Bro. Michael Coates was born in Independence, Louisiana to the late Mr. Joe Coates, Sr. and Mrs. Irma Nero on September 28, 1967. On November 7, 2018 Michael was called to his eternal home to a land free from sickness, sorrow and pain where he will be with the Lord. He leaves to cherish his memories, one son, Blake A. Lenox, Kenner, LA, four brothers, Joe Coates, Jr, (Anitra), Baton Rouge, LA, Cosmond King (Arica) Covington, GA, Gathan King (Cheryl) Lawerenceville, GA David Green (Cassandra) Jackson, LA, three sisters, Geneva Davenport, Baker, LA, Alisha Coates, Zachary, LA, Ashley Lollis, Baton Rouge, LA, one uncle, Willie Coats, Jr.(Valerie), Houston, TX, a very loving step-mother, Glenda King and a devoted friend, Melissa Turnage. Also a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and extended family. To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Michael Coates, please visit our floral store.