Josephine Marcelle O'Rourke Coats

Age 91, a resident of Albuquerque since 1988 died Monday, August 18, 2014. She is survived by her daughter, Cecelia Kleinschmidt; a grandson; three granddaughters and six great-grandchildren. Marcelle was preceded in death by her husband of 58 years, Lt. Col. J.C. Coats who served for 30 years in the United States Air Force and her daughter, Dianne Underwood. Marcelle loved traveling, antiquing, and was an avid bridge player. Her greatest joy was entertaining her friends and she was quite the hostess. She was active in numerous organizations throughout her life both as a military wife and a resident of Four Hills. Marcelle touched many peoples lives and will certainly be remembered by friends and family. Burial will be at Santa Fe National Cemetery on Thursday, September 18, 2014 at 1:30 p.m. In lieu of flowers, Marcelle would want you to make a donation to St. Jude's Children's Hospital, .