William James Coates Obituary
The memory of William James Coates (Amherst, Nova Scotia), born in Halifax, Nova Scotia, who passed away on November 25, 2025 at the age of 82, will forever remain in the hearts of those touched by this precious presence in their lives. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
He was predeceased by: his parents, William Coates and Ruby Coates (Hiseler); his daughter Elizabeth; and his siblings, Jon and Jennifer.
He is survived by: his wife Barbara Jean Coates; his stepson Buck; his daughters, Susan Coates (Tim Cusack) and Samantha McDermott (Patrick); his grandsons, Patrick, Nicholas (Lana), Ian (Nishaly) and Alexander (Anna); and his siblings, Joe (Karen), Judy and Jocelyn (Paul). He is also survived by many nieces and nephews.
A celebration of life was held on Saturday, November 29th 2025 from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM at the Campbell's Funeral Home (98 Church St, Amherst, NS B4H3B4).
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Jim's name to the Heart and Stroke Foundation.
