
of Earle, AR
February 12, 2026
Jerry Leon Coats of Earle, Arkansas passed away February 12, 2026 surrounded by family.
Jerry was born January 12 in Harrisburg, Arkansas to Buddy and Ava Coats.
Jerry cultivated his love of the outdoors by farming and later continued his passion by building a landscaping and land maintenance business.
He loved to spend time hunting, fishing, and simply riding to appreciate the beauty of nature.
Jerry's greatest joy was spending time with his family.
He is survived by his family Madison Coats Hinson (Luke), Blair Wiley, and his beloved granddaughter Houston Blair Hinson.
Son Brandon Coats.
Sisters. Sharon Coats Boon (Louis), Janice Coats Adamson (Dale). Brothers. David Coats (Kathy), Scott Coats (Jennifer).
Uncle Lewis Simmons Aunt Dorothy Monsorno Aunt Bonnie Dewitt
And many loved nieces and nephews
Jerry was preceded in death by his son William Wesley ''Wes'' Coats, Father Buddy Coats, and Mother Ava Coats.
A memorial service will be held on Tuesday, February 17 at Earle First Assembly of God.
Public Visitation 11:00-12:00 p.m.
Memorial Service 12:00-12:30 p.m. led by Eddie Boon
A private family burial will be held at Gibson Bayou Cemetery
In lieu of flowers the family requests any memorials be made to St. Bernards Cancer Center either online or by phone.
870-207-8177
https://www.stbernards.info/foundation/donate-online

We were friends and neighbors of the family for years. Your parents we lovingly knew as Buddy and Shorty. Rube and Ada Wynn were my parents. God bless.

I just heard bud…. I'm so thankful for you and the times we had while you and your team would cut back our trees, landscaping, drainage systems, etc. You could do just about anything!! You were very honest with us and always made sure the job was done right, and safely. May God bless you and your family. I just thought I would send you a text, maybe you can read this from Heaven, but hopefully your family will read this and know just how special a person you were and the impact you made on our lives. God speed brother!!!