James Griffin Coates

November 26, 1949 – June 6, 2025, Centerville, TN

James Griffin Coates, 75, passed away peacefully on June 6, 2025. He was a man of strength, deep faith, and a generous heart.

James proudly served in the U.S. Army and later worked as a small business owner, County Executive, and retired from the United States Postal Service. He was respected for his honesty, leadership, and dedication to helping others. Above all, he was a man devoted to his faith, his family, and those around him.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Arthur Coates and Irma Worley Coates, and his sister, Glenda Weatherspoon.

He is survived by his beloved wife of 50 years, Glenda Burlison Coates; daughters, Ginger Coates James (Jeremy) and Holly Coates Orozco (Octavio); grandchildren: Lauryn (Brandyn) Benfatto, Lindsy Diamante, Anthony Diamante, Courtney James, Jackson Smith, and Chase Orozco; brothers, Andy Coates (Shirley) and Phil Coates (Diane); and several nieces and nephews.

James will be remembered for his love, laughter, and quick wit. His legacy lives on in all who knew and loved him.

Visitation for the family will begin at 10:00 AM at McDonald Funeral Home – Hickman County on 11 June 2025  followed by regular visitation from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 PM.  The Funeral Service will begin at 1:00 PM., with burial to follow at Coates Cemetery, Centerville, TN.