James M. (Jim) Coats

  James M. (Jim) Coats, age 80, peacefully passed away on Wednesday, April 15, 2026, surrounded by his loved ones. Born on September 3, 1945, in San Diego, California, to William and Ethel (Barry) Coats, Jim led a life marked by dedication, faith, and love for his family.

  Jim was a skilled machinist in fabrication, serving faithfully at Goss International for 42 years, until his retirement. He had a deep compassion for animals and a great appreciation for good music. A man of strong faith, Jim believed in justice, cherished mercy, and walked humbly with God. Known as a humble, gentle giant, he reflected that quiet strength in the way he treasured his family, creating many cherished memories with those he loved.

  He was preceded in death by his parents William and Ethel Coats; siblings: brother “Billy Mack” Coats and wife Sue, half-sister Thelma Jane Coats, and brother Barry “David” Coats; his son James Leland “Bubba Jim” Coats; daughter Susan Rae Coats; and granddaughter Fantazia Ann Marie “Annie” Coats.

  Jim is lovingly remembered by his devoted wife of 60 years 6 months and 28 days, Carole Coats of Mineral Wells, Texas; his loving cousins; many nieces and nephews, along with several generations of great-nieces and great-nephews; as well as many friends and loving church family.

  A graveside service will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Monday, April 20, 2026, at the Woodland Park Cemetery, located at 3600 South Oak Avenue, Mineral Wells, Texas 76067.

  In honor of Jim’s love for animals, memorial donations may be made to the Best Friends Animal Sanctuary in Kanab, Utah.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Galbreaith Pickard Funeral Chapel. https://www.galbreaithpickard.com/