelan King
06/26/2013
We lived by Brian for many years. Our deepest sympathy goes out to the entire family. He was such a sweet man, we attended many family functions, fish frys and just stopping over to the house to chat. Kyle and Kailey "were thinking of you"
Jackie (Stevenson) Carpenter
06/26/2013
I worked with Brian at Wakonda and as a young manager fresh out of college, Brian took me under his wing...he was like my Des Moines Dad. If there was anything I needed, personally or professionally, he was always happy to help. He was welcoming to new employees and made them feel like part of the family right away. My heart hurts because Wakonda will not be the same without him. It is comforting to know that his final days were spent with great friends and doing what he loved--fishing! He will be missed by so many. Sending hugs and prayers to his family, friends and co-workers.
Linda (Hutt) Lewis
06/25/2013
So sorry to hear about Brian's passing. Seeing his picture, and looks just like he did as a kid! My prayers are with the family.
Linda Coppage Edwards
06/25/2013
Our prayers and love go out to you Kyle, Kailey, Sheryl and family and friends. Brian was an awesome guy - full of humor and kind words with such a beautiful smile and sparkle in his eyes. He helped us out many times when we were neighbors. He would do anything for anyone. A top notch guy taken way too soon. Thinking of you. God bless.
Annette Guessford
06/25/2013
A man full of life taken from all of us too soon. My thoughts and prayers to Kyle and Kailey in your time of sorrow. Also my sympathy to Brian's extended family. You all have a special angel looking down on you. My daughter, Rachel & Kailey were best friends in pre-school through elementary school until the Coates' moved to Norwalk. I remained friends w/Brian long after different schools separated our girls. He will be missed.
Stacie Feilmeier
06/25/2013
I had the privilege of working with Brian at Wakonda from 2002-2004. He was always nice, helpful, patient and fun. He always talked about his kids so much so, that I felt like I knew Kyle and Kailey too. He was an amazing person and will be greatly missed. You could always count on him to help with anything. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family, his fiancé, friends and his Wakonda family.