of Batesville, AR
December 18, 1936 - March 18, 2025
Bill Coles was born on December 18, 1936 and passed away peacefully at his home on March 18, 2025 at the age of 88. He was preceded in death by his parents, Preston and Mirl Coles and his wife of 65 years, Betty Young Coles.
Bill is survived by his daughter, Marie Phillips; his grandson, Brian Phillips and Brian's wife, Regiane; as well as two great-grandsons, Riley Phillips and Murilo Costa; a sister-in-law, Kathy Varnell and many other loving family members.
A lifelong sports enthusiast, Bill loved watching the Arkansas Razorbacks and the Southside Southerners. He also found joy in the outdoors, hunting and fishing. After retirement, Bill and Betty traveled extensively, creating many treasured memories together.
Bill had a strong work ethic throughout his life. He held various jobs over the years, beginning at Arkansas Poultry for 27 years where he worked as a shipping clerk and later as plant superintendent. He started a second career with Ideal Bakery as a route man for 12 years and later served as a licensed funeral director at Roller-Crouch Funeral Home for 20 years. Bill officially retired at the remarkable age of 82.
A man of faith, Bill was a longtime member of Southside Church of Christ.
The family kindly requests that memorial contributions be made in Bill's honor to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 262 Danny Thomas Place, Memphis, TN 38105.
The family extends their heartfelt gratitude to Caring Hands Hospice for the compassionate care they provided during Bill's final days.
A graveside service will be held at 1:00pm on Saturday, March 22, 2025 at Oaklawn Cemetery in Batesville, Arkansas under the direction of Roller-Crouch Funeral Home with Randy Harris officiating.
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20 Condolence(s)
Tim stewart
Wednesday, March 26, 2025
We we out of state Saturday. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Kevin & Becky Watkins
Sunday, March 23, 2025
We were so sorry to hear about Bill’s passing. He was a good man who will be missed. Praying for you all.
Jimmy and Ladene Bray
Saturday, March 22, 2025
Jimmy and I are so sorry to hear of Bill's passing, Marie. He and Betty were such good, Christian people. Prayers of comfort and peace for you and your family.
Nancy Hoffman
Saturday, March 22, 2025
Marie, so sorry for the loss of your father. Love and prayers for you and your family.
Debby Duffy
Saturday, March 22, 2025
Marie I am sorry for your loss. You are in my prayers today.
Anne Reid
Saturday, March 22, 2025
I am so sorry for your loss! I worked with Bill at Roller and have many memories. Prayers going up!
Billy Anderson
Friday, March 21, 2025
Sorry for the loss of my former boss & friend at Arkansas Poultry. Prayers for family!
Pamela Hudson
Friday, March 21, 2025
So sorry to hear about this. He was a kind man, and my husband loved working with him for years. Man of integrity. Prayers for family!!Someday Heaven!!
Danny and Pam Trail
Friday, March 21, 2025
We are so sorry for your loss. You are in our prayers.
Gary Rounds
Thursday, March 20, 2025
Marie....sorry to hear about Bill's passing.
Prayers of comfort for you and your family.
Gary & Sherry
John & Diane Richardson
Thursday, March 20, 2025
Marie, Brian, & family, We are very sorry for your loss. You all will be in our thoughts & prayers in the coming days. May God Comfort you as only He can.
Carolyn Bradley
Thursday, March 20, 2025
Marie so sorry for your loss. We will really miss seeing Bill at McDonalds on Friday. So enjoyed his company and his big smile. He made my days bright when he would let me help him and get him coffee refills. You come in his place now. Bless you all.
Alan Vickery
Thursday, March 20, 2025
In our thoughts and prayers,
Phyllis, Alan, Paige & Andrew Vickery
Ruth Kent-Cook
Wednesday, March 19, 2025
Marie, sorry to hear of your fathers passing. Your family will be in our prayers.
Ruth and Jack
Joyce Flynn
Wednesday, March 19, 2025
I was so sorry to hear that Bill had died. He and Betty were really good friends to me. I worked with Bill and he was one of my strongest advocates. I will miss him. My prayers are with his family during this time.
Joyce
Jean Ann Sherrill Bray
Wednesday, March 19, 2025
Marie so sorry for you and your family .
Teresa Clark Harvell
Wednesday, March 19, 2025
So sorry for your loss, he and Betty were such sweet loving people.
Judy Branscum
Wednesday, March 19, 2025
Marie,
So sorry for your loss. Prayers and thoughts are with you, .
Robbie Kemp
Wednesday, March 19, 2025
Marie, I am so sorry for your family for the passing Bill and Betty. I loved them both. My prayers are for
Laura Hawkins Ward
Wednesday, March 19, 2025
Very sorry for your loss. My prayers are with you all.