William George Coates, 87, of Madisonville, KY passed away on Wednesday, August 30, 2017 at his home.

He was born on August 14, 1930 in Steelton, PA to the late Lila and Elzer Coates. He was a member of the Pennsylvania Army National Guard. William was formerly a purchasing agent for Goodyear and was a member of First Presbyterian Church in Madisonville. William enjoyed volunteering at the Hopkins County Senior Citizens Center in Madisonville, assisting citizens with their taxes and with Meals On Wheels. In his spare time he enjoyed reading with children at the Hopkins County Public Library and he enjoyed gardening.

In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his son, Daniel Coates; five sisters, and two brothers.

Survivors include his wife of sixty-two years, Marilyn Coates; daughters, Kim Coates of Rhode Island and Karen Wagner of Massachusetts; two daughters-in-law; one son-in-law; three grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews.

A memorial service will be held at 3 p.m. on Saturday, September 2, 2017 at the First Presbyterian Church 260 West McLaughlin Ave. Madisonville, KY with Pastor Lon Lorton officiating. Harris Funeral Home in Madisonville was entrusted with care.

Visitation will be from 1 p.m. until the service hour Saturday at the church.

Memorial contributions may be made in William's memory to the First Presbyterian Church.