Ron was born December 30, 1939 in North Star to the late Donald & Rhea (Carnahan) Coates. In addition to his parents, Ron was also preceded in death by a brother, Jack Coates.
Ron is survived by his wife of 56 years, Joann L. (Billenstein) Coates whom he married September 2, 1963; children, Michael E. Coates of Piqua, Sandra K. & Darin Bushnell of Clyde Park, Montana and David A. & Julie Coates of Huntersville, North Carolina; grandchildren, Jessica Coates, Melissa Coates and Cameron Coates; great-grandchild, Ariana Coates; siblings, Beverly & Jim Marker of Bradford, Kenneth & Ona Coates of Greenville and Jane Smith of Troy; and numerous nieces and nephews.
Ron worked in the automotive repair industry.
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic the family will have a private service at their convenience. Memorial contributions may be made to Miami County Hospice in Ron’s memory. Arrangements are entrusted to Bailey Zechar Funeral Home in Versailles.