Edith Margaret Coates of Hayes, age 92, died peacefully with her family by her side on Jan. 12, 2019.

Mrs. Coates was a lifelong resident of Gloucester, a member of Groves Memorial Presbyterian Church and member of the choir. Known as Big Momma to her family, she was a master baker of cakes, a wide range of pound, jelly and walnut cakes. When not baking, gardening and growing roses were at the top of her daily list.

Husband, Charlie Coates Sr.; children, Barbara Jean Coates, Charlie Coates Jr.; brothers, Clarence West, Joseph West, Jimmy West, James Tyler West; sisters, Ruby Emerson, Isabelle Hall, and Mamie Coates, preceded her in death.

Survivors include her son, Calvin Coates; daughters, Elaine Shackelford, Betty Hogge; one brother, Eugene West; eight grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren, and five great-great-grandchildren.

A funeral service conducted by the Rev. David McKnight was held at 2 p.m., Tuesday, Jan. 15, 2019, at Groves Memorial Presbyterian Church. Interment followed in the church cemetery. The family received friends at Hogg Funeral Home, Monday, Jan. 14, 2019, from 6-7:30 p.m.

In our loved one’s memory, contributions may be made to Groves Memorial Presbyterian Church, P.O. Box 1263, Hayes, Va. 23072. 

We would like to express a special thank you to Christy West and Riverside Hospice for the care provided to Big Momma.

Please share memories and condolences to our guest book www.hoggfh.net. Services under the direction of Hogg Funeral Home.