Arthur COATES

A.Graham Coates Arthur Graham Coates, 69, of Riverview and Havelock, passed away Saturday, April 30, 2005 at The Moncton Hospital. Born in Salisbury, he was a son of the late Reginald and Theresa (Graham) Coates. A retired electrician with C.N.R. he was an active member of Alcoholics Anonymous as a sponsor and supporter for over 20 years and was a former volunteer with the C.N.I.B. and the Havelock Lions Club. He will be sadly missed by his children, Gregory A. (Linda), Edmonton A.B., Cynthia Snow (Michael), Ottawa On.; grandchildren, Cailin, Samantha, Rhonda, Taryn and Jenna; a brother, Jack, Florida; a sister, Carol Donald, Clifton Royal; special friend, Dale Black, Riverview; and several nieces and nephews. Predeceased by his wife the former, Joyce Toole in 2002. There will be no visitation by request. The Funeral will be held from Trinity United Church, Havelock on Wednesday, May 4, 2005 at 2 p.m. with Rev. Charlotte Youland officiating. Interment in the adjoining cemetery and a reception will follow. If so desired, memorials to the Diabetic Association would be appreciated by the family and placed though the Havelock Funeral Parlour (534-2600), 19 Cross Street, Havelock. The family wish to thank Uncle Jim Godfrey who was a pillar for the family during Dad's illness and the Doctor's, nurses and staff of 5600 wing, Moncton Hospital for the wonderful care Dad received. www.keirsteads.ca [Times & Transcript]