Gary William Coats Obituary
The world bids farewell to Gary William Coats (Portland, Oregon), departing on July 12, 2025 at the age of 90. Gary William leaves behind memories cherished by the community. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.
As Gary William departs from this earthly realm, his essence lingers — a whisper on the wind, a ripple on the water — a testament to the enduring power of love to transcend the boundaries of life and death. Though Gary William may no longer walk beside us, his spirit lives on in the memories and the legacy Gary William leaves behind.
He was predeceased by: his parents, George Coats and Anna Coats. He is survived by: his wife Sandra Haag; his daughters, Lorrinda Coats Howarth (Kurt) and Heather Johnson (Thomas); his grandchildren, Dakota and Kyrie; and his pet Louie. He is also survived by friends, extended family.
A celebration of life will be held on Saturday, September 13th 2025 at 1:00 PM at the The Smile Station (8210 SE 13th Ave, Portland, OR 97202).
In lieu of flowers, remembrances can be made to the Oregon Humane Society.
