of Corpus Christi, TX
April 26, 1946 - July 5, 2017
Gary Lee Coad, age 71, passed away July 5, 2017 in Corpus Christi, Texas. He was born April 26, 1946 to parents Lenard and Pearl Lee Ray Coad in Cherry Valley, Arkansas. Gary graduated from Harrisburg High School in Arkansas and attended Cherry Valley School in Arkansas. In 1965 he married the love of his life Betty Carroll Dacus and joined the United States Air Force for four years. In 1970, he changed his career and became a Federal Aviation Administration. Gary worked as an Air Traffic Controller until 2011. Gary enjoyed entertaining people. He dressed as Elvis and sang in nursing homes. He was a Deacon at Poplar Heights Baptist Church in Jackson, TN and enjoyed visiting his deacon families. Gary witnessed to many people for Jesus Christ. He wanted others to know the happiness he had with his Savior.
Gary is survived by his wife, Betty Carroll Coad; his son, James Christopher Coad (Amy); three brothers, Bill Coad (Shirley), Darrel Coad (Connie), Dennis Coad (Becky); two sisters; Jan Willis (Late Bill Willis) and Kay Wolfe (Ken) as well as many nieces, nephews and cousins.
Gary was preceded in death by his parents; his grandmother, Flora Gent; and two brothers, Don and Doyle Coad.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Poplar Heights Baptist Church (1980 Hollywood Dr., Jackson, TN 38305) of Angel Bright Hospice (3213 Holly Rd., Corpus Christi, TX 78415) or any Hospice.
The family appreciates Grace Healthcare in Jackson, TN and Angel Bright Hospice in Corpus Christi, TX so much for all they did to care for Gary. The family also appreciates the many calls, cards, texts and prayers.
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Betty Coad
Wednesday, August 30, 2017
Gary had two precious grandchildren: James & Allison. They miss their Grandpaw so much.
Betty
Wednesday, August 30, 2017
Miss you so much Gary.
Sonny & Mae Webb
Sunday, July 16, 2017
It was our blessing to have enjoyed friendship with you two.God bless you and remembering Gary
Betty Coad
Saturday, July 15, 2017
My sweetheart of 53 years. We met in 1964. Love him so much and will miss him until I see him in heaven. I was so pleased with the celebration of life service for him. I promised him I would be alright and with God's help I know I will. I have always thanked God every day for the time we had together and I always will. Love you. â¤ï¸ Gary Lee Coad.
Andy and Kathy Hamm
Wednesday, July 12, 2017
We will always remember Gary's great sense of humor and his times sharing the gospel through his clown ministry! He was an awesome testimony for the Lord! We extend our deepest sympathies to Betty and Chris and the rest of the family. Our prayers are with you.