Margaret Thompson Coker

Margaret Thompson Coker, a pillar of strength and love, peacefully passed away at her cherished home in Leland, NC, on October 26, 2023, surrounded by her devoted family. She was 90 years old. Margaret entered this world on September 19, 1933, in Abbottsburg, NC, the cherished daughter of Cecil Gordon Thompson and Katie Lee Ward Thompson.

Margaret's faith was unwavering, and her devotion to her church was a testament to her deep connection with God. She found solace and purpose in praising the Lord, seizing every opportunity to express her gratitude.

Margaret's kitchen was a sanctuary of love and nourishment. She had a culinary gift that transformed every meal into an experience of pure delight. Her culinary prowess knew no bounds, and every dish she prepared was nothing short of exceptional.

Left to honor Margaret's legacy are her loving children: Dr. John Wright Coker, Jr. (Sharon) of Fayetteville, NC; Paula Coker of Whispering Pines, NC; Denise Coker Patton (Billy) of Leland, NC; and Kevin Craig Coker of Leland, NC.

She also leaves behind her cherished grandchildren: Allison Bloodworth Smith (Rusty), Ashley Bloodworth Wheeler, John Wright Coker, III (Megan), Joseph Coker (Charlotte), Margaret Anne Coker Kleisch (David), Kevin Craig Coker, Jr. (Kimber), and Hannah Coker. Margaret is also survived by her great-grandchildren: Austin Smith, Jackson Smith, David Paul Wheeler, Carson Todd, Harper Todd, Kamden Coker, Kolin Coker, Klayton Coker, Matthew Coker, Thompson Coker, Charlotte Coker, Anderson Kleisch, Sallie Kleisch, and Margaret Kleisch.

She is preceded in death by her husband, John Wright Coker, Sr; parents, Cecil Gordon Thompson and Katie Lee Ward Thompson; and her first child, Baby Coker.

A visitation to honor Margaret's memory will be held at 10:00 am on Tuesday, October 31, 2023, at Andrews Mortuary Market Street Chapel, followed by a funeral service at 11:00 am. Interment will take place at Greenlawn Memorial Park.

In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests that you consider a donation to Visiting Angels (3205 Randall Pkwy. #127, Wilmington, NC, 28403), Lower Cape Fear Hospice of Bolivia (https://lifecare.org/donate/), or to the Bridge of Life Building Fund (https://www.bridgeoflifechurch.com/give). 

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