Jimmy Lue Coats-Liles

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Visitation Schedule
Roller-Crouch Funeral Home
510 E. College Ave.
Batesville, AR  72501
Tuesday, September 1, 2015
5:00-7:00 pm
Service Schedule
Funeral Service
First Presbyterian Church
775 E. Boswell
Batesville, AR  72501
Wednesday, September 2, 2015
10:30 am
Cemetery
Bethlehem Cemetery at 4:00 pm
2274 County Road 3201
Hartman, AR  72840
Jimmy Lue Coats-Liles

of Newark, AR

October 1, 1932 - August 30, 2015

Jimmy Lue Coats-Liles, 82, (nee Coffee) of Charlotte, Arkansas, wife of William Liles was born October 1, 1932 in Harmony, Arkansas. She died peacefully on August 30, 2015, in Batesville, Arkansas.

Daughter of the late James G. and Alma Sexton Coffee, she had three younger siblings, the late Jacqueline (Royce) Marvel -Watson, Jerry G. (Roberta) Coffee, and the late Judy (Giles) Smith.

She was the loving mother of two children, Thomas E. (Cheri) Coats and Karen K. (Steven) Lange. She was the wonderful Mimi to four grandsons: Joseph Clint (Amy) Howard, the late William Keith Howard, Bryan Patrick Howard, and William Alex Coats. She also had five great grandchildren Andrew Bradley, Evan Howard, Julianna Howard, Elizabeth Howard and Samuel Howard. She was a loving aunt to many nieces and nephews and a friend to all.

She was a devoted member of the First Presbyterian Church in Batesville, Arkansas and the fifth generation of the Coffee family membership in the Harmony Presbyterian Church in Harmony, Arkansas.

Jimmy Lue was born in Harmony, Arkansas and attended elementary school in the two-room school building in that town. She then graduated from Clarksville High School, worked her way through College of the Ozarks, and earned a master's degree under a Ford scholarship through the University of Arkansas. She was a dedicated and passionate teacher for over 30 years in the Batesville School District where she retired to devote her life to her husband, friends and family on the Liles family farm in Charlotte, Arkansas.

Visitation will be Tuesday evening, September 1, 2015, from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. at the Roller Crouch Funeral Home in Batesville. Funeral services will be at the First Presbyterian Church on Wednesday, September 2 at 10:30 a.m. with the Reverend Leslie Roper officiating.

Pallbearers are Joseph Clint Howard, Andrew Bradley, Evan Howard, Steven Randall Williams, Adam Liles and Joe Howard. Honorary pallbearers are Alex Coats, Joshua Harris and Jimmy Adams.

Graveside services will be held at 4:00 p.m. Wednesday, September 2 at the Bethlehem Cemetery in Harmony, Arkansas, in Johnson County where many members of her family are buried. A remembrance and celebration of her life will be held at the Harmony Presbyterian Church from 5:00 to 7:00 on Wednesday evening.

Memorials may be made to the University of the Ozarks, 415 N. College Avenue, Clarksville, AR 72830 and the First Presbyterian Church, 775 E. Boswell, Batesville, AR 72501






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Johnny Howard
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Wednesday, September 2, 2015

Terribly sorry for the loss.

Rick, Melinda, Matt Church
Morristown, TN
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Tuesday, September 1, 2015

Some people are so special it's just difficult to describe them. Jimmy was that kind of lady - so kind, loving, so special. As an Aunt, she was always ready to talk, listen, love. Simply amazing. Karen and Tommy, I'm sorry and my heart is with you. Uncle Bill, we love you and know you have lost the love of your life. We are praying for God's peace for you all and know Jimmy is walking those streets of gold right now! Therein lies the peace for all left behind. Much, much love to you all and prayers for peace and understanding only God can provide.

Brant Handford
batesville, AR
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Tuesday, September 1, 2015

I am so sorry for your loss. Mrs Coats was my 6th grade teacher in 1978. I remember her fondly, and she was always one of my favorite teachers. I think she was a wonderful lady.
My condolences to you all.

sincerely,

Stephen B. Handford

Teresa Luster
little rock, AR
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Tuesday, September 1, 2015

Cheri,

You and the family are in my thoughts and prayers. May the peace and love of God comfort you during this difficult time.

Karen Matlock Thomas
Ozark, MO
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Monday, August 31, 2015

Karen,
I am so sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Glenita Anderson
Batesville,
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Monday, August 31, 2015

Karen and Tommy, I am so saddened to hear the passing of your mother. She was such an influence in my beginning science teaching years. I love her dearly for the kindness she showed to me as a nervous young teacher. I will be keeping you all in my prayers in the coming days and months.

Rebecca burks lee
Batesville,
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Monday, August 31, 2015

Thinking of you during this difficult time. Your mom was my third grade teacher and a wonderful person.

Teresa Skelton
cushman, AR
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Monday, August 31, 2015

Ms. Jimmie Lue was a treasure...she was one of my favorite customers at the bank. She always had a smile on her pretty face....it was a pleasure to get to help her ! I know she will be missed.... My prayers are with all of you during this difficult time.

Kim Butler Dunlap
Batesville, AR
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Monday, August 31, 2015

Karen,
I'm very sorry to hear of your loss. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.

Janelle Reeves
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Monday, August 31, 2015

Karen and Tommy - I am so sorry for your loss. Jimmy Lue was always the kindest, most gentle and gracious person. She will truly be missed.

Thinking of you,

Janelle

Denise Burnett
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Monday, August 31, 2015

Karen,
I am so sorry for your loss. I remember all the good times we had growing up at your house. Your mom was always the so sweet and kind. She knew how to make everyone feel special. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family.
James & Denise Burnett

Twyla Gill Wright
Batesville, AR
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Monday, August 31, 2015

Jimmy Lue was such a gracious and dedicated volunteer at Old Independence Regional Museum here in Batesville for a number of years. Her love of learning and teaching and engaging people who came to visit were great gifts to the museum. I visited with her a little this year and was touched by her gentleness even while in declining health.

Her sweetness lives on in my memory.

Katrina Rowe Fudge
Batesville, AR
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Monday, August 31, 2015

Karen and Family,
I am sorry for your loss. Just know you are being prayed for. God is our refuge and strength. He will get you through this difficult time. And you have so many happy memories of your Mom to keep in your heart always. Take care.

Janis
Batesville,
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Monday, August 31, 2015

Bill and I are in the UK and will miss service. We loved and respected her. So sorry for this additional blow to you. Glad you have wonderful steve