Paul Ray Coats

May 28, 1952 - January 28, 2021

Mr. Paul Ray Coats, 68, of Trumann passed away Thursday, January 28, 2021 at the family residence. He was born May 28, 1952 in Wynne, AR and had lived most of his lifetime in Trumann.  He was a retired electrician for Monroe Manufacturing, an avid Ham Radio operator and a member of the Viva Drive Church of Christ. Mr. Coats was preceded in death by his first wife, Patricia Ann Coats, one brother, Larry Dale Coats and his parents, Herbert Brown and Dathel Clarice Cannon Coats.       He is survived by his wife, Rose Marie Coats of the home; one sister, Carol Coats Caldwell of Brookland and several nieces and nephews. Graveside Celebration of Life service will be Monday afternoon at 2:00 p.m. at Nettleton Cemetery in Jonesboro with Bill Willard officiating. Burial will follow with Thompson Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.                                                                In compliance with Covid-19 guidelines, a mask or other facial covering is required, a Covid-19 acknowledgement form is required to be signed and social distancing will be observed.      An online register book can be signed at www.thompsonfuneralhome.net