Ian Coates

Ian Coates (27 Nov 1976 - 28 Mar 2026)

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Location
Bethany Church Hetton Road Houghton-Le-Spring DH5 8PF
Date
16th Apr 2026
Time
10.30am
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Location
Houghton Cemetery Houghton Road Houghton-Le-Spring DH5 8NX
Date
16th Apr 2026
Time
12pm

Location
Bethany Church Houghton Road Houghton-Le-Spring DH5 8PF
Date
16th Apr 2026
Time
12.30pm

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Houghton-le-Spring

Unexpectedly but naturally on March 28th aged 49 years, Ian (Coatsy). The beloved son of Freda, adored dad of Gareth, Naiomi, Jase and the late Jack and loving father-in-law to Amber. The treasured grandad of Alicia, Donovan and Ted. The cherished brother of Jason and Ashley and very special brother-in-law of Lyndsey. The much-loved uncle of Lauren, Jacob and Leon. Loved by Amanda. A loving nephew and cousin. Ian, greatly loved and will be deeply missed by all whose hearts he touched.

Family and friends please meet on Thursday April 16th for a service in Bethany Church, Houghton at 10.30am, interment to follow in Houghton Cemetery. Family flowers only, donations in lieu gratefully received for, and split between, RSPCA and British Heart Foundation. A donation box will be available in church. Please join the family afterwards in Bethany Church for refreshments and to continue the celebration of Ian’s life.

All enquiries to Andrew Grey Funeral Directors, 30 Station Road, Hetton-le-Hole. Tel: 0191 5265800

Funeral Director: Mr Ben White

With deepest sympathy from Andrew and staff.

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R.i.p Ian u will be missed by all the family and friends

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Life will never be the same. Such a special brother and uncle. We love you xxx

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