Dorothy Louise Coker

DOROTHY PITTMAN COKER, 93, of Keller, Texas went home to be with her Lord on June 7, 2015 Her strong will to live, unwavering faith in God were a testimony to family, friends and the loving staff that cared for her. Dr. Jarrett Stephens of Prestonwood Baptist Church officiating. Dorothy was born to Howard Payne and Sudie Eugenia Starnes Pittman on March 7, 1922 in Ballinger, Texas; she was a graduate of Bryan High School in Bryan, Texas and attended the University of Texas in Austin, Texas. Dorothy’s four sons were the light of her life of whom she was so proud. She worked for the Army Air force Exchange in Dallas, Texas until her retirement in 1984. Since her retirement she has lived every moment to the fullest – enjoying her sons, their families – Grandchildren, Great Grandchildren and her many special friends. Dorothy is survived by her four beloved sons and daughter-in-laws: John and Dana Thomas of Cliffside Park, New Jersey; Steve and Brenda Thomas of Weatherford, Texas; Bill and Debby Thomas of Sherman, Texas, and Tommy and Joyce Thomas of Friendswood, Texas; Nine Grandchildren, Donna Eckhardt and husband Richard Wagner, Tiffany Matthews and husband John, Stephanie Reed and Husband Dale, Tiffany Long and husband Marcus, Zachary Thomas and wife Jessica, Tara Thomas, Tracie Antley and husband Nathan, B.J. Thomas and wife Heather, Kristie Brock and husband Floyd and dear friend Joan Eddleton. Her Great Grandchildren are Donald III, Delaney, and Darian Eckhardt; Linden, Lucy and Laney Matthews; Harrison, Andrew, Noah and Hudson Reed; Caden and Landry Long; Harper Thomas; Dakota and McKenzie Antley; Billy Lee and Tommy Thomas; Savannah and Olivia Brock. Memorials and remembrances may be made in Dorothy’s name to the charity of your choice. The family is deeply grateful for the outpouring of love, prayers, and support.